Greenhouse Effect
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Long before treehuggers roamed the Earth, the greenhouse effect was scientifically investigated and confirmed.
First discovered by Joseph Fourier in 1829, the greenhouse effect works by reducing the amount of heat the planet loses to the cold of outer space. It's a good thing. It is what makes life on Earth possible. Without it, the surface of the planet would be as much as 30 degrees centigrade -- or more than 80 degrees fahrenheit -- colder.
The accumulation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere from the burning of fossil fuels is enhancing the naturally occurring effect. As a result, the planet is losing less heat, which means it is warming up.
That is why we have global warming. Over to you for rebuttal, Senator Inhofe.
Note: As three words, the Green House Effect refers to what would happen if a US President truly committed to solving climate takes office.
