Is the earth running out of food? That’s what scientists warned if the world leaders don’t act now and negotiate food security policies at this week’s Climate Change talks in Cancun, reports the New Zealand Herald.
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Rep. John Shimkus Isn’t Scared Of Global Warming
“I do believe in the Bible as the final word of God, and I do believe that God said the Earth would not be destroyed by a flood.”
– REP. JOHN SHIMKUS told Politico while discussing his disbelief in global warming a viable threat.
Could Your Barbecue Save the Planet?
The New Economy: Water-Driven?
A report released today reiterates an often ignored problem–that water isn’t the unlimited resource we often treat it like.
Coldest European Winter in 1,000 Years? Weather Channel Says Not So Much
Forecasters in Russia are predicting that this winter will be the coldest in Europe and parts of the former Soviet Union in 1,000 years. Yes, the worst in a millennium; the coldest since Leif Ericson landed in North America, …
Can Termites Predict Climate Change?
Forget number crunching weather simulations. It now turns out tracking where termites build their mounds can help to predict climate change.
State of the Climate: Global Warming Is Continuing
Compiled by more than 300 scientists from 48 countries, the report takes a look at 10 indicators that are telling the same story: “Global warming is undeniable.” (Via the Associated Press)
Climate Scientist Stephen Schneider Dies at 65
Schneider reportedly died of a heart attack as his flight was landing in London, after a career that was both impressively long and far too short.
Heating Up: Last Month the Warmest June on Record
Crank up the air conditioner — according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, last June was the hottest on record worldwide.
Stunning Photos From NASA’s Arctic Circle Expedition
Need to cool down after the heat wave? These photos from the Arctic Circle should do it.