Archive for August, 2009

Hydropolitics: climate change and the Afghan War

BPSDB Like all tragedies, the most terrible thing about the Afghan War is the utter futility of the suffering. Our determination to do nothing meaningful about anthropogenic climate change means that none of the sacrifices by any of those involved in Afghanistan are going to accomplish anything, not unless we honour those sacrifices by doing our part. We all know about the war in Afghanistan, or think we do. Those who follow the news will know that the “trouble” is predominantly in the south

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Naked Artistic Photos

This was photograph by the famous Spencer Tunick an American artist. He is best known for his installations that feature large numbers of nude people posed in artistic formations. One of the most famous of these sessions was to protest against global warming, and was attended by activists from Greenpeace. Tunick is the subject of three HBO documentaries, Naked States, Naked World, and Positively Naked. His models are volunteers who receive a limited edition photo as a reward.

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Casting doubt on global warming – Kansas City Star

World News Casting doubt on global warming Kansas City Star Global warming is here. That much is evident. But here's the key question. Does CO2 'drive' global warming or does CO2 merely 'contribute' to global warming … Technology Can Fight Global Warming Wall Street Journal Truth from India: Global Warming a dangerous hoax Examiner.com UN puts a figure on Global Warming costs Fair Home The Business Insider  - NewsWithViews.com  - Examiner.com all 25 news articles »

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US Chamber of Commerce v. Global Warm… – Examiner.com

US Chamber of Commerce v. Global Warming : A modern-day 'monkey' trial? Examiner.com Just when it seems we're moving ahead on the issue of global warming , along comes the US Chamber of Commerce threatening to put the science of climate … Are climate change deniers like creationists? Christian Science Monitor US Chamber of Commerce Threatens to Put Global Warming Science on … About – News & Issues all 5 news articles »

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Climate trouble may be bubbling up in… – The Associated Press

Chippewa Herald Climate trouble may be bubbling up in far north The Associated Press Pure methane, gas bubbling up from underwater vents, escaping into northern skies, adds to the global – warming gases accumulating in the atmosphere. … Climate trouble may be bubbling up in far north Columbus Ledger-Enquirer all 92 news articles »

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UN conference to help countries adapt to global warming, share climate information

UN meeting: help nations adapt to global warming GENEVA ? As nations negotiate tough decisions on cutting greenhouse gases, the United Nations is holding a separate conference on coping with more floods, droughts and other effects of climate change already assured. The World Climate Conference ? which avoids the political pitfall of discussing cuts to carbon emissions

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Teaching Children To Fight Global Warming

On April 18, 2009 the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), partnering with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and Parent-Teacher Organizations (PTO Today) , announced the kickoff of their new campaign to educate today’s children about the fight against climate change. The 2009 campaign, “Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR” aims to teach kids and those within the communities how to save money and help prevent global warming at the same time by sharing the b

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A Breed So Rare: The Life of J.R. Parten, Liberal Texas Oilman, 1896-1992: Don E. Carleton

Editorial Reviews Through numerous interviews and unlimited access to J. R. Parten’s personal papers, Don E. Carleton tells the story of Parten’s life. Parten, who helped develop critical oil pipelines during World War II, was a tireless champion of liberal causes. Order A Breed So Rare: The Life of J.R. Parten, Liberal Texas

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Global warming 2030 – Examiner.com

Global warming 2030 Examiner.com We'll probably still be arguing over global warming in 2030, fighting over the latest edition of the hockey stick or satellite measurements. …

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Global warming is the new AIDS – Examiner.com

Examiner.com Global warming is the new AIDS Examiner.com Just as AIDS is the most publicized disease in history, one would be hard-pressed to turn on the television today without the subject of global warming … and more »

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