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http://whrc.org/resources/online_publications/warming_earth/index.htm
A Beginner's Guide to Global Warming Open in a new browser window
   Written by a scientist at The Woods Hole Research Center, these pages describe the scientific evidence, the culprits, the skeptics and the probable outcome of a world signicantly changed by human-induced climate change.
   http://whrc.org/resources/online_publications/warming_earth/index.htm
http://www.cgd.ucar.edu/cas/ACACIA/
ACACIA - A Consortium for the Application of Climate Impact Assessments Open in a new browser window
   ACACIA uses the best available scientific tools and knowledge to answer the climate-related questions of sponsors from the industrial, business and policy communities.
   http://www.cgd.ucar.edu/cas/ACACIA/
http://reference.aol.com/planet-earth/global-warming
AOL: Earth Focus on Global Warming Open in a new browser window
   Information about global warming and climate change and what individuals can do to help the environment.
   http://reference.aol.com/planet-earth/global-warming
http://www.policyalmanac.org/environment/global_warming.shtml
Almanac of Policy Issues: Global Warming Open in a new browser window
   News, background information and links on global warming, climate change, and the 1997 Kyoto Protocol.
   http://www.policyalmanac.org/environment/global_warming.shtml
http://www.ap-net.org/
Asia Pacific Network on Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   A clearing house for climate change issues sponsored by the Japanese Ministry of the Environment. Highlighting articles, conference schedules, and related resources.
   http://www.ap-net.org/
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/portal/climate_change/
BBC Climate Change Portal Open in a new browser window
   Starting point for current news items and discussions on the topic of climate change.
   http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/portal/climate_change/
http://newsvote.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/static/in_depth/sci_tech/2000/climate_change/
BBC News: Global Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   An analysis of the science and other issues behind the climate change debate, from BBC News Online.
   http://newsvote.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/static/in_depth/sci_tech/2000/climate_change/
http://www.bbc.co.uk/climate/
BBC Science - Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   Key points, articles, pros and cons, and resources regarding climate change.
   http://www.bbc.co.uk/climate/
http://cagle.msnbc.com/news/CO2/main.asp
Bush's CO2 Emissions Flip-Flop Open in a new browser window
   Cartoons about President Bush's reversal of stance on carbon dioxide emissions.
   http://cagle.msnbc.com/news/CO2/main.asp
http://www.co2clock.org
CO2 Clock Open in a new browser window
   Counter showing current concentrations of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere with a description of their methodology.
   http://www.co2clock.org
http://www.nextgeneration.org/globalwarming
California Global Warming Campaign Open in a new browser window
   Useful and timely information about climate change and California.
   http://www.nextgeneration.org/globalwarming
http://www.rec.org/Climate/index.html
Capacity for Climate Protection Open in a new browser window
   Project focussing on climate protection and funding environmental NGOs in Central and Eastern Europe. Includes a profile, calendar of events, publications, and information on monitoring and mechanisms.
   http://www.rec.org/Climate/index.html
http://www.paulagordon.com/shows/calvin/
Civilization - Use It or Lose It Open in a new browser window
   Audio conversation with William Calvin about rapid global climate changes. Includes related links.
   http://www.paulagordon.com/shows/calvin/
http://www.cana.net.au/
Climate Action Network Australia Open in a new browser window
   Non-profit environmental group dedicated to fighting climate change and finding solutions to the problem. Includes news and current programs.
   http://www.cana.net.au/
http://www.can-sa.net/
Climate Action Network South Asia Open in a new browser window
   A global network of over Non-Governmental Organizations working to promote government and individual action to limit human induced climate change to ecologically sustainable levels.
   http://www.can-sa.net/
http://www.climateark.org/
Climate Ark Open in a new browser window
   Climate change news & information portal and archive dedicated to promoting policy that addresses Global Climate Change through reductions in carbon emissions, energy conservation, alternative energy sources and ending deforestation.
   http://www.climateark.org/
http://www.euronet.nl/users/e_wesker/climate.html
Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   An overview of climate change, theories and perspectives, and notable weather patterns.
   http://www.euronet.nl/users/e_wesker/climate.html
http://www.climatechangedebate.org
Climate Change Debate Open in a new browser window
   Climate change and global warming science, government policy, energy technology, cost and benefits debated via an unmoderated, uncensored listserve, plus research aides.
   http://www.climatechangedebate.org
http://www.climatechangesolutions.com
Climate Change Solutions Open in a new browser window
   Success stories, tools and resources on how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
   http://www.climatechangesolutions.com
http://yosemite.epa.gov/oar/globalwarming.nsf/content/Climate.html
Climate Change: An Overview Open in a new browser window
   A discussion of the certainties and uncertainties behind the science of climate change and the impact of greenhouse gasses.
   http://yosemite.epa.gov/oar/globalwarming.nsf/content/Climate.html
http://www.climatecounts.org/
Climate Counts Open in a new browser window
   A nonprofit organization rating corporations on their efforts towards mitigating climate change. News items, a score card, and a message forum.
   http://www.climatecounts.org/
http://www.ciesin.org/docs/001-338/001-338.html
Climate Effects on Human Health Open in a new browser window
   A white paper on the potential effects of future climate changes on forests and vegetation, agriculture, water resources, and human health.
   http://www.ciesin.org/docs/001-338/001-338.html
http://www.climate.org/
Climate Institute Open in a new browser window
   works to protect the balance between climate and life on earth by facilitating the dialogue among scientists, policy makers, business executives and citizens.
   http://www.climate.org/
http://www.climatepolicy.com
Climate Policy Open in a new browser window
   An Elsevier journal which aims to address the broad spectrum of policy issues raised by the prospect of changes in the global climate. Includes articles, extracts, information on authors and bibliographies.
   http://www.climatepolicy.com
http://www.climatetrend.com/
Climate Trend Open in a new browser window
   Interactive plotting tool for historical global temperature data.
   http://www.climatetrend.com/
http://www.cfto.org/
Conservation for the Oceans Foundation Open in a new browser window
   Dedicated to building awareness about the oceans and climate change through the support of scientists, educators, community leaders, and local environmental organizations in over 80 countries.
   http://www.cfto.org/
http://www.davidsuzuki.org/Climate_Change/
David Suzuki Foundation: Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   Highlights recent reports and projects, suggested solutions, and background information, focusing on British Columbia and the US Pacific Northwest.
   http://www.davidsuzuki.org/Climate_Change/
http://www.worldwatch.org/node/1648
Destructive Storms Drive Insurance Losses Up - Will Taxpayers Have to Bail Out Insurance Industry? Open in a new browser window
   Scientists now believe that rising global temperatures may exacerbate extreme weather events, leading to increased damages in the decades ahead. [WorldWatch Institute]
   http://www.worldwatch.org/node/1648
http://epa.gov/climatechange/index.html
EPA: Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   Comprehensive information from the USA's Environmental Protection Agency.
   http://epa.gov/climatechange/index.html
http://www.earths-magnetic-field-and-how-it-reverses-and-more.com
Earth's Magnetic Field And How It Reverses Open in a new browser window
   White papers on the earth's magnetic field and global warming by Eugene D. Richards.
   http://www.earths-magnetic-field-and-how-it-reverses-and-more.com
http://www.open-spaces.com/article-v2n1-lubchenco.php
Earth's Unruly Tenant Open in a new browser window
   An essay by Jane Lubchenco about climate change and public perceptions of environmental issues.
   http://www.open-spaces.com/article-v2n1-lubchenco.php
http://edcwww.cr.usgs.gov/earthshots/slow/tableofcontents
Earthshots: Satellite Images of Environmental Change Open in a new browser window
   A global collection of Landsat images and text, designed to show environmental changes and to introduce remote sensing. Images and explanatory from every continent.
   http://edcwww.cr.usgs.gov/earthshots/slow/tableofcontents
http://www.fluoridealert.org/pollution/1331.html
FluorideAlert.org: Potent and Rare Greenhouse Gas Identified Open in a new browser window
   Article on rising concentrations of a newly identified synthetic fluoride that traps heat more effectively than all other known greenhouse gases.
   http://www.fluoridealert.org/pollution/1331.html
http://www.fossil-of-the-day.org/
Fossil-of-the-Day.org Open in a new browser window
   A daily award Presented to the "worst" countries at UN climate change conferences.
   http://www.fossil-of-the-day.org/
http://www.policyalmanac.org/environment/archive/crs_climate_change_market.shtml
Global Climate Change: Market-Based Strategies to Reduce Greenhouse Gases Open in a new browser window
   A review of market based initiatives to combat global warming, including tradeable permits and carbon taxes.
   http://www.policyalmanac.org/environment/archive/crs_climate_change_market.shtml
http://www.wmo.ch/pages/prog/gcos/index.php
Global Climate Observing System Open in a new browser window
   An organization ensuring that observations and information needed to address climate-related issues are obtained and made available to all potential users. Contains a profile, structure, publications and calendar of events.
   http://www.wmo.ch/pages/prog/gcos/index.php
http://www.satglobal.com/global_warming.htm
Global Warming Open in a new browser window
   Discussing facts about global warming, basic steps to take to stop its progress, and links to other pages on climate change.
   http://www.satglobal.com/global_warming.htm
http://www.globalwarming.net/
Global Warming International Center Open in a new browser window
   GWIC is an international body disseminating information on global warming science and policy, serving both governmental, non-governmental organizations, and industries in more than 120 countries. It sponsors unbiased research supporting the understanding
   http://www.globalwarming.net/
http://www.greenhousenet.org
Green House Network Open in a new browser window
   Non-profit organization focusing on building a grassroots movement to stop global warming pollution. Contains a profile, event calendar, information on speakers, and news archive.
   http://www.greenhousenet.org
http://cbc.ca/fifth/kyoto/index.html
Hot Air - the Canadian Debate on Kyoto Open in a new browser window
   Issues surrounding the Kyoto Accord and its effect on Canadian citizens.
   http://cbc.ca/fifth/kyoto/index.html
http://www.protectingcreation.org/
Interfaith Climate Change Network Open in a new browser window
   Describes ways individuals and congregations can act on the issues of climate change and energy use. Joint project of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA and the Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life.
   http://www.protectingcreation.org/
http://www.ipcc.ch/
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   The IPCC assesses the scientific, technical and socio-economic information relevant for the understanding of the risk of human-induced climate change.
   http://www.ipcc.ch/
http://www.iccp.net
International Climate Change Partnership Open in a new browser window
   Global coalition of companies and trade associations committed to constructive and responsible participation in the international policy process concerning global climate change. Includes objectives, a list of members, and literature.
   http://www.iccp.net
http://www.uni-bonn.de/ihdp/
International Human Dimensions Open in a new browser window
   An international, interdisciplinary, non-governmental social science programme aimed at improving understanding of human responses to global change. Contains a profile, projects, news, publications and calendar of events.
   http://www.uni-bonn.de/ihdp/
http://archive.greenpeace.org/climate/database/records/zgpz0638.html
Many scientists believe runaway greenhouse effect possible Open in a new browser window
   A Greenpeace poll (in 1992) shows that a worryingly high proportion of climate scientists believe it possible that continuing emissions of greenhouse gases can awaken synergistic feedbacks capable of generating a runaway greenhouse effect.
   http://archive.greenpeace.org/climate/database/records/zgpz0638.html
http://www.massclimateaction.org
Massachusetts Climate Action Network Open in a new browser window
   A network of local and statewide groups dedicated to halting the threat of global climate change. Contains a profile, legislations, information on local chapters, and calendar of events.
   http://www.massclimateaction.org
http://www.natcomindia.org/
Natcom India Open in a new browser window
   Information about greenhouse gas emissions, inventory estimations, vulnerability assessments, and adapting to global climate changes from the Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India.
   http://www.natcomindia.org/
http://www.oneworld.net/article/archive/4231/
OneWorld: Climate Change Campaign Open in a new browser window
   Includes news, archives and articles on this topic.
   http://www.oneworld.net/article/archive/4231/
http://www.pewclimate.org/
Pew Center on Global Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   Advocates taking action to arrest climate change
   http://www.pewclimate.org/
http://environment.about.com/od/kyotoprotocol/
Primer on the Kyoto Protocol Open in a new browser window
   Article about this international agreement and how it will be used to combat global warming.
   http://environment.about.com/od/kyotoprotocol/
http://www.entico.com/
Responding to Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   Practical guide to support the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol. Profiles the business community's response with services and resources for greenhouse gas mitigation.
   http://www.entico.com/
http://www.itvs.org/risingwaters
Rising Waters Open in a new browser window
   Companion web site to the documentary "Rising Waters", which includes personal stories of Pacific Islanders and puts a human face on the international climate change debate. Includes archives, stories, white papers and information on filmmakers.
   http://www.itvs.org/risingwaters
http://www.sierraclub.org/globalwarming/
Sierra Club Global Warming Campaign Open in a new browser window
   Clearinghouse for information on global warming.
   http://www.sierraclub.org/globalwarming/
http://www.earthfuture.com/stormyweather
Stormy Weather: 101 Solutions to Global Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   Companion site to the book of the same name. Offers information on climate change, and tips for individuals, companies, municipilaties, governments and developing nations to counter this issue.
   http://www.earthfuture.com/stormyweather
http://www.climateprotect.org/
The Alliance for Climate Protection Open in a new browser window
   Campaign group which aims to cut emissions and reduce global warming. Information about the challenge and how people can help.
   http://www.climateprotect.org/
http://www.climateregistry.org/
The California Climate Action Registry Open in a new browser window
   Organization created by the State of California to encourage companies, government agencies and other organizations to voluntarily measure and report their Green House Gas emissions. Provides information about the program.
   http://www.climateregistry.org/
http://www.climatetrust.org/
The Climate Trust Open in a new browser window
   Promotes climate change and global warming solutions by providing carbon dioxide offset projects and advancing offset policies.
   http://www.climatetrust.org/
http://www.theatlantic.com/issues/98jan/climate.htm
The Great Climate Flip-flop Open in a new browser window
   Could Global Warming lead to Global Cooling? Warming could lead, paradoxically, to drastic cooling -- a catastrophe that could threaten the survival of civilization. Atlantic Monthly.
   http://www.theatlantic.com/issues/98jan/climate.htm
http://greennature.com/article628.html
The Politics of Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   An online guide to the politics and science leading up to and following the signing of the Kyoto Protocol.
   http://greennature.com/article628.html
http://www.usgcrp.gov
U.S. Global Change Research Program Open in a new browser window
   Provides the foundation for increasing the skill of predictions of seasonal-to-interannual climate fluctuations (which can bring excessively wet and dry periods) and long-term climate change.
   http://www.usgcrp.gov
http://www.gcrio.org
US Global Change Research Information Office Open in a new browser window
   Provides access to data and information on climate change research, adaptation/mitigation strategies and technologies, and global warming related educational resources for users worldwide.
   http://www.gcrio.org
http://www.usgcrp.gov/usgcrp/links/assessments.htm
US Global Change Research Program: Assessments Open in a new browser window
   Contains major national and international studies on environmental and climatic issues.
   http://www.usgcrp.gov/usgcrp/links/assessments.htm
http://www.ucsusa.org/global_warming/
Union of Concerned Scientists Global Warming Open in a new browser window
   Climate scientists have linked the increased levels of heat-trapping gases in the atmosphere to human activities, in particular the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas for heating and electricity; gasoline for transportation), deforestatio
   http://www.ucsusa.org/global_warming/
http://unfccc.int/
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, UNFCCC Open in a new browser window
   official site for UN Climate Secretariat: Kyoto protocol, COP4 in Buenos Aires, world emissions data.
   http://unfccc.int/
http://www.us-cap.org/
United States Climate Action Partnership Open in a new browser window
   A group of businesses and organizations encouraging the federal government to enact legislation for significant reduction in greenhouse gases.
   http://www.us-cap.org/
http://www.weathervane.rff.org/
WEATHERVANE: Resources for the Future's Digital Forum on Global Climate Policy Open in a new browser window
   An online forum designed to provide the news media, legislators, opinion leaders, and the interested public with analysis and commentary on U.S. and global policy initiatives related to climate change.
   http://www.weathervane.rff.org/
http://www.worldwildlife.org/climate/
WWF - Climate Change Open in a new browser window
   Features information and breaking news on climate change, with a focus on resources and actions you can take to help stop global warming.
   http://www.worldwildlife.org/climate/
http://www.wri.org/climate/
World Resources Institute: Climate, Energy & Transport Open in a new browser window
   Identifies opportunities to reduce the risk of global climate change in ways that drive sustainable economic development worldwide.
   http://www.wri.org/climate/
http://www.myclimate.org/index.php?lang=en
myclimate Open in a new browser window
   The Climate Protection Partnership discusses the pollution and climactic effects of air traffic, and environmentally sustainable alternatives.
   http://www.myclimate.org/index.php?lang=en

Last Updated: 2007-10-20 12:19:18