Global Warming And The Future Of The Earth...

There are many theories on how global warming will affect the future of the earth. When you gather information on the subject, you’ll find many different opinions and time frames as to what and when things are expected to happen. Therefore, it’s a little difficult to know exactly what major changes will take place. Scientists don’t agree on how fast the earth is heating up, the direct cause of global...

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 sun’s...

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 Economic Effects of Global Warming...

In a previous post I discussed the environmental effects associated with global warming. Today I would like to focus on the economic effects. While no one can predict the actual effects global warming will have, we can and should take a hard look at the possibilities. A report on the potential economic effects of global warming that has been widely circulated is the Stern Review released in 2006 by Lord Stern for the British...