1] The conclusion that the earth is in a rapid warming phase, or
There is none. It is agreed that there HAS Been a long term, warming trend. The term "rapid" (or "increasing") cannot be applied. 2] Correlation of atmospheric co2 and global temperature, or
There is none.
3] The conclusion that we play a significant role in recently increasing atmospheric co2, or
Yes, but plants will like it. It will help feed the hoards.
4] That increasing temperatures globally is likely to cause shifts in climate patterns.
IF there is a CONTINUED rise in temp there would be a shift in climate. But Global Warming has morphed into Climate Change, Why? Climate is always bad and is therefore an easy target.