
Global Warming and Climate Change
The global warming debate is mired in conflicting opinions and scientific data, leaving the public awash in confusion and struggling to piece together information gleaned from television, the Internet and politicians. This Web guide untangles global warming and climate change, providing a basic introduction to the topic, before delving into more advanced scientific research, news and analysis.
Introduction to Global Warming and Climate Change
An introduction to global warming and climate change can help you understand the greenhouse effect, discover what causes the earth to warm and learn about climate change throughout history.
Top Sites for an Introduction to Global Warming and Climate Change
Marian Koshland Science Museum of the National Academy of Sciences has an illustrated guide to global warming that covers the greenhouse effect and carbon cycle, and their impacts and changes.
Pew Center on Global Climate Change has several reports covering the basics of global warming and climate change, with scientific evidence and tools for local and global response.
Encyclopedia Britannica covers long-term and abrupt climate changes throughout history, showing alterations since the advent of humans and through geologic time.
The History Channel explains what global warming is and describes its impact. See the global warming timeline for major climatic events and legislative landmarks.
The Science of Global Warming and Climate Change
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Global Warming and Climate Change in the Media
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