What Is Deforestation? Be Proactive: Knowledge Is Power

April 18, 2009

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Mankind is feeling the wrath of nature. It seems that more and more natural disasters are taking place; and this has led to consciousness about the earth’s resources. Forests are the most affected ecosystem in the planet. This is probably due to the fact that basic necessities need trees as a raw material. Read more

What the Other Side Is Saying About Global Warming

April 16, 2009

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While the majority of celebrities and many scientists in the world view global warming as a disaster of epic proportions, not all agree.  Some people, even scientists, have opposing viewpoints that are based on their own formal observations and the data from many sources.  It is interesting to explore what these people have to say about global warming.  Read more

What Can Nations Do To Combat Global Warming?

April 13, 2009

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There are things individuals can do to help stop global warming.  Yet, when nations get involved, it is to everyone’s benefit to see to it that the right steps are taken.  Nations can combat global warming by many different means.  Read more

The Relationship Between Human Population And Deforestation

April 11, 2009

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The term human population and deforestation have been used interchangeably through the thickness of time. Could this mean that the growing crowd of humans be the leading cause of our forest depletion today? Well, possibly that could really be the case. Read more

Transportation Issues and Global Warming

April 9, 2009

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There is great concern over the greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles that contribute to global warming.  Transportation has become a major issue.  New fuels, new cars, and new types of communities are being discussed as solutions.  Read more

The US Mayors Climate Protection Agreement on Global Warming

April 6, 2009

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When the dust settled on February 16, 2005, 141 countries had ratified the Kyoto Protocol and put it into effect. The United States was not one of those countries who saw fit to join together to stop global warming. Many citizens were disappointed, but one US Mayor decided to do something about it. Read more

The Many Causes of Deforestation

April 4, 2009

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Imagine what the world would be like in the coming years if the current rate of deforestation runs at 15 hectares annually? In a matter of 30 years, all the untouched areas of Earth can turn into a barren wasteland. In just a snap, all could possibly lead to the deaths of both species and humans alike. Thus, people should take action in order to bring deforestation to a stop. Read more

The Kyoto Protocol and Global Warming

April 2, 2009

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The Kyoto Protocol was set up in a session of the United Nations in Japan in the year 1997.  This initiative was set forth to reduce harmful emissions and to lessen global warming.  It was adopted and contains goals for emissions that are legally binding for the countries involved. Read more

The Effects of Extreme Events Caused by Global Warming

March 30, 2009

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When a hurricane becomes more intense because of global warming and wipes out a city, the effects are obvious.  Yet, there are some results of extreme events that are less apparent.  These situations can change life in many ways.  Read more

The History Of Deforestation And The Impact It Brought To The Modern World

March 28, 2009

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It is a common mistaken belief that deforestation is only a contemporary incidence. Some say that annihilation of the vast green world has dated back only to the 50’s, but all these were proven to be wrong. The history of deforestation takes us back into the corridors of time when humans primarily occupied the earth. Read more

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