Hi Jennifer, The draft 'Summary for Policymakers' of the Fourth Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has been widely leaked to the Press. Its crucial conclusion is as follows: “It is very likely that anthropogenic greenhouse gas … [Read more...] about Negligible Temperature Increase Incompatible with Climate Models: A Note from Vincent Gray
Archives for January 2007
‘Snow Job on the Snowy’ by Ian Mott
As the Murray Basin gets another “summit” for it's troubles it is timely to take a good hard look at the facts behind the last river to get the “can do” swagger from our politicians and environmental saviours. In October 2000 the Feds, NSW and … [Read more...] about ‘Snow Job on the Snowy’ by Ian Mott
Climate Change Crusader Named Australian of the Year
Australian Prime Minister John Howard has announced that climate change crusader Tim Flannery is the winner of the nation's highest honour Australian of the Year. At a ceremony in Canberra earlier today, Mr Howard said as an explorer, writer and … [Read more...] about Climate Change Crusader Named Australian of the Year
Australian PM Announces New Water Plan
The Australian Prime Minister, John Howard, has just today announced a new plan for the management of water in Australia. He suggested a $10 billion budget for the following 10 point plan: 1. A nationwide investment in Australia’s irrigation … [Read more...] about Australian PM Announces New Water Plan
Western Gray Whale Dies In Fishing Net: A Note from David in Tokyo
Hi Jennifer, Unfortunately a fourth western gray whale has died after becoming entangled in a fixed fishing net off the coast of North Eastern … [Read more...] about Western Gray Whale Dies In Fishing Net: A Note from David in Tokyo
Parachutes & Prescribed Burning: A Note from David Ward
"It has come to my notice, through a regular contributor to this blog (Rog), that Professor Smith, of Cambridge University, has submitted a systematic review of parachute use to prevent death and major trauma related to gravitational challenge. He … [Read more...] about Parachutes & Prescribed Burning: A Note from David Ward
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
