David Myers
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Criticism of the Kyoto Protocol
The Kyoto Protocol is an important multilateral agreement on tackling climate change but it has been criticised by many for being toothless and inefficient.
Oct 2, 2010
- David Myers
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The Difference Between Signing and Ratifying a Treaty
Confused about the difference between signing and ratifying an international agreement? Read on for a clear explanation of both.
Sep 19, 2010
- David Myers
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What Caused the Niger Famine in 2010?
Eight million people are on the verge of starvation after drought has afflicted much of the Sahel. But can the famine be blamed entirely on failed rains?
Aug 16, 2010
- David Myers
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Causes of the Great Bengal Famine 1943
A cyclone destroyed much of the 1942 rice crop in Bengal and the following year over 1.5 million died. Yet the real cause was human, not natural.
Aug 14, 2010
- David Myers
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Red Sky at Night, Shepherd's Delight - Is it True?
The old English rhyme is a snippet of weather-lore that farmers used to predict the weather; but what basis, if any, does it have in truth?
Jul 19, 2010
- David Myers
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Spectacular Skies: The Best Sunsets in the World
What makes the best sunset can be subjective, but science and climatology can help in identifying where to find the Earth's most colour-rich skies.
Jul 6, 2010
- David Myers
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Causes of Monsoon Rains in Tropical Regions Around the World
Monsoon rains are characterised by dry winters and torrentially wet summers, but there are many different types of monsoon and many different causes.
Jun 24, 2010
- David Myers
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How Urbanization and Land Management Influence Floods
Intense rain storms often bring floods, but human influences and building materials can be to blame for increased storm water levels.
Jun 9, 2010
- David Myers
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Global Atmospheric Circulation: Effects on Weather and Climate
The three cell atmospheric circulation model is often used to describe flow of air in the troposphere. Learn how it affects regional climate and weather.
Apr 30, 2010
- David Myers
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The Global Atmospheric Circulation Model
Large scale convection of air in the troposphere is affected by solar radiation and the Coriolis Effect. It also has a major impact on weather and climate.
Apr 30, 2010
- David Myers
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