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Argonne's
Ask-A-Scientist program has over 400 questions and answers in their
environmental science archive.
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Answers some
of the most commonly asked questions about climate change, including
whether the Earth has warmed, which human activities are contributing to
climate change, what further climatic changes are expected to occur, and
what effects these changes may have on humans and the environment.
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The CSREES is
a program within the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, who's mission is to
advance knowledge for agriculture, the environment, human health and well
being, and communities. The site is loaded with research and education
information about all sorts of agriculture, environment and human health
related subjects, and includes contact information to CSREES staff
specialists who can answer questions or refer you to someone at state or
county level who possesses the information you need.
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Links to many
wind, solar, and geothermal energy resources as well as links to energy
efficiency tips.
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Statement of
The Honorable John Marburger, III; Director of the Office of Science and
Technology Policy before the Subcommittee on Science, Technology and
Space; Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee; United States
Senate; May 22, 2002 to discuss the President's Fiscal Year 2003 budget
request for research and development, including climate change research.
(17KB PDF file)
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Earthguide, an
educational website from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, focused
on earth, environmental, and oceanographic sciences, and global change.
The site is intended to be useful to K-12 teachers and students, as well
as the general public. The site includes stories that document research
expeditions by Scripps scientists, and makes available key diagrams, maps,
and images in earth and oceanographic sciences.
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The
Encyclopedia of the Atmospheric Environment is a one-stop source of
information for all ages on a range of atmospheric issues, including
weather, climate, air pollution, acid rain, global warming and ozone
depletion.
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An
introduction to the ozone layer, the science of stratospheric ozone
depletion, UV radiation and sun safety tips.
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EETAP is the
national training program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's
(EPA) Office of Environmental Education. EETAP's overall mission is to
coordinate and deliver training and support services to advance education
and environmental literacy in the United States.
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The Grant
Program sponsored by EPA's Office of Environmental Education supports
environmental education projects that enhance the public's awareness,
knowledge, and skills to make informed decisions that affect environmental
quality. Information on how to apply for funding, tips for developing
successful applications, and a list of past recipients are available.
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The
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides an excellent overview of
the problem of global warming. The science of climate change is presented
along with the potential impacts of global warming as well as strategies
to adapt to, or mitigate, those potential impacts.
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A
comprehensive and well-organized introduction to climate, climate change
and global warming. Includes games and links to other resources.
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Provides
information on the history and production of coal, oil, and gas use, and
how those fuels may be used in the future.
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Learn all
about global environmental change. The GCMD's (Global Change Master
Directory) Learning Center has questions and answers about global change
as well as annotated links categorized by age group and subject matter.
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A publication
prepared by researchers in the Department of Engineering and Public Policy
at Carnegie Mellon University to explain the issue of global warming and
climate change to a general audience. Issues addressed include: The
science of global warming; the potential impacts of climate change, and
the range of policy responses to the threat of climate change.
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This is the
web version of a traveling exhibition developed by the Smithsonian
Institution's National Museum of Natural History and Environmental
Defense. The online exhibit covers topics, such as: Global Warming Is
Happening; Global Warming Is a Problem; and You Can Help.
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The specific
goals of the Environmental Stewardship program include: understanding
ecological concepts, building an awareness of environmental issues and
values, developing scientific investigatory and critical thinking skills,
and learning skills needed for effective action. In general, these goals
foster leadership skills that allow youth to work as full partners with
others to develop creative, community-based solutions to difficult
environmental challenges.
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Explore how
Antarctica's ice has preserved the past -- from Chernobyl to the Little
Ice Age -- going back hundreds of thousands of years, and then see how the
world's coastlines would recede if some or all of this ice were to melt.
Also check out scores of astonishing facts about the White Continent, and
what it's like to live and work there.
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The Ocean
Explorer allows you to go along with NOAA scientists as they discover new
ocean regions, investigate unknown ocean ecosystems, and discover new
forms of ocean life.
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This site was
developed by NOAA's Paleoclimate Program to help educate, inform and
highlight the importance of paleoclimate research; as well as to show how
paleoclimate research relates to global warming and other important issues
regarding climate variability and change.
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This module is
designed for anyone interested in the subject of polar meteorology. Topics
include polar climates, climate change, and vessel icing.
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This program
includes exciting new environmental research, educational materials for
classroom and home use, and training opportunities for teachers.
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A group of
scientists from around the country directed by the Institute for
Quaternary and Climate Studies and the University of Maine have embarked
on a four year expedition to better understand how humans have affected
Antarctica's environment and what the lasting effects on the world might
be. Through their website, you can learn more about Antarctica's
environment and the research conducted there.
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Dr. Mahoney,
Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere, presented
testimony about the Administration's scientific research program on global
change and climate change. He stated that the status of the entire earth
system, including the potential impacts of climate and ecosystem
variability (regardless of its origin), is a capstone issue for our
generation and will continue to be so for our children. The Administration
fully embraces the need to provide the best possible scientific basis for
understanding the complex interactions that determine the constantly
changing nature of our earth's life systems. Moreover, the Administration
is committed to making full use of our best scientific information to
determine optimal investments and actions on the global, national and
regional scales to mitigate adverse anthropogenic changes, and to adapt to
unavoidable natural changes.
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