David Legates

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David Legates
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How the EPA’s 'Endangerment Finding' Endangers You
By David Legates
Most people are unaware of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) “Carbon Dioxide Endangerment Finding” or what it means to them.The ...
July 10, 2020
It’s Not About the Climate—It Never Was
By David Legates
Generally, I conclude most of my climate change presentations with the phrase, “It’s not about the climate; it never was.” ...
March 01, 2019
The Experiment: Capitalism versus Socialism
By David Legates
Experimentation is a major tool in the scientist’s arsenal. We can put the same strain of bacteria into ...
September 21, 2016
Science or Advocacy?
By David Legates
For almost thirty years, I have taught climate science at three different universities. What I have observed is that students ...
July 21, 2016
Deep-Sixing Another Useful Climate Myth
By David Legates
By now, virtually everyone has heard that “97% of scientists agree:  Climate change is real, manmade and dangerous.” Even if ...
April 09, 2016
Using Earth’s Blessings To Better Mankind and Planet
By David Legates
Although he has rarely been willing to discuss or debate energy or environmental issues with those who do not share ...
May 14, 2012
Depletion of the Colorado River: A Supply-Side or a Demand-Side Problem?
By David Legates
At a recent symposium held by the Center for American Progress, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar seemed to welcome decreasing ...
May 18, 2011
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