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“CO2 emissions have been increasing, but the rise in air temperature stopped around 2001. Climate change is due in large part to naturally occurring oscillations.”

Quote by Syun-Ichi Akasofu

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Syun-Ichi Akasofu

Syun-Ichi Akasofu is a renowned university professor, born on December 4, 1930. He has made significant contributions to polar science and space physics. more

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