Two of them were nonsense. Three, however, were problems solved by policy, basically making the case for climate socialists around the world.
I'd be careful with those examples. Whether or not global warming is real and man-made is not the point anyway.
The point is, is there such a thing as a super cause that trumps all individual interests? The answer is no.
You're scared of climate change? Do something about it, but leave me alone.
Afraid you need my help? Convince me or leave me alone.
Afraid you won't convince me? Well, maybe because it's not as important as you thought.