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Climate Change 2007

Climate Change 2007 is a report that provides a completely up-to-date scientific assessment of the impacts of climate change, the vulnerability of natural and human environments, and the potential for response through adaptation. Written by the world's leading experts, the report evaluates evidence that recent observed changes in climate have already affected a variety of physical and biological systems and concludes that these effects can be attributed to global warming. It also makes a detailed assessment of the impacts of future climate change and sea-level rise on ecosystems, water resources, agriculture and food security, human health, coastal and low-lying regions and industry and settlements. Published by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, United Nations Publications, this book is available for $85 - follow the link.

Environmental Effects of Increased Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide

Predictions of harmful climatic effects due to future increases in hydrocarbon use and minor greenhouse gases like CO do not conform to current experimental knowledge. The environmental effects of rapid expansion of the nuclear and hydrocarbon energy industries are discussed. From Journal of American Physicians and Surgeons Volume 12 Number 3 Fall 2007, submitted by Albrecht Glatzle

'Hardy' livestock on the decline in developing world

Over-reliance on just a few breeds of livestock is causing the loss of an average of one breed every month. Nearly 70 per cent of the world's remaining unique livestock breeds are found in developing countries. Such rare breeds are essential to supplying livestock for harsh environments. We need urgent action to conserve these breeds that are resistant to many diseases and pests.

Inner Mongolia - Sea of Grass

Especially for those attending the IRC/IGC in China - Transforming a ‘Sea of Grass’: Urbanization, Nomadic Pastoralism, and Agricultural Colonization on the Sino-Mongolian Frontier, 1550-1930