Monthly Archives: October 2008

Science must determine our forestry future

Assessing the impact of forests and forest harvesting on carbon emissions needs to be based on scientific research and physical evidence. All involved in the forest debate need to put past prejudices behind them. Continue reading

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A lesson from the financial crisis: don’t wait for the crash

The economic crisis is just a sideshow compared with the task ahead in confronting climate change. Continue reading

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Climate remains a top concern through troubling times

The economy has pushed its way to the top of people’s concerns, but action to address climate change continues to loom large in public opinion. Continue reading

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