D.C. Watch » weather http://blog.getm.org The Official GETM.org Blog Tue, 08 Dec 2009 02:11:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Aquaduct “Mobile Filtration Vehicle” http://blog.getm.org/2008/01/18/aquaduct-mobile-filtration-vehicle/ http://blog.getm.org/2008/01/18/aquaduct-mobile-filtration-vehicle/#comments Fri, 18 Jan 2008 04:53:56 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=116 Happy NewYear! Here’s to a great start, Aquaduct, the “Mobile Filtration Vehicle” that helps transport as well as filter water. [gv data="http://www.youtube.com/v/-U-mvfjyiao&rel=1"][/gv]

]]> http://blog.getm.org/2008/01/18/aquaduct-mobile-filtration-vehicle/feed/ 0 Global Warming: It’s All About Carbo http://blog.getm.org/2007/08/01/global-warming-its-all-about-carbon/ http://blog.getm.org/2007/08/01/global-warming-its-all-about-carbon/#comments Wed, 01 Aug 2007 15:17:08 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=113 climate connectionAs part of the Climate Connection initiative by NPR and National Geographic, Robert Krulwich’s created a five-part cartoon series that’s a really cool way to teach your kids the science of global warming. The videos are not embeddable, so you will have to view them on NPR. I watched all five and I think it’ll help more than just the kids learn a thing or two about carbon!

]]> http://blog.getm.org/2007/08/01/global-warming-its-all-about-carbon/feed/ 1 China to become the World’s Biggest Polluter http://blog.getm.org/2007/05/01/china-to-become-the-worlds-biggest-polluter/ http://blog.getm.org/2007/05/01/china-to-become-the-worlds-biggest-polluter/#comments Tue, 01 May 2007 21:54:18 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=110 china pollution smoke stacksA report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) that discusses climate economics is objected by the Chinese delegation fearing repercussions that could possible derail their drive to increase manufacturing and jobs creation. The draft, suggests various solutions to mitigate climate change, such as capturing and burying emissions from coal-fired power plants, shifting to renewable forms of energy and more use of nuclear power, which for China that relies heavily on coal could mean the beginning of economic slowdown.

This reminds me of a scene from “The Inconvenient Truth” where Gore points to a 90′s poster that has the earth on one scale of the balance and gold bullions on the other. China now gets the pick, and if any of them have at least half an ounce gray matter up there, they will chose a policy unlike that of our beloved Bush’s administration!

]]> http://blog.getm.org/2007/05/01/china-to-become-the-worlds-biggest-polluter/feed/ 1 “Global Warming Is Not a Crisis.” http://blog.getm.org/2007/03/26/global-warming-is-not-a-crisis/ http://blog.getm.org/2007/03/26/global-warming-is-not-a-crisis/#comments Mon, 26 Mar 2007 18:22:02 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=107 Global WarmingNo, not me, I didn’t say that, but 3 well known people, 2 experts and 1,.. movie maker seem to think! This was the question at the core of a recent Oxford-style debate called Intelligence Squared U.S. Three proponents of the theory that “carbon dioxide causes global warming” faced off three opponents. The debate is worth listening to no matter which side of the aisle you are in, but you better make yourself free for the next hour and half and hopefully you are on a high-speed Internet connection. Enjoy!

Download the MP3. (Source: NPR)

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]]> http://blog.getm.org/2007/03/26/global-warming-is-not-a-crisis/feed/ 1 Scientists Agree that Global Warming “Very Likely” Man-made http://blog.getm.org/2007/02/01/scientists-agree-that-global-warming-very-likely-man-made/ http://blog.getm.org/2007/02/01/scientists-agree-that-global-warming-very-likely-man-made/#comments Thu, 01 Feb 2007 21:39:22 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=106 patgonia glacierThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), consisting of hundreds of scientist form around the world concluded that Global Warming is “Very Likely” due to human activities. Very Likely in IPCC terminology means greater than 90 percent probability. IPCC said the other 10 percent may or may not be due to god, which is closely in line with the Bush administration findings.

]]> http://blog.getm.org/2007/02/01/scientists-agree-that-global-warming-very-likely-man-made/feed/ 1 Is Global Warming Contributing to Stronger Hurricanes? http://blog.getm.org/2006/09/15/%e2%80%9cis-global-warming-contributing-to-stronger-hurricanes%e2%80%9d/ http://blog.getm.org/2006/09/15/%e2%80%9cis-global-warming-contributing-to-stronger-hurricanes%e2%80%9d/#comments Sat, 16 Sep 2006 00:04:22 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=97 floridaYes! According to National Environmental Trust (NET) a D.C. based non-profit, the scientific evidence paints a compelling picture of how global warming is already making storms more powerful. A 2004 NASA study found that over an eighty year period, global warming would cause the average hurricane to increase by half a category on the Category 1 through 5 scale (Saffir-Simpson scale) that is the official measure of hurricane strength. This along with several independent papers, suggest that global warming is already making storms stronger.

For a list of scientific studies on global warming and hurricane, visit net.org. For a light read on how it affects the political scenario in America, visit BBC for an op-ed by NET’s Philip Clapp.

The National Environmental Trust is a non-profit, non-partisan organization established in 1994 to inform citizens about environmental problems and how they affect our health and quality of life. Check out our campaigns and special reports (links to the left) to learn about the issues on which we currently focus.

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]]> http://blog.getm.org/2006/09/15/%e2%80%9cis-global-warming-contributing-to-stronger-hurricanes%e2%80%9d/feed/ 0 Can Silt in the Sky Save the Earth from Global Warming? http://blog.getm.org/2006/09/15/%e2%80%9ccan-silt-in-the-sky-save-the-earth-from-global-warming%e2%80%9d/ http://blog.getm.org/2006/09/15/%e2%80%9ccan-silt-in-the-sky-save-the-earth-from-global-warming%e2%80%9d/#comments Fri, 15 Sep 2006 05:13:39 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=96 arcticOzoneAccording to a study in the Journal Science, particles capable of deflecting solar radiation be injected into the stratosphere to temporary decelerate global warming. This would simulate a condition similar to large volcanic eruptions ejecting material into the stratosphere, creating a haze that will deflect solar radiation.

Here’s a link to a recent interview with the author of the paper Tom Wigley of National Center for Atmospheric Research on NPR.

NCAR is a National Science Foundation federally funded research and development center. Together with our partners at universities and research centers, we are dedicated to exploring and understanding our atmosphere and its interactions with the Sun, the oceans, the biosphere, and human society.

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]]> http://blog.getm.org/2006/09/15/%e2%80%9ccan-silt-in-the-sky-save-the-earth-from-global-warming%e2%80%9d/feed/ 0 You know the globe is warming when Inuit buy air conditioners http://blog.getm.org/2006/08/11/you-know-the-globe-is-warming-when-inuit-buy-air-conditioners/ http://blog.getm.org/2006/08/11/you-know-the-globe-is-warming-when-inuit-buy-air-conditioners/#comments Fri, 11 Aug 2006 21:18:30 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=91 cartoon

According to a recent report, global warming is forcing people up North (way up North) to consider installing air conditions to keep cool this summer. Read the news article here.

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]]> http://blog.getm.org/2006/08/11/you-know-the-globe-is-warming-when-inuit-buy-air-conditioners/feed/ 0 George Meyer asks, “Are you a Hypocrite?” http://blog.getm.org/2006/08/06/george-meyer-asks-are-you-a-hypocrite/ http://blog.getm.org/2006/08/06/george-meyer-asks-are-you-a-hypocrite/#comments Mon, 07 Aug 2006 02:21:36 +0000 Moderator http://blog.getm.org/?p=88 meyerProducer and writer for The Simpsons, George Meyer, invites eveyone, even the hypocrites to join the environmental movement.

Meyer’s contemplate being rescued by Nanobots or a possible move to Jupiter to escape the apocalyptic hellscape A.K.A “the earth”. Meyer’s says, “Once in a while, humanity will pull together for a noble cause, like tsunami relief. To save our planet, we’ll need that kind of heroic effort, in which all types of people join forces for the common good.” He continues, ”For years, the environmental movement has enlisted the world’s most selfless and enlightened souls. No more. We’re broadening our sights; and by broadening, I mean lowering.”

Funny and very real.

Read his essay on BBC.

 

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America is facing what could possibly become one of the hottest summers in recorded history. Ironically, the very industry responsible for this debacle is also the one raking in profits from the recent heat wave sweeping our nation. Confused? Allow me to indulge you in a little industry secret, but before we go, let’s first refresh our memory on the relationship between gasoline and global warming.

Scientific consensus is that greenhouse gases (especially CO2), are responsible for accelerating climate change. Carbon dioxide, a combustion byproduct of gasoline use is attributed as the leading cause of global warming. The heat wave has further intensified use of air conditioners and fans, stressing electric supply.

We all know who profits from gasoline, Exxon Mobil, Chevron and Conoco Phillips, but electricity? You would imagine with the soaring demand, utilities would make a killing, but apparently not. While most utilities across America are running on all cylinders, they are not really doing it effectively enough to cash in. Reasons, many power plants produce electricity by burning natural gas, and natural gas prices are up, way up. Also, operating more generators, for longer times result in excess gas use, meaning less efficiency of the process and low cost recovery per throughput.

However, the natural gas market is reaping in colossal profits, and the leading producers of natural gas are…you got it, Exxon Mobil, Chevron and Conoco Phillips. So no matter what, big oil wins.

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Originally posted on environment.thoughtmechanics.com

 

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