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PAID CLIMATE CHANGE DENIERS

Climate change is the name given to scientifically measured human-caused alteration of the global climate. The overwhelming consensus of scientists is that human causation for most of the observed global rise in temperature is inarguable. The primary vehicle for temperature rise is the human introduction of carbon into the atmosphere, though other substances also play a role. A wide variety of industries profit from practices which generate atmospheric carbon through the burning of fossil fuels - such as the oil and gas sectors, transportation, coal-burning power plants. Deforestation affects natural carbon offsets and animal agriculture also plays a role.

Industries dependent on continued practices and individuals associated with them, contribute support to individuals (usually non-scientists) who lobby governments and attempt to sway public opinion against governmental and social policies meant to reduce carbon emissions or otherwise ameliorate climate change.

The individuals who receive pay to deny climate change include the following individuals:

Climate Change Deniers (who lobby or work in "think tank" organizations)

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Climate Change Deniers in Government

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