Global Warming

There is a good chance that I should not write this, but I just must. Read fast - it might be removed soon!

There is an article on the second page of the paper today about Singapore's role in global warming, and how they should be a part of the decisions in Copenhagen in December. I just need to outline some of its points.

- Singapore is still a part of the developing world. I.e. it's not part of OECD, therefore it shouldn't reduce emissions.
* If this is true, then you have to be consistent. You can't claim to be the developed island surrounded by the developing world if you're NOT developed.

- There is a quote, "it's not possible to just treat Singapore like an ordinary country."
* Do you think any country thinks of itself as an ordinary country?

- While Singapore has a very high emissions per capita, it cannot be cut, because it's manufacturing sector relies on it.
* YES! That's the POINT! You have to change your techniques and your machinery. You can't continue to do "business as usual."

- The things that are manufactured in Singapore are ultimately exported.
* SO????

- Singapore is so small, it doesn't really make a difference.
* And if everyone thought that...

- The scientific claims for causes of global warming need a "full and fair public hearing."
* REALLY???

Then he goes on to say all the reasons why emissions, etc. doesn't cause global warming and the studies are invalid.

I do think that this viewpoint is valid, but this is in the leading newspaper, on the second page. I'm just a bit shocked. Maybe it's just me.