WE have all heard about the rising levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide. Along with most people, I have accepted that this is mostly due to the burning of fossil fuels. After-all, this is the accepted view, even for most so-called climate … [Read more...] about Why Do Most Climate Skeptics Accept ‘The Consensus’ that Humans are the Principal Source of Increasing Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide Levels? (Part 1)
Archives for September 23, 2008
Bankrupt Lehman Brothers Promoted ‘Global Warming’ (Part 2)
The now bankrupt investment bank Lehman Brothers invested heavily in the politics of global warming and were hoping to make millions out of emissions trading. In an earlier blog post entitled 'Bankrupt Lehman Brothers Promoted Global Warming' I … [Read more...] about Bankrupt Lehman Brothers Promoted ‘Global Warming’ (Part 2)
Don Burke Retires as Chair of the Australian Environment Foundation
Don Burke, best known for his TV program ‘Burke’s Backyard’, recently retired as chair of the Australian Environment Foundation (AEF). He was at the helm of the organisation for three years and will continue to be a great ambassador for the … [Read more...] about Don Burke Retires as Chair of the Australian Environment Foundation
Grain Stubble as Petrol
Biofuels made from the stubble left over from harvesting grains could replace around one fifth of the volume of petrol used in Australia. The article, Grain Stubble Could Power a Greener Future, by Anna Salleh, at ABC Online, doesn’t explain that … [Read more...] about Grain Stubble as Petrol
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD has worked in industry and government. She is currently researching a novel technique for long-range weather forecasting funded by the B. Macfie Family Foundation.