CLIMATE change has always been driven by the sun, the earth’s orbit and plate tectonics, at least that is what many so-called sceptic would argue. In a new paper in this week’s journal Nature Tim Naish and colleagues conclude that there is a … [Read more...] about West Antarctica To Collapse Again – But Not Soon
Archives for March 20, 2009
Shell To Speed Development of Next Generation Biofuels
ROYAL DUTCH SHELL has become the world’s largest distributor of biofuels. Shell is also a leader in the development of next generation biofuels, using non-food bio materials, alternative processes and high performance fuels. That's according to a … [Read more...] about Shell To Speed Development of Next Generation Biofuels
Weather Bureau Blows Budget on New SuperComputers
THE Australian Bureau of Meteorology and the Australian National University will spend $30 million on two new supercomputers that will more accurately predict cyclones, tsunamis and the effects of climate change. Read more here. … [Read more...] about Weather Bureau Blows Budget on New SuperComputers
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.