This article points to a new trend for climate change denial “scientists” who publish their “scientific studies” for a fee on websites with nice sounding names, but which have virtually no science-based reviews of the studies. If you pay, you can publish. It is another example of how deniers are intentionally working to cast doubt onto actual scientific studies. Many sites are named, as are many of the “scientists”.
Month: January 2018
Trump, the Military, and Climate Change
This article discusses Trump’s failure to address climate change, as it impacts our military and national security. The Pentagon released the unclassified summary version of America’s new National Defense Strategy, and for the first time since 2008, it makes no mention of climate change. The oversight is intentional, despite the fact that the relationship has been intensely studied.
Richmond, CA Sues Chevron & Others Over Climate Change
This article talks about the CA City, Richmond, that is suing O&G companies over the damage caused by climate change. They are the ninth US city to file a lawsuit against fossil fuel companies because they knew how bad their impact was on global climate change, but did nothing.
Environmental Activist Sued for Libel by O&G industry
An activist posted a comment about a Texas oil exploration company and got sued for doing so. The articles discusses the impact on environmentalists and warns of an increasing propensity for lawsuits against activists. The question posed is whether the comments are actually libelous or whether the lawsuit was simply retaliation. Regardless, it can have a chilling effect on environmental activists.
Lawsuit by O&G Industry Results in Fines to Environmental Lawyers
This article discusses one of many lawsuits, won by the O&G industry, against activists who try to stop the fossil fuel industry. The lawyers attempted to defend a rural Pennsylvania township’s ban on underground injections of frack waste. It seems that the O&G industry is beginning to start suing opposition to keep them from hindering their drilling efforts.
Study-Hopeful climate change messages are more effective than fear
This article discusses a small study in the journal Global Environmental Change on the psychology of climate change and climate change denial. The results of the study suggest “that the motivation to act against climate change isn’t really about fear per se but instead depends on psychological coping strategies that help people deal with their environmental worries. Those coping strategies, and the action they spur, are essentially a form of hope.”
Overlooked Tiny Air Pollutants Can Have Major Climate Impact
This article discusses the study showing that ultrafine particles can have a major impact on climate change. The study, published in the journal Science, found that in humid and unspoiled areas like the Amazon or the ocean, the introduction of pollution particles could interact with thunderstorm clouds and more than double the rainfall from a storm.
Study- Ultrafine Aerosol Particles & Their Impact On Weather
This RESEARCH ARTICLE points to the impact of ultrafine particles on cloud formation. Previously, they were thought to have little to no impact on weather, but the study shows the opposite. Substantial convection and precipitation enhancements by ultrafine aerosol particles
New films lambaste climate denial, call for action
The Wild and Scenic Film Festival in California hosted a series of climate change films that lambasted climate change deniers. The article discusses 5 films, and is definitely worth reading. Then follo-up by attending a local showing.
If global warming is real, why is it snowing?
This article provides a simple answer to questions about short-term weather versus long-term climate. The answer is provided by meteorologist Marshall Shepherd, a professor at the University of Georgia and host of the Weather Channel Show, “Weather Geeks.” He says in northern states, warmer temperatures can actually lead to more heavy snowfalls. That’s because warmer air holds more water vapor, which is the fuel for snow. Plus, he says, there’s the big difference between weather and climate.