Explaining climate change science & rebutting global warming misinformation
Do the arguments of the global warming skeptics hold water scientifically? The above website evaluates the validity of many of the common arguments made by global warming skeptics based on the scientific literature.
Did you know that “…up to 75% of people living in developing countries rely on agriculture for their livelihoods and that over 90% of Africa’s agricultural production comes from small-scale production. Many of these farmers are women, who play a critical role in food and nutrition security and are responsible for growing, buying, selling and cooking the food. Between 60 and 80% of the food produced in most developing countries is produced by women and in sub-Saharan Africa, the figure is between 80 and 90 per cent. Yet less than 2% of land in sub-Saharan Africa is owned by women.”
“Across Africa, farmers are experiencing unpredictable growing seasons, making the age-old art and science of farming a guessing game. It is estimated that by 2050, up to 25% of world food production could be lost as a result of climate change, water scarcity and land degradation. This, combined with an expected population of 9 billion in 2050, paints a frightening picture of what may lie ahead for the next generation.”
Excerpt from GIMAC speaking notes for Mary Robinson President, Mary Robinson Foundation – Climate Justice (MRFCJ)
The Mary Robinson Foundation – Climate Justice (MRFCJ)
The Mary Robinson Foundation – Climate Justice (MRFCJ) is a centre for thought leadership, education and advocacy on the struggle to secure global justice for those many victims of climate change who are usually forgotten – the poor, the disempowered and the marginalised across the world.
Ethical questions in an Internet Age
Ethical questions in online communities & thoughts on principles, based on the Baha’i writings, to consider.
Probing the Role of the Sun In an Era of Global Warming.
Yale environement360 Opinion, Analysis, Reporting & Debate
Be sure to check out the comments.
Source of photograph: Solar Feeds News and Commentary
Frente Rescate Agrícola – Dile NO a la pérdida de terrenos agrícolas
El Frente de Rescate Agrícola (FRA) es un movimiento de base popular que agrupa a diversas organizaciones civiles comprometidas con la agricultura y con un desarrollo sustentable del país. Este frente surge como propuesta a la preocupación colectiva de la pérdida desmedida de los terrenos agrícolas de Puerto Rico a causa de un desarrollo desenfrenado en beneficio de un supuesto progreso. El FRA se estará manifestando de diversas formas educando al pueblo y proponiendo alternativas para la preservación de los terrenos y para el progreso sostenible del país. Hemos llegado al punto donde la pérdida de una pulgada adicional de terrenos agrícolas representa una amenaza al sustento alimentario de las presentes y futuras generaciones.
Es momento ya de considerar la agricultura y los recursos naturales como pilar en el desarrollo del país. La crisis alimentaria que enfrenta Puerto Rico y agravada con la pérdida de terrenos agrícolas es un asunto de seguridad nacional y todo aquel que atente en contra de los terrenos está cometiendo una agresión directa al pueblo puertorriqueño.
New Satellite Takes Spectacular High-Res Image of Earth
You can download the full image in extremely high resolution (8,000 x 8,000 pixels!).
Enriching Cross-Cultural Experiences in Peru – Awaiting Angels
Very cool organization!
Volunteer programs in Peru include:
· Working in orphanages
. Elderly care
· Health program for medical students
· Teacher assistant
· Street Children Help Program
· Day care center
. Taking care of children with disabilities
. ELT English teaching
. Farming communities
. Making bricks and tiles
. Earthquake Recovery Program
. Conservation
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