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I read one adverse criticism from a scientist in the field. He criticized the polemics but didn't dispute the data that was quoted in the book. He also denigrated the author because he was not a "climate" scientist. That is silly since Koonin is a very respected scientist and professor in data modeling. That's an advantage in my opinion. Does anybody have any answers to Koonin's criticisms based on data?

Manish Sinha You would find more specific rebuttals here: https://climatefeedback.org/evaluatio...

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I was surprised to learn in Bill Gates' recent book on this topic that steel and cement production both also create a lot of carbon dioxide due to the chemical processes involved. Are Mr. Gates' assertions correct or if not, does anyone know why Mr. Koonin didn't address these significant sources at all in this book, but rather seems to focus entirely on burning of fossil fuels as the only significant source?

Douglas Mr. Koonin focuses on the climate science, not the intricacies of how our high-power civilization works. Per your point, Bill Gates correctly points o…moreMr. Koonin focuses on the climate science, not the intricacies of how our high-power civilization works. Per your point, Bill Gates correctly points out two essential materials that depend heavily on fossil fuels for their production and for which there is no plausible alternative. The best author in this field is not Gates, but Vaclav Smil. Smil has numerous books that go into great depth on the question you pose; I recommend "How the World Really Works: The Science Behind How We Got Here and Where We Are Going" as the best overview. (less)

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