ALL three surviving species of African zebras could lose their stripes in as little as 50-70 years as global warming threatens their habitat and way of life, Greenpeace UK reveals. Zebras, horses and wild asses are all equids: long-lived animals … [Read more...] about Zebras to Lose Stripes
Roger Pielke Sr Reiterates His Perspective on the Role of Humans in Climate Change
There continues to be misunderstandings on my viewpoint on the role of humans within the climate system. This weblog is written to make sure it is clear, and can be used whenever someone asks the question as to where does Pielke Sr. stand on this … [Read more...] about Roger Pielke Sr Reiterates His Perspective on the Role of Humans in Climate Change
Report: GM Crops Will Benefit Economy
Genetically-modified oilseed and wheat crops could provide significant benefits to the economy, a new report says. The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARE) estimates an uptake of GM crops could add $912 million to the … [Read more...] about Report: GM Crops Will Benefit Economy
Emission Impossible
Governments around the world are working towards a commitment to deep cuts in CO2 emissions by 2050, or earlier, in the apparent belief that cuts are achievable, affordable, politically acceptable, and will have a measurable influence on climate … [Read more...] about Emission Impossible
Happy Birthday Cheeta
"It is 76 years since Cheeta the chimp was plucked from the African jungle to become a Hollywood star in the Tarzan movies. Yet incredibly, he is still going strong. "The oldest known living chimpanzee enjoys a leisurely retirement in California, … [Read more...] about Happy Birthday Cheeta
Carbon Offsets to Expand National Parks or Selling Ice to Eskimos
In the cross-hairs of Queensland Government Acquisition? “The Queensland Government will channel more than $10 million a year into a new ‘Eco Fund' to expand the state's National Parks.” So said the Hon. Premier, Anna Bligh and Minister for … [Read more...] about Carbon Offsets to Expand National Parks or Selling Ice to Eskimos
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
