Category: Climate Science & Research
Raja Ampat 2012: Does Fish Length Matter?
Written by Jake Cohen | October 23rd, 2012
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What can we learn about a fish — and its ecosystem — from its length? Our crack team of fish-spotters has the answer.
Raja Ampat 2012: An Old Dog Learning New Tricks
Written by Jake Cohen | October 19th, 2012
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Scientists on the 2012 Raja Ampat coral monitoring trip are boldly experimenting with new technologies. Will their cell phones pass the “tissue” test?
Reef Resilience Revealed: How We Can Help Corals Recover
Written by Rod Salm | October 19th, 2012
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In advance of delivering a speech at the Colorado Ocean Coalition’s Making WAVES Symposium, Dr. Rod Salm reflects on a career of coral conservation.
Raja Ampat 2012: On the Way
Written by Jake Cohen | October 18th, 2012
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After two years of designing this project, the scuba diving teams are finally on their way to survey the reefs of Raja Ampat. Sharks and fish await — join in!
Unexplored Territory: Follow the 2012 Raja Ampat Journey
Written by Jake Cohen | October 15th, 2012
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Join this year’s trip to Raja Ampat, where our scientists are trying something new: exploring coral reefs we don’t protect to learn about the ones we do.
People at Risk to Natural Disasters and How Nature Can Help
Written by Mike Beck | October 11th, 2012
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A new report shows what countries are at the most risk from natural disasters, and how nature can help protect people, nature and property.
Science Short: Common Sense & Climate Change
Written by Jon Fisher | October 3rd, 2012
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If climate change is just plain common sense, then why is ice growing in Antarctica? Spatial scientist Jon Fisher on the value of clear climate change communication.
Cool Green Morning: Monday, October 1
Written by Nicole Levins | October 1st, 2012
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It’s just another cool green Monday:
- Global demand for oil falls, and so do prices. (Christian Science Monitor)
- A new study says climate change will make fish tinier. (AP, via Huffington Post Green)
- Here’s how to cook your veggies to retain the most nutrients. (Grist)
- Illegal logging is shockingly lucrative. (Mongabay)
- Melting Arctic ice could have serious impacts on the Inuit way of life. (YaleE360)
Addressing our Looming Climate Bankruptcy
Written by Frank Lowenstein | August 22nd, 2012
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Much as we experienced a market crash in 2008, we should be prepared for a climate crash. What does climate bankruptcy look like? And how can we prepare for it?
The Heat is On, and it’s Time to Prepare
Written by Evan Girvetz | August 20th, 2012
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Whether you look globally or locally, the last several months featured heat, heat and more heat. And with a renowned NASA scientist saying this is part of a new trend toward warmer summers, how can we prepare?
