The Daily Signal Victor Davis Hanson: Is the Era of ‘Climate Change Orthodoxy’ Dying?
Nov 19, 2025
The discussion revolves around shifting perspectives on climate change, highlighting a waning consensus amid new economic and geopolitical realities. AI's soaring electricity needs challenge traditional energy solutions, questioning the practicality of solely relying on renewables. Skepticism grows as high-profile figures stir doubt. The podcast also critiques the hypocrisy of climate advocates, spotlighting their disconnect between rhetoric and personal actions, raising vital questions about accountability and responsibility in the climate narrative.
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Limits Of The Climate Record
- Victor Davis Hanson argues climate orthodoxy claimed radical economic change was required based on limited historical temperature records.
- He highlights name shifts from 'global warming' to 'climate change' to fit varying temperature trends.
AI Forces Energy Reality Check
- Hanson says AI's massive electricity needs are forcing a rethink of green energy feasibility.
- He cites Sam Altman's estimate that achieving AI preeminence requires building many gigawatt-scale plants annually.
Energy Production As Geopolitics
- Hanson frames fossil-fuel production as a geostrategic tool that weakens bad actors by lowering oil prices.
- He notes increased U.S. output reduced world oil prices, harming Russia and Iran while helping allies.