Today's Climate: November 29-30, 2008
by Stacy Feldman - Nov 30th, 2008
Obama Buzz Felt at Global Climate Talks (AP)
The president-elect won't be there, but an Obama buzz will be felt in Poznan, Poland starting tomorrow, when delegates from 190 countries will gather for two weeks of UN climate talks.
Will GM's Cuts Be Enough as Congress Reconsiders Aid? (Detroit Free Press)
GM will take a hacksaw to itself as part of a plea to Congress for part of $25 billion in aid, pledging billions of dollars in cuts across its North American business from reworking its debt to shedding up to four US brands. Question is, will it be enough?
Stiffer Emission Rules Proposed in Florida (Tampa Tribune)
State officials are slated to return to the Florida Environmental Regulation Commission this week to argue that Florida should adopt California's tough emission standards for cars and light trucks.
Germany Says Well on Track to Meet Kyoto Goals (AFP)
The German government has released data for its 2007 greenhouse gas emissions that shows it is well on track to meet its commitments under the Kyoto Protocol.
UK's Climate Body to Unveil Emissions Cut Plans (Reuters)
Britain's chief climate adviser will recommend tomorrow how the government can meet tough targets to pare carbon emissions, including what role coal should play in the country's energy future.
Brazil Amazon Destruction Rises After 3-Year Fall (Reuters)
Destruction of the Amazon forest in Brazil accelerated for the first time in 4 years, the government has said, as high commodity prices tempted farmers and ranchers to slash more trees.
Whatever Happened to the Hydrogen Economy? (New Scientist)
At the turn of the century, the hydrogen economy was the next big thing, promising a future of clean energy and deliverance from climate change. Today it seems as distant as ever.
Ocean Currents Can Power the World, Say Scientists (Daily Telegraph)
A revolutionary new device that can harness energy from slow-moving rivers and ocean currents could provide enough power for the entire world, scientists have said.
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