Deforestation in Amazon jungle increases by nearly a third in one year
The Guardian, November 14 2013
Deforestation in the Amazon increased by nearly a third over the past year, according to Brazilian government figures released on Thursday.
West Antarctic Ice Sheet warming twice earlier estimate
Matt McGrath
A new analysis of temperature records indicates that the Western Antarctic Ice Sheet is warming nearly twice as fast as previously thought.
US researchers say they found the first evidence of warming during the southern hemisphere's summer months.
Arctic ice melting at 'amazing' speed, scientists find
By David Shukman Science Editor, BBC News, in Svalbard
Scientists in the Arctic are warning that this summer's record-breaking melt is part of an accelerating trend with profound implications.
Norwegian researchers report that the sea ice is becoming significantly thinner and more vulnerable.
The Ocean Impacts Us All
San Diego community leaders share their support of world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the profound impact its environmental research and education has on our world.
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Seasonal Hourly Wind Output in San Diego
The largest power potential from wind in the spring, summer, and fall typically occurs in the evening and early morning when the regional load demand is not at its peak. Although the wind resource peak power potential does not coincide with the peak of the regional load demand, wind can still be used to meet some of the Region’s energy needs. Figure 4.1 illustrates the seasonal hourly wind potential.
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Aurelien Plee
Aurelien Plee, Engineering student from France, spent three month at GENI investigating the Costs/benefits of solar technologies for the desertec endeavor across North Africa.
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Paola Perez GENI Intern
Paola Pérez, from Colombia, came to GENI to do some research on renewable energy on Colombia. She spoke about her investigation and experiences at GENI.
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Caribbean coral reefs face collapse
guardian.co.uk
Sep 9, 2012
Caribbean coral reefs are in danger of disappearing, depriving the world of one of its most beautiful and productive ecosystems
Factbox - Regions where water disputes are fuelling tensions
Astrid Zweynert
July 23 (AlertNet) - Disputes over water are common around the world, exacerbated by climate change, growing populations, rapid urbanisation, increased irrigation and a rising demand for alternative energy sources such as hydroelectricity.