December 2009 Blog Posts (83)

Scientists at climate talks say major changes to the nitrogen cycle cannot be ignored

From the International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme (IGBP), 4 December 2009

An international group of scientists say there is an immediate need for a global assessment of the nitrogen cycle and its impact on climate.

On a planetary scale, human activities, especially fertiliser application, have more than doubled the amount of reactive nitrogen in circulation on land. This massive alteration of the nitrogen cycle affects climate, food security, energy security,… Continue

Added by Michael de Laine on December 4, 2009 at 16:16 — No Comments

New tool for climate calculations

From the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), 4 December 2009

Noble intentions are great stuff, but they do not automatically lead to the smartest actions, a fact that may be particularly true with respect to climate policy. Now, four current or former students from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) have found a way to help people and businesses make smart decisions when it comes to limiting their contribution to climate… Continue

Added by Michael de Laine on December 4, 2009 at 16:11 — No Comments

Across the water for hydrogen

By Michael de Laine, The Copenhagen Voice, 1 December 2009

Hydrogen-fuelled electric cars will help transport VIPs at the climate summit. Are they the future of personal road transport?

They're very quiet, all they emit when running is water vapour, and some will transport the VIPs attending the UN climate conference, COP15, later this month.

But hydrogen-fuelled electric cars are still at the development stage, they are rather expensive to buy, and… Continue

Added by Michael de Laine on December 1, 2009 at 12:30 — No Comments