Hydrological controls on the tropospheric ozone greenhouse gas
... that of TOA flux, which is denoted as outgoing longwave radiation (OLR) (top two panels). At high latitudes, tropospheric O3 LWRE is generally weak (< 0.3 W m–2 poleward of 45°) and decreases rapidly with latitude as a consequence of the negative gradient in surface temperature and O3 variation (Don ...
... that of TOA flux, which is denoted as outgoing longwave radiation (OLR) (top two panels). At high latitudes, tropospheric O3 LWRE is generally weak (< 0.3 W m–2 poleward of 45°) and decreases rapidly with latitude as a consequence of the negative gradient in surface temperature and O3 variation (Don ...
Future Changes in Northern Hemisphere Snowfall
... models perform well in simulating twentieth-century snowfall, although there is a positive bias in many regions. Annual snowfall is projected to decrease across much of the Northern Hemisphere during the twentyfirst century, with increases projected at higher latitudes. On a seasonal basis, the tran ...
... models perform well in simulating twentieth-century snowfall, although there is a positive bias in many regions. Annual snowfall is projected to decrease across much of the Northern Hemisphere during the twentyfirst century, with increases projected at higher latitudes. On a seasonal basis, the tran ...
How might Australian rainforest cloud interception
... The lower and upper montane rainforests in northern Queensland receive significant amounts of cloud interception that affect both in situ canopy wetness and downstream runoff. Cloud interception contributes 5–30% of the annual water input to the canopy and this increases to 40–70% of the monthly wate ...
... The lower and upper montane rainforests in northern Queensland receive significant amounts of cloud interception that affect both in situ canopy wetness and downstream runoff. Cloud interception contributes 5–30% of the annual water input to the canopy and this increases to 40–70% of the monthly wate ...
The Al Gore Effect - University of Oregon
... market, offsets have recently received substantial attention from academic researchers, the popular press, and government agencies [11, 13, 20]. In particular, this paper examines the effect of the film on carbon offsets purchased through Carbonfund.org (henceforth Carbonfund), which is a retailer ...
... market, offsets have recently received substantial attention from academic researchers, the popular press, and government agencies [11, 13, 20]. In particular, this paper examines the effect of the film on carbon offsets purchased through Carbonfund.org (henceforth Carbonfund), which is a retailer ...
recent study
... responsible for more than half of all warming. It is essential to reduce both non-CO2 pollutants and CO2. Neither alone is sufficient to limit the increase in global temperature to a safe level. IGSD’s fast-action strategies include reducing emissions of short-lived climate pollutants—black carbon, ...
... responsible for more than half of all warming. It is essential to reduce both non-CO2 pollutants and CO2. Neither alone is sufficient to limit the increase in global temperature to a safe level. IGSD’s fast-action strategies include reducing emissions of short-lived climate pollutants—black carbon, ...
Coastal Zones: Ecosystems under Pressure
... Evidence is accumulating of historical shifts in pattern and intensity of these phenomena that can influence biotic distribution and diversity and impact on coastal processes (IPCC 1996). The “ocean conveyor” influences heat fluxes and greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and it may change on various ...
... Evidence is accumulating of historical shifts in pattern and intensity of these phenomena that can influence biotic distribution and diversity and impact on coastal processes (IPCC 1996). The “ocean conveyor” influences heat fluxes and greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and it may change on various ...
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... The elderly: The number of over 60s worldwide is set to rise from 670 million to 2.3 billion by 2050. We need to develop products to increase the ability of seniors to live independently, such as aids designed to help frail fingers and tired eyes. ...
... The elderly: The number of over 60s worldwide is set to rise from 670 million to 2.3 billion by 2050. We need to develop products to increase the ability of seniors to live independently, such as aids designed to help frail fingers and tired eyes. ...
Migration and the Environment - University of Colorado Boulder
... Most common within the Human Geography and Anthropological literature, Political Ecology also emphasizes the multidimensional (and unequal) nature of population-environment relationships more generally (Robbins 2004). Political Ecology highlights the role of politics and power structures in control ...
... Most common within the Human Geography and Anthropological literature, Political Ecology also emphasizes the multidimensional (and unequal) nature of population-environment relationships more generally (Robbins 2004). Political Ecology highlights the role of politics and power structures in control ...
Flood Risk Impact Factor for Comparatively Evaluating the
... Many factors contribute to flood risk in urban catchment areas. Hydrological factors cause rapid flood runoff and flood discharge grows with an increase in impervious areas. Concentrated population and assets are also important social aspects of flood risk. Climate change is now considered an import ...
... Many factors contribute to flood risk in urban catchment areas. Hydrological factors cause rapid flood runoff and flood discharge grows with an increase in impervious areas. Concentrated population and assets are also important social aspects of flood risk. Climate change is now considered an import ...
Ocean Acidification THE KNOWLEDGE BASE 2012
... Ocean acidification at Rio+20 and beyond Nations of the world met in June 2012 in Rio de Janeiro at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. Ocean issues featured more highly than ever before. In the outcome document The Future We Want, world leaders observed (paragraph 166): ‘We ca ...
... Ocean acidification at Rio+20 and beyond Nations of the world met in June 2012 in Rio de Janeiro at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. Ocean issues featured more highly than ever before. In the outcome document The Future We Want, world leaders observed (paragraph 166): ‘We ca ...
Eden DM SLR Phase 1 Literature Review
... composed of sandy beaches, which are at highest risk to coastal erosion. Rising sea levels can also cause groundwater and fresh coastal surface water contamination, the loss of cultural and archaeological resources, and the possible destruction of important coastal habitats such as wetlands, mangrov ...
... composed of sandy beaches, which are at highest risk to coastal erosion. Rising sea levels can also cause groundwater and fresh coastal surface water contamination, the loss of cultural and archaeological resources, and the possible destruction of important coastal habitats such as wetlands, mangrov ...
Breanne Compton: "The Rising Tide of Environmental Migrants: Our National Responsibilities"
... Global climate change is slowly yet significantly altering our planet. In China, the Gobi Desert is growing by 4,000 square miles every year.1 This invasive desert is encroaching upon 4,000 villages in the Gansu province where residents face the risk of having to abandon their villages.2 In Iran, 12 ...
... Global climate change is slowly yet significantly altering our planet. In China, the Gobi Desert is growing by 4,000 square miles every year.1 This invasive desert is encroaching upon 4,000 villages in the Gansu province where residents face the risk of having to abandon their villages.2 In Iran, 12 ...
the knowledge base. Updating what we know about ocean
... Ocean acidification at Rio+20 and beyond Nations of the world met in June 2012 in Rio de Janeiro at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. Ocean issues featured more highly than ever before. In the outcome document The Future We Want, world leaders observed (paragraph 166): ‘We ca ...
... Ocean acidification at Rio+20 and beyond Nations of the world met in June 2012 in Rio de Janeiro at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. Ocean issues featured more highly than ever before. In the outcome document The Future We Want, world leaders observed (paragraph 166): ‘We ca ...
STATE OF THE ANTARCTIC AND SOUTHERN OCEAN CLIMATE
... aim is to try and separate signals of human-induced change from variations with natural causes. Another is to identify areas worth special attention in considering possible future research. [7] To fully understand the operation of this system as the basis for forecasting future change we begin with ...
... aim is to try and separate signals of human-induced change from variations with natural causes. Another is to identify areas worth special attention in considering possible future research. [7] To fully understand the operation of this system as the basis for forecasting future change we begin with ...
Vulnerability of Marine Turtles to Climate Change
... of marine turtles probably arose during the mid–late Jurassic period (180–150 Mya) so have survived past shifts in climate, including glacial periods and warm events and therefore have some capacity for adaptation. The presentday rates of increase of atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations, and as ...
... of marine turtles probably arose during the mid–late Jurassic period (180–150 Mya) so have survived past shifts in climate, including glacial periods and warm events and therefore have some capacity for adaptation. The presentday rates of increase of atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations, and as ...
Hydropower - Circle of Blue
... U.S. hydropower plants are very diverse. They might be located at dams with various storage capacities or be run-of-the-river facilities with no water storage capacity. Their elevation also varies. Only 3 percent of the dams in the United States have hydropower plants and can generate electricity. G ...
... U.S. hydropower plants are very diverse. They might be located at dams with various storage capacities or be run-of-the-river facilities with no water storage capacity. Their elevation also varies. Only 3 percent of the dams in the United States have hydropower plants and can generate electricity. G ...
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... As fires grow, a new landscape appears in the West (NewyorkTimes $) Global summit highlights crucial role of forests in climate change, economic development efforts (Summit CountyCitizensvoice) US Catholics expected to turn out in force for Pope Francis (Reuters) NC lawmakers pass budget that largel ...
... As fires grow, a new landscape appears in the West (NewyorkTimes $) Global summit highlights crucial role of forests in climate change, economic development efforts (Summit CountyCitizensvoice) US Catholics expected to turn out in force for Pope Francis (Reuters) NC lawmakers pass budget that largel ...
What is carbon? Conceptualising carbon and capabilities in
... benefits,14 and that, in some circumstances, participation in carbon projects may exacerbate inequalities within and between communities.7,12 However, other reports suggest that it is poorer households who are more likely to participate in schemes, even though the impact on household livelihoods may ...
... benefits,14 and that, in some circumstances, participation in carbon projects may exacerbate inequalities within and between communities.7,12 However, other reports suggest that it is poorer households who are more likely to participate in schemes, even though the impact on household livelihoods may ...
Sea Level Rise and Flood Risk Assessment for a Select Disaster
... composed of sandy beaches, which are at highest risk to coastal erosion. Rising sea levels can also cause groundwater and fresh coastal surface water contamination, the loss of cultural and archaeological resources, and the possible destruction of important coastal habitats such as wetlands, mangrov ...
... composed of sandy beaches, which are at highest risk to coastal erosion. Rising sea levels can also cause groundwater and fresh coastal surface water contamination, the loss of cultural and archaeological resources, and the possible destruction of important coastal habitats such as wetlands, mangrov ...
Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Wales February 2013
... very likely (>90 per cent probability of occurrence) to result from the observed increase in anthropogenic GHG concentrations.1 ...
... very likely (>90 per cent probability of occurrence) to result from the observed increase in anthropogenic GHG concentrations.1 ...
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... characteristics worldwide may be affected more strongly by climate change than they have been by dams and water withdrawals to date. Arthington et al. [9] conclude that, in response to climate change-driven flow alterations predicted for the 21st century, the development of adaptive management of en ...
... characteristics worldwide may be affected more strongly by climate change than they have been by dams and water withdrawals to date. Arthington et al. [9] conclude that, in response to climate change-driven flow alterations predicted for the 21st century, the development of adaptive management of en ...
Workshop Proceedings Report: South Asia Media Workshop
... change adaptation” is entering both the lexicon and the policy realm in developing countries of the Asia-Pacific region, be it Thailand, where adaptation to climate change is being practiced by the people of Sapanhin sub-district or the Binh Dinh province of Viet Nam, where it is all set to be integ ...
... change adaptation” is entering both the lexicon and the policy realm in developing countries of the Asia-Pacific region, be it Thailand, where adaptation to climate change is being practiced by the people of Sapanhin sub-district or the Binh Dinh province of Viet Nam, where it is all set to be integ ...