Following is a much talked about letter from '60 climate skeptics' to the new Canadian PM. It was published by Canadian and UK newspapers including The Telegraph. "Thursday, April 06, 2006 An open letter to Canadian Prime Minister Stephen … [Read more...] about Skeptics Ask for Public Consultation on Climate Change
A Green Turtle @ Saxon Reef @ The Great Barrier Reef
I went snorkling on Saturday off Cairns. It was a magnificent day. I saw lots of fish and coral. But the highlight was swimming with this green turtle at Saxon reef. You can't properly see the turtle's head for its fin, but poking out from its … [Read more...] about A Green Turtle @ Saxon Reef @ The Great Barrier Reef
Can Cut Emissions by 60% without Destroying Economy: Allens Consulting
Hi Jennifer, I thought some of your readers might find this interesting: Those with an interest in the economics of mitigating climate change should take a look at this - recent work on impacts and economic costs by CSIRO and the Allens Consulting … [Read more...] about Can Cut Emissions by 60% without Destroying Economy: Allens Consulting
Minister Blocks Wind Farm for Parrot?
Could saving an orange-bellied bird warm the planet? That's the subtitle of the editorial in today's The Australian. The piece begins: "A LITTLE bird is causing big trouble in Victoria. At issue is the endangered orange-bellied parrot and the … [Read more...] about Minister Blocks Wind Farm for Parrot?
Red Gums, Edward River, Deniliquin
I took this picture at Deniliquin on the banks of the Edward River just this afternoon. The Edward is an anabranch of the Murray River and very much part of the Riverina. There is a perception that most red gums in this region are dead - well … [Read more...] about Red Gums, Edward River, Deniliquin
Hybrid Cars Not That Energy Efficient
In his latest book The Weather Makers, Tim Flannery suggests we can all do our bit for the environment including by considering buying a hybrid car. However, according to CNW Marketing Research Inc. as reported at Auto Spectator, and they spent two … [Read more...] about Hybrid Cars Not That Energy Efficient
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
