Author Archives: Toasty

Automobiles II – Future?

Posted on May 7, 2008 by Toasty

U.S Government programs to develop high-mileage cars have been ineffective. Continue reading →

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Automobiles I – Past

Posted on May 6, 2008 by Toasty

The Model A Fords manufactured in 1930 provided better gas mileage than the EPA reported average light-duty vehicle mileage for 2006. Continue reading →

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Climate Change and Computer Models

Posted on May 5, 2008 by Toasty

Due to the extreme complexity of Global Climate Change computer models are used to increase understanding and predict future conditions. Continue reading →

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New Global Warming Awareness and Action Campaign

Posted on April 20, 2008 by Toasty

Today marked the beginning of the We Campaign, one of the largest public advocacy efforts in history. Lead by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore and his Alliance for Climate Protection, the campaign objectives are to educate and organize Americans in a drive to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases. Continue reading →

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Dengue Fever – A Sign of Things to Come?

Posted on April 3, 2008 by Toasty

The spread of human and agricultural disease vectors due to climate change may confound diagnosis and treatment of unfamiliar diseases. Continue reading →

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CFLs – a Potential Health Concern?

Posted on March 31, 2008 by Toasty

In our haste to adopt efficient products we must not overlook long-term human health concerns and environmental impacts. Continue reading →

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CFLs – A "Feel Good" Alternative?

Posted on March 29, 2008 by Toasty

We must evaluate energy consumption and emissions over the entire life-cycle of products, from manufacture to disposal. Continue reading →

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A Woodcutter

Posted on March 25, 2008 by Toasty

Policies to address Global Climate Change can devastate those following a centuries old life style. What is our moral obligation to these people? Continue reading →

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Tipping Points

Posted on March 16, 2008 by Toasty

Tipping points are basically thresholds beyond which small human activities will result in climatic changes which may be abrupt, drastic and irreversible. Continue reading →

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The IPCC and Their Reports

Posted on March 12, 2008 by Toasty

The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is an international scientific body mandated to provide objective scientific information on Global Climate Change. Continue reading →

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