The Real Science & Truth About “Climate Change”

But the last time I watched the weather channel, the jet stream comes in from the east going across the west coast and then proceeds to move continually over to the east coast. 

So, in essence, the new weather replaces the old weather.

World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency said Wednesday, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.

Despite calls to halt humanity's burning of the filthiest fossil fuel driving climate change ( see below), the energy watchdog expects global demand for coal to hit record highs for the third year in a row.

Scientists have warned that planet-warming greenhouse gases will have to be drastically slashed to limit global heating to avoid catastrophic impacts on the Earth and humanity.

Earlier in December, the European Union's climate monitor Copernicus said 2024 was "effectively certain" to be the hottest on record — eclipsing the mark set just last year.

Published on Wednesday, the IEA's "Coal 2024" report does, however, predict the world will hit peak coal use in 2027 after topping 8.77 billion tons this year.

But that would be dependent on China, which for the past quarter-century has consumed 30 percent more coal than the rest of the world's countries combined, the IEA said.

China's demand for electricity was the most significant driving force behind the increase, with more than a third of coal burnt worldwide carbonized in that country's power plants.

Though Beijing has sought to diversify its electricity sources, including a massive expansion of solar and wind power, the IEA said China's coal demand in 2024 will still hit 4.9 billion tones — itself another record.

Increasing coal demand in China, as well as in emerging economies such as India and Indonesia, made up for a continued decline in advanced economies.

However, that decline has slowed in the European Union and the United States. Coal use there is set to decline by 12 and five percent respectively, compared with 23 and 17 percent in 2023.

With the imminent return to the White House of Donald Trump — who has repeatedly called climate change a "hoax" — many scientists fear that a second Trump presidency would water down the climate commitments of the world's largest economy.

Coal mining also hit unprecedented levels by topping nine billion tons in output for the first time, the IEA said, with top producers China, India and Indonesia all posting new production records.

The energy watchdog warned that the explosion in power-hungry data centers powering the emergence of artificial intelligence was likewise likely to drive up demand for power generation, with that trend underpinning electricity demand in coal-guzzling China.

The 2024 report reverses the IEA's prediction last year that coal use would begin declining after peaking in 2023.

At the annual U.N. climate change forum in Dubai last year, nations vowed to transition away from fossil fuels.

But its follow-up this year ended in acrimony, with experts warning that the failure to double down on that landmark pledge at COP29 in Azerbaijan risked jeopardizing efforts to fight climate change.

Set up in the wake of the 1973 oil crisis, the IEA presents itself as "the world's leading energy authority.

*Global temperature records typically start around the mid-19th century (about 1850) when systematic and reliable measurements began. Since then, the Earth's average surface temperature has increased by approximately 1.1 to 1.3°C (2.0 to 2.3°F) as of 2023.

That is exactly 173 years.

So, to break this climate change myth down to scientific facts,

Historical Global Temperature Data

1. Pre-1850s (Before Systematic Records):

• Scientists use indirect evidence, such as ice cores, tree rings, and sediment layers, to estimate past temperatures. These show relatively stable temperatures before industrialization, with natural fluctuations due to volcanic activity and solar cycles.

Greenhouse Effect (Early 19th Century)

1824: French physicist Joseph Fourier first proposed that Earth's atmosphere could (not will but could) trap heat, comparing it to a greenhouse.

1850–1900 (Pre-Industrial Era):

• This period is considered the baseline for comparison.
• Global average temperatures were relatively stable.
• 1856: Eunice Newton Foote discovered that carbon dioxide (CO₂) could trap heat, but her work was largely overlooked at the time.
• 1896: Swedish scientist Svante Arrhenius calculated that increasing CO₂ from burning fossil fuels could warm the planet, laying the groundwork for understanding human-induced climate impacts.
• Note: They all said could- not would trap Co2.

1900–1950 (Early 20th Century):

• A modest warming of about 0.1–0.2°C, partially influenced by industrial activity and natural climate variability.
• Warming slowed during the 1940s-1950s due to aerosol cooling from industrial pollution.
• 1938: British engineer Guy Stewart Callendar connected rising CO₂ levels to global temperature increases, using the term "global warming."

1950–2000 (Post-War Industrial Boom):

• Accelerated warming due to increased greenhouse gas emissions.
• Average temperature rose by about 0.6–0.8°C during this period.
• 1956: American physicist Gilbert Plass discussed how CO₂ could cause broader climate shifts, leading to the early use of "climate change."
• 1980s–1990s: "Climate change" became the preferred term in scientific and policy discussions because it encompasses a wider range of impacts beyond just warming.
• 1970s–1980s: The term "global warming" gained prominence in public and scientific discourse, especially with growing evidence of rising temperatures.

2000–Present: Climate Change (Mid-20th Century Onward)

• Rapid warming continues, with the planet warming an additional ~0.4–0.5°C.
• This period includes the hottest years ever recorded globally.

In Summary:

The Greenhouse Effect came first in the early 19th century, followed by the terms Global Warming and Climate Change in the mid-20th century as understanding evolved.

So, you see, it didn’t even get to 1 degree hotter in the last 24 years.

Now, let look at the COST to Taxpayers:

The United States has allocated substantial funds toward addressing climate change and controlling air pollution, including smog. Here's an overview of significant investments:

1. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022

The IRA represents the largest federal investment in climate action to date, with allocations ranging from $370 billion to over $500 billion for clean energy and climate initiatives over the next decade. 

2. Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021

The IIJA provides approximately $7 billion to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for aiding communities in adapting to climate-related disasters, such as hurricanes, droughts, and heat waves.

3. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Budget

The EPA's budget includes funding for various environmental protection efforts, including air quality improvement and pollution control. For instance, the Fiscal Year 2024 enacted budget is approximately $9.16 billion, supporting programs that address air quality, transportation, indoor air, and climate change. 

4. State and Local Expenditures

In addition to federal spending, state and local governments contribute significantly to environmental protection. For example, California's 2024-25 budget allocates $17.8 billion from various fund sources for resources and environmental protection. 

5. Economic Impact of Air Pollution

Addressing air pollution is economically beneficial. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that every $1 spent on air pollution control yields an estimated $30 in economic benefits. 

These investments reflect the U.S. government's commitment to mitigating climate change and improving air quality through substantial financial allocations across various programs and initiatives.

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is a state agency dedicated to improving air quality and reducing pollution in California. Its operations are funded through a combination of state budget allocations, special funds, and federal grants. Here's an overview of CARB's funding and expenditures:

6. Annual Budget

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025: CARB's budget is approximately $1.005 billion.

Did you notice that ALL of the above talked in Billions of Taxpayers Dollars.

And the final results are that the temperature has not even went up 1 degree in the last 24 years and we still have dirty air in California, so what have we gained?