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February 2008
Alarmist Looks Forward to Economic Pain
Michael Tobis, a climate scientist at the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics, has provided insight into some of the ulterior motives behind alarmist ... (read more)
Michael Tobis, a climate scientist at the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics, has provided insight into some of the ulterior motives behind alarmist ... (read more)
Appeals Court Will Rule on Oregon Salmon Plan
The state of Oregon's determination that Oregon coast coho salmon no longer require Endangered Species Act (ESA) protection is headed for review in the ... (read more)
The state of Oregon's determination that Oregon coast coho salmon no longer require Endangered Species Act (ESA) protection is headed for review in the ... (read more)
Arctic Sea Ice Expanding at Record Pace
Just months after global warming alarmists attempted to scare people by claiming warming was causing a record shrinkage of Arctic sea ice, NASA scientists ... (read more)
Just months after global warming alarmists attempted to scare people by claiming warming was causing a record shrinkage of Arctic sea ice, NASA scientists ... (read more)
Australian Science Academy Endorses GM Crops
With years of real-world experience showing genetically enhanced crops offer many health and environmental benefits with few if any negative impacts, the ... (read more)
With years of real-world experience showing genetically enhanced crops offer many health and environmental benefits with few if any negative impacts, the ... (read more)
Bali Conference Highlights Global Warming Divisions
I have just returned from the United Nations' Climate Conference in Bali, where I was part of a small delegation of climate skeptics. While there, we became ... (read more)
I have just returned from the United Nations' Climate Conference in Bali, where I was part of a small delegation of climate skeptics. While there, we became ... (read more)
Blog Funder Guilty of Money-Laundering
John Lefebvre, the top financial benefactor of the DeSmog Blog, is facing substantial prison time after pleading guilty to federal money-laundering charges. The ... (read more)
John Lefebvre, the top financial benefactor of the DeSmog Blog, is facing substantial prison time after pleading guilty to federal money-laundering charges. The ... (read more)
BP Expansion No Threat to Lake Michigan
The BP oil company's plans to expand its Whiting, Indiana refinery will not hurt Lake Michigan, according to a study commissioned by Indiana Gov. Mitch ... (read more)
The BP oil company's plans to expand its Whiting, Indiana refinery will not hurt Lake Michigan, according to a study commissioned by Indiana Gov. Mitch ... (read more)
Chicago Temperature Station Riddled with Problems
An analysis of the official temperature station at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport illustrates many of the problems that lead to false indications ... (read more)
An analysis of the official temperature station at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport illustrates many of the problems that lead to false indications ... (read more)
Computer Models Fail to Predict Climate
Computer models that form the basis for future global warming predictions have projected significantly more warming in recent years than has actually occurred, ... (read more)
Computer models that form the basis for future global warming predictions have projected significantly more warming in recent years than has actually occurred, ... (read more)
Diverse Groups Protest Federal 'Water Grab' Bill
A diverse group of grassroots organizations and business and civic groups has come together to oppose the proposed Federal Clean Water Restoration Act, ... (read more)
A diverse group of grassroots organizations and business and civic groups has come together to oppose the proposed Federal Clean Water Restoration Act, ... (read more)
EPA Denies California's Attempt to Impose Car Emissions Standard
Greenhouse gas emissions from automotive vehicles are best addressed at the national level, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has determined. ... (read more)
Greenhouse gas emissions from automotive vehicles are best addressed at the national level, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has determined. ... (read more)
February 2008 Environment & Climate News (PDF)
The February 2008 issue of Environment & Climate News notes how scientists skeptical of global warming alarmism are finding new outlets for their opinions. ... (read more)
The February 2008 issue of Environment & Climate News notes how scientists skeptical of global warming alarmism are finding new outlets for their opinions. ... (read more)
Federal Board May Approve Farmed Fish as Organic
The National Organics Standards Board (NOSB) is considering new standards that would approve the federal government's official "organic" label for farm-raised ... (read more)
The National Organics Standards Board (NOSB) is considering new standards that would approve the federal government's official "organic" label for farm-raised ... (read more)
Global Warming Skeptics Prepare for International Conference in New York
Hundreds of the world's leading "skeptics" of the theory of man-made global warming will meet in New York City on March 2-4 to present their case and discuss ... (read more)
Hundreds of the world's leading "skeptics" of the theory of man-made global warming will meet in New York City on March 2-4 to present their case and discuss ... (read more)
Kentucky Legislator Warns Against Rash 'Solutions' to Global Warming
The Kentucky state legislature recently held hearings to examine the oft-claimed "scientific consensus" on global warming. Rep. Jim Gooch (D-Providence) ... (read more)
The Kentucky state legislature recently held hearings to examine the oft-claimed "scientific consensus" on global warming. Rep. Jim Gooch (D-Providence) ... (read more)
Modern Transportation, Not Global Warming, Is Allowing the Spread of Mosquito-Related Disease
A World Health Organization (WHO) official claims the current chikungunya virus outbreak in northern Italy is the result of climate change. This widely ... (read more)
A World Health Organization (WHO) official claims the current chikungunya virus outbreak in northern Italy is the result of climate change. This widely ... (read more)
Much-Needed Malaria Program Launched in Africa
The U.S. government in mid-December extended the President's Malaria Initiative (PMI) to eight nations on the African continent. PMI, initially launched ... (read more)
The U.S. government in mid-December extended the President's Malaria Initiative (PMI) to eight nations on the African continent. PMI, initially launched ... (read more)
Pope Warns Against Environmental Extremism
Pope Benedict XVI, in his January 1 World Peace Day message, emphasized humanity's responsibility to provide environmental stewardship, while at the same ... (read more)
Pope Benedict XVI, in his January 1 World Peace Day message, emphasized humanity's responsibility to provide environmental stewardship, while at the same ... (read more)
President Bush Signs Expensive Energy Bill
The massive energy bill signed by President George W. Bush on December 19 will have serious negative effects on the economy, according to policy experts. The ... (read more)
The massive energy bill signed by President George W. Bush on December 19 will have serious negative effects on the economy, according to policy experts. The ... (read more)
Proposed Great Lakes Restrictions Threaten Unintended Consequences
The Great Lakes Water Wars by Peter Annin Island Press, 2006 320 pages, $25.95, ISBN 1559630876 Ninety-five percent of the fresh water in the United ... (read more)
The Great Lakes Water Wars by Peter Annin Island Press, 2006 320 pages, $25.95, ISBN 1559630876 Ninety-five percent of the fresh water in the United ... (read more)
Rejection of Kansas Coal-Fired Power Plants Defies State Climate Data
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has rejected a request to build two new 700 megawatt coal-fired electricity generating power plants, citing ... (read more)
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has rejected a request to build two new 700 megawatt coal-fired electricity generating power plants, citing ... (read more)
Scientists Speak Out Against Alarmist Warming Theory
One hundred scientists voiced strong opposition on December 13 to United Nations' efforts to create an illusion of scientific consensus regarding global ... (read more)
One hundred scientists voiced strong opposition on December 13 to United Nations' efforts to create an illusion of scientific consensus regarding global ... (read more)
Scientists Turn to Military Tech to Solve Bee Colony Mystery
Scientists attempting to address Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), which has ravaged honeybee colonies around the globe, are turning to the latest military ... (read more)
Scientists attempting to address Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), which has ravaged honeybee colonies around the globe, are turning to the latest military ... (read more)