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Net Zero Must Go - Matt Ridley

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The Incentives Behind Scientific Research

This chapter examines the motivations influencing scientific research and the funding and publishing systems that govern it. The discussion highlights how incentives prioritize fame over genuine problem-solving, often leading to conformity and hindering innovation. Additionally, the chapter addresses the complexities of climate change debates, contrasting public perception of scientific consensus with historical predictions and the mixed impacts of climate change.

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