Michael Schellenberger

Rank 36 of 47

Score -62

-7

For years, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, or IPCC, has claimed that human-caused climate change has accelerated sea level rise.

But that claim is false. There is no scientific evidence of accelerated sea level rise since the mid-19th Century, and thus none

10/24/2025, 6:06:20 PM

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Michael Shellenberger

@shellenberger

15d

Scientists for years said they had proof that climate change was accelerating sea level rise. But that's not what the evidence shows. They knew the truth and misled the public. And now I have a long email exchange with a top scientist that shows how they did it. Massive scandal.

The statement challenges the scientific consensus on climate change, specifically regarding sea level rise, and accuses scientists of misleading the public. It presents a controversial viewpoint that could influence public opinion on climate science.

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It accuses scientists of deliberate misinformation, which could be seen as disrespectful and damaging to their reputations without clear evidence. [-2]
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The statement does not promote understanding or empathy, as it presents a divisive claim without fostering constructive dialogue. [-1]
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The statement engages in a personal attack on scientists, which does not align with constructive criticism. [-2]