Is Climate Science “Post Normal” Science – Part II
https://theness.com/neurologicablog/is-climate-science-post-normal-science-part-ii/
The first post of this series tackled an article that employs classic science denial tactics, particularly regarding climate change. The author, Macrae, misunderstands scientific consensus and “post-normal” science, arguing that future predictions can’t be scientific. He cherry-picks outlier opinions to claim climate models are flawed, ignoring the robust consensus supporting their accuracy. This strategy misrepresents how science works, leaning on a narrow definition to dismiss valid evidence. Despite his claims, climate models have successfully projected warming trends, and the scientific community continues to refine them. Macrae’s arguments reflect a broader trend of denying established science, even while claiming to critique it.