Beliefs Surrounding Global Warming...

There has been much talk and confusion about the beliefs surrounding global warming. In fact, there is so much confusion that it can be a little difficult figuring out exactly what’s going on. If you’re trying to get an idea of what the outlook for the future of the planet is, the conclusion you come up with will greatly depend on who you listen to. Regardless of whether you call them beliefs or myths,...

Global Warming: Is it a real threat?...

You have most likely heard a lot about global warming over the past several years but is it a real threat? Should you be concerned about global warming? In order to answer these questions you need to take a look at all the information that’s been collected throughout the years. Global warming is caused by air pollution and carbon dioxide that collects in the atmosphere like a blanket covering the earth. The...

What is Global Warming?...

I have previously written a few posts on global warming and its effects on both the environment and the economy.  But, you may be wondering what the exact definition of global warming is.  I found a great explanation on the World Book at NASA website today (see resource at end of post).  Here is an excerpt from the page. Global warming is an increase in the average temperature of Earth’s surface. Since the late...

Possible Environmental Effects of Global Warming...

Whether you agree with the global warming theory or not, there are some major effects on the planet and its inhabitants that could stem from the phenomenon. Essentially, global warming is defined as the average temperature increase of the air near the Earth’s surface and the increase in ocean temperatures as measured since the mid 20th century. Its projected continuation also makes up the global warming equation. The...