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Trust the cautious scientist ahead of the carbon lobbyist

The meticulous work of thousands of climate scientists is being challenged by a well-resourced misinformation campaign, says the Government’s scientific adviser on climate change. Should we believe him, or put our trust in the carbon lobby? [19 October 2010 | Peter … Continue reading

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Climate studies give us the chance to plan ahead

Our climate future is being unfolded before our eyes. We can ignore the implications, or make early planning decisions to deal with them. [12 October 2010 | Peter Boyer] What’s ahead? Since the year dot, humans have been asking that question. … Continue reading

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Anticipating the impact of rising seas: a Tasmanian success story

Sea levels are likely to rise by around a metre by the end of this century. A Tasmanian mapping project is set to provide timely information for authorities and landowners around Australia’s 50,000 km of coastline. [30 June 2009 | Peter … Continue reading

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