2005 projected to be the hottest on record.
Gymoor II The Return
14-10-2005, 22:09
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9679044/
some highlights from the article:
New international climate data show that 2005 is on track to be the hottest year on record, continuing a 25-year trend of rising global temperatures.
The new analysis comes as government and independent scientists are reporting other dramatic signs of global warming, such as the record shrinkage of the Arctic sea ice cover and unprecedented high ocean temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico.
And a scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration determined that sea surface temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico were higher in August than at any time since 1890, which may have contributed to the intense hurricanes that struck the region this year.
Many climatologists, along with policymakers in a number of countries, believe the rapid temperature rise over the past 50 years is heavily driven by the burning of fossil fuels and other human activities that have spewed carbon dioxide and other "greenhouse gases" into the atmosphere. A vocal minority of scientists say the warming climate is the result of a natural cycle.
emphasis mine
Global temperatures this year are about 1.36 degrees Fahrenheit (0.75 Celsius) above the average between 1950 and 1980
To put it in perspective, the planet's temperature rose by just 1 to 1.5 degrees Fahrenheit over the past century.
again, emphasis mine.
here's an alternative voice:
"I just don't trust it," Taylor said of the new calculation, noting that Goddard's findings are "mighty preliminary."
Of course, the article doesn't mention that Taylor is a featured author to a site run by Exxon called Tech Central Station.
Tactical Grace
14-10-2005, 23:10
Well, it strikes me that being able to walk to work in a shirt on a mid-October morning in the UK, is probably not the usual state of affairs.
But, but, the studies purchased by the industry all deny global warming! Whom to trust? :rolleyes:
Gymoor II The Return
15-10-2005, 01:50
But, but, the studies purchased by the industry all deny global warming! Whom to trust? :rolleyes:
It's pretty funny. Whenever you see some stuffed shirt talking about man not contributing to glabal warming, all you have to do is google the fellow and you're bound to find him connected to the oil industry or the like.
The South Islands
15-10-2005, 01:59
SWEET!
Still gunna have time to show off my hot, sculpted body!
*flexes*
It could be a good thing, especially with they high prices for natural gas. A warm winter/mild spring would really help things in this part of the US.
Heron-Marked Warriors
15-10-2005, 02:03
SWEET!
Still gunna have time to show off my hot, sculpted body!
*flexes*
Are you trying to get down with Fass again?
The South Islands
15-10-2005, 02:05
Are you trying to get down with Fass again?
Meh, one night stand.
I've gots my sights set higher.
Eutrusca
15-10-2005, 02:14
"And a scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration determined that sea surface temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico were higher in August than at any time since 1890, which may have contributed to the intense hurricanes that struck the region this year."
Coupled with a peak in the 70-year hurricane cycle, this promises a very interesting scenario for the people living along the Gulf Coast. Can you say "Katrina-redoux," boys and girls?
Gymoor II The Return
15-10-2005, 02:20
It could be a good thing, especially with they high prices for natural gas. A warm winter/mild spring would really help things in this part of the US.
It will probably mean warmer temperatures (but not necessarily...some places will still experience severe cold...a warmer Earth is a more chaotic Earth,) but it almost definitely will mean more and nastier storms.
I guess if you like such things...
AllCoolNamesAreTaken
15-10-2005, 04:07
This is just a peak in the natural cycle between ice ages. True, pollution is accelerating it, but cow flatulence is more damaging to the environment than auto-exhaust.
Of course, just to be sure, I'm moving to Alaska.
Spartiala
15-10-2005, 04:13
This is just a peak in the natural cycle between ice ages. True, pollution is accelerating it, but cow flatulence is more damaging to the environment than auto-exhaust.
Of course, just to be sure, I'm moving to Alaska.
NO! Global temperatures are rising; technology is being more widely used. Clearly, the two are linked! The government must immediately ban technology, or we will all end up in the sea.
Gymoor II The Return
15-10-2005, 04:27
NO! Global temperatures are rising; technology is being more widely used. Clearly, the two are linked! The government must immediately ban technology, or we will all end up in the sea.
This brilliant sarcasm brought to you by Duh! Magazine*
a subsidiary of Halliburton.
AllCoolNamesAreTaken
15-10-2005, 04:32
NO! Global temperatures are rising; technology is being more widely used. Clearly, the two are linked! The government must immediately ban technology, or we will all end up in the sea.
No, you're wrong! Global temperatures are rising; there are more atheists in the world! Clearly, the two are linked! We must immediately all go to Church (not just any, but only the one I go to, of course), or God will continue to let us slowly sink into hell! (which is why it is hotter)
Eutrusca
15-10-2005, 04:34
This brilliant sarcasm brought to you by Duh! Magazine*
a subsidiary of Halliburton.
I understand that Halliburton is maneuvering to take over California. I support this effort. After all, anything would be an improvement! :D
Gymoor II The Return
15-10-2005, 04:37
This is just a peak in the natural cycle between ice ages. True, pollution is accelerating it, but cow flatulence is more damaging to the environment than auto-exhaust.
Of course, just to be sure, I'm moving to Alaska.
Even if true (and I'm humoring you here,) cow flatulence is nothing new. When there weren't so many cattle, there were more bison and other large herbivores to take up the slack.
The additional CO2 production by not just cars but also power plants and many other industrial practices is what is pushing things beyond previous norms.
Blaming a pre-existing factor is akin to blaming the Sun for climate change, because the Sun provides 100% of the heat energy the Earth receives.
AllCoolNamesAreTaken
15-10-2005, 04:40
Even if true (and I'm humoring you here,) cow flatulence is nothing new. When there weren't so many cattle, there were more bison and other large herbivores to take up the slack.
The additional CO2 production by not just cars but also power plants and many other industrial practices is what is pushing things beyond previous norms.
Blaming a pre-existing factor is akin to blaming the Sun for climate change, because the Sun provides 100% of the heat energy the Earth receives.
Uh, duh. It's called sarcasm.
Gymoor II The Return
15-10-2005, 04:56
Uh, duh. It's called sarcasm.
uh duh, that's why I said I was humoring you. :D
Others, on the other hand, believe this claptrap, and my response was for their benefit.
AllCoolNamesAreTaken
15-10-2005, 05:05
uh duh, that's why I said I was humoring you. :D
Others, on the other hand, believe this claptrap, and my response was for their benefit.
Well, it is aparent that the Sarcasm Empire has annexed this thread.