Arctic
Photo of the week #14 – Penguins under threat from melting ice
This week’s photo of the week shows scientists working in the Antarctic, where last week new research gave scientists good news as it found some penguin species numbers could be higher than originally thought.
Asian glaciers bucking trend of climate change ice melt
Satellite models from the Karakoram mountains north of Himalaya show marginal growth but area remains a one-off, according to new research.
Rush to establish Arctic economy risky for ecosystems, warns report
Lloyd’s of London report warns against a rush towards the estimated $100 billion exploration of the Arctic they predict over the next decade, while oil company Shell reaffirms their commitment to investment in the region.
Photo of the week #13 – Melting ice in the polar regions
This week’s Photo of the Week, the melting ice of the Arctic and its impact globally.
Nordic nations sign non-CO2 emissions pact
Nordic environment ministers have signed a declaration to increase efforts on reducing non-CO2 emissions.
NASA: Arctic’s oldest sea ice disappearing fastest
The arctic’s oldest ice disappearing faster than newer, thinner ice according to a new study from a NASA scientist.
WWF says Arctic drilling ‘absurd’ but outright ban unlikely
UK branch of organisation expects first Arctic drilling to commence this year and tells parliamentary committee it will focus attention on vulnerable areas.
Expanding Arctic water pool could cool Europe
A new study which detected a huge fresh water pool in the Artic Ocean, warns changes in wind direction could cause the pool to spill out and disturb ocean currents cooling Europe.
UK launches Arctic environment inquiry
British government to investigate consequences of Arctic commercialisation on same day Norwegian firm Statoil announces major oil discovery in Barents Sea.
Photos: How the planet is coping with climate change
To mark the start of COP17 in Durban Gary Braasch has generously allowed Responding to Climate Change to feature a collection of pictures, focusing on the damaging effects of climate change.
Obama administration extends offshore drilling
US decision to extend range of available offshore drilling in Arctic and Gulf of Mexico raises questions over Obama climate change credentials.