Climate policy after 2012, when the Kyoto treaty expires, needs a radical rethink. More of the same won't do, argue Gwyn Prins and Steve Rayner. The Kyoto Protocol is a symbolically important expression of governments' concern about climate change. … [Read more...] about The Kyoto Protocol has Failed – Time for a New Approach
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Global Warming and Mass Extinctions: New Research Paper
Another 'field day' for the press as a new research paper, entitled 'A long-term association between global temperature and biodiversity, origination and extinction in the fossil record', is published in the journal Proceedings of The Royal Society … [Read more...] about Global Warming and Mass Extinctions: New Research Paper
Save Polar Bears – Turn Up Your Fridge in Queensland
I'm referring to Queensland's 'Cool it by Degrees' campaign. "Polar bears are among the most threatened species as a result of changes in our temperature and changes in our climate," Ms Bligh told reporters. "If we had every Queenslander change the … [Read more...] about Save Polar Bears – Turn Up Your Fridge in Queensland
UK MPs Question EU Emissions Trading Scheme
MPs have asked the government to provide evidence that the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS) is helping cut the UK's greenhouse gas emissions. The Environmental Audit Committee has sought reassurances that the reduction in CO2 emissions are a … [Read more...] about UK MPs Question EU Emissions Trading Scheme
A ‘Sooty’ Tawny Owl: A Note from Ann Novek
This Eurasian Tawny Owl (Strix aluco) fell into a chimney, that is why it's all black with soot. Note, the closed eyes, this is actually a sign of distress in owls. The owl was cleaned and later released. The species is resident in Europe and … [Read more...] about A ‘Sooty’ Tawny Owl: A Note from Ann Novek
Climate Hysteria in Australia’s Media
A new scientific paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), claims that carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is increasing faster than expected. The study entitled 'Global and regional drivers of accelerating CO2 … [Read more...] about Climate Hysteria in Australia’s Media