“As long as scepticism is based on a sound understanding of science it is invaluable, for that is how science progresses. But poor criticism can lead those who are unfamiliar with the science involved into doubting everything about climate change predictions.”

“One of the biggest obstacles to making a start on climate change is that it has become a cliche before it has even been understood”

“Science adjusts its views based on what's observedFaith is the denial of observation so that belief can be preserved.”

“The scientist has the habit of science; the artist, the habit of art.”

“Science is not about making predictions or performing experiments. Science is about explaining.”

“I don’t believe in classes where students criticize each other’s manuscripts. Such criticism is generally composed in equal parts of ignorance, flattery, and spite. It’s the blind leading the blind, and it can be dangerous. A teacher who tries to impose a way of writing on you can be dangerous, too.”

“Your criticism sounds to me as if you have read too many critical books and are too smart in an artificial, destructive, and very limited way.”