The whole point of articles like this is to generate emotion - principally fear and insecurity, with a craving for “somebody” to save the day. And of course an all-powerful central government is that savior.
The average person would probably have an ‘oh brother’ response. Only a loon could take this bit seriously. Climate Change “scientists” have truly jumped the shark & are making themselves look ridiculous.
I’d say your comment is spot on.