Scientists Fly to the Ends of the Earth
Broomfield, Colo. – NOAA scientists took off Saturday on the second phase of a mission that, when complete, will provide a detailed view of how carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases are distributed globally. Monitoring the increasing levels of greenhouse gases and black carbon aerosols in the atmosphere is crucial to understanding human-caused climate change. [...]
Is The World Cooling?
WASHINGTON – Have you heard that the world is now cooling instead of warming? You may have seen some news reports on the Internet or heard about it from a provocative new book. Only one problem: It’s not true, according to an analysis of the numbers done by several independent statisticians for The Associated Press.
The [...]
Island States At Risk From Rising Seas
United Nations, New York, NY — Small Island States Warn Ecosystems Already Threatened by Climate Change Effects,
Urge Drastic Reduction in Greenhouse Gases, as Assembly Continues Debate
Say Impact – Sea Level Rise, Dying Marine Life – Shock Wave to Fragile Economies;
Major Emitters Must Ensure Resources in Place to Meet Adaptation, Mitigation Goals
Still reeling in the aftermath [...]
World Climate Conference-3
Closing Statement from World Climate Conference-3
Dr. Jane Lubchenco, Head of the United States Delegation
Improving development and delivery of climate services offers untold economic, environmental, human health, and national security benefits. For these reasons, the U.S. delegation is very pleased with the outcome of this conference, and its decision to establish a Global Framework for [...]