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The IPCC says that our number one weakness is that we do not understand fully the issue of solar variation.
Other issues include why the oceans have not seen the expected warming, why CO2 has not yet driven temperature (It follows it indicating that temperature drives CO2).
There is also the small issue of not fully understanding the contributions of man in terms of overall CO2. We do not yet understand fully how the oceans absorb CO2, or the actual amounts it is capable of absorbing.
We are unable to accurately determine how much of the Arctic is actually melting (we guess by sattelite photos) or how much the Antarctic is gaining in overall ice.
We honestly do not have a valid handle on pre 1950 levels of CO2 or what the true global concentration is currently. Over 90,000 observations made on levels of CO2 from the 1800's show levels of CO2 ranged in the 400 to 440 ppm range.
We are trying as hard as we can to learn the questions we need to ask and what those answers really are. Until then, the science is far less certain than the politics.
What else can I help you with?
What is the number of years of data needed to predict Global warming?
Scientists have been using the data over the last 250 years (since the start of the Industrial Revolution) to monitor the rise of Global Warming.
Which county's ratification of the Kyoto protocol to reduce global warming brought the treaty into effect?
The country that ratified the Kyoto Protocol to reduce global warming and brought the treaty into effect was Russia. Their ratification in 2004 was crucial as it surpassed the required percentage of global emissions needed for the treaty to enter into force.
Is global warming an imminent danger?
Yes, global warming is a significant threat to the planet. Its impacts are already being felt through rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and sea-level rise. Urgent action is needed to mitigate these effects and prevent further harm to the environment and humanity.
How does global warming cause tornadoes?
Global warming does not cause tornadoes. Tornadoes will happen with or without it. The argument that some use is that a warmer climate means that more energy is available for storms and thus more tornadoes. This is grossly oversimplified. A complex set of conditions are needed for tornado activity, especially significant activity. There are many variables. Raising average global temperatures will affect all of these variable in some way or another and will affect them differently in different regions in ways that are hard to predict. In all likelihood, global warming would result in an increase in tornado activity in some regions and a decrease in others.
What is the key issue of the global warming debate?
At a superficial level, there is much debate about whether global warming is real and, if so, whether it is caused by human activities. At the more fundamental level the key issue appears to be whether those who now hold power should make any economic adjustment in order to preserve the present world for future generations. A further, closely related key issue is that those who could suffer most from global warming and climate change are the future generations, and they are powerless to affect what we do now.
What is a sentence with bolster in it?
A sentence using bolster can be. I realized I needed to BOLSTER it with some substance aside from limp pasta.
What is the number of years of data needed to predict Global warming?
Scientists have been using the data over the last 250 years (since the start of the Industrial Revolution) to monitor the rise of Global Warming.
Where is global warming heading?
Hotter and upwards! Countries and governments around the world have been slow to react to global warming, beyond hoping that we won't reach an increase of 2° Celsius. Urgent action is needed soon.
Why good insulators of hot water containers can reduce global warming?
Insulators prevent heat loss, so less energy is needed to keep the water hot. As energy (electricity) mostly comes from burning fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas), which causes global warming, then any reduction slows global warming.
Which county's ratification of the Kyoto protocol to reduce global warming brought the treaty into effect?
The country that ratified the Kyoto Protocol to reduce global warming and brought the treaty into effect was Russia. Their ratification in 2004 was crucial as it surpassed the required percentage of global emissions needed for the treaty to enter into force.
What steps have been taken to reduce global warming?
World governments agree that placing a price on carbon emissions is the most effective step that can be taken to reduce global warming. Some progress has been made, but in many countries there is not the political will needed to contribute effectively to averting disaster.There has been a lot more progress at a local level, with individuals doing their bit to reduce global warming, by reducing their electricity consumption and motor vehicle usage.AnswerThe governments have signed a Kyoto agreement to help stop global warming.
Why do people have to think that global warming is real?
People are free to choose whether to believe that global warming is real, and no one says that they must believe the scientific evidence for global warming. However, those who wish to be informed would note that there is a strong scientific consensus that this is the case. Also, people who accept the reality that global warming is happening are the people who will be able to provide the leadership needed to solve the problem.
How many years before the earth gets destroyed from global warming?
The earth will never be destroyed by global warming. Life on earth might be destroyed, if we don't make serious efforts to stop global warming. Venus has temperatures of over 460C (860F) with an atmosphere full of carbon dioxide. The planet still exists, but there is no chance of life.
What warming is a serious environmental problem?
Global warming, caused by the increase in greenhouse gases like CO2 in the atmosphere, is a serious environmental problem. It leads to rising temperatures, changes in weather patterns, sea level rise, and threatening ecosystems and biodiversity. Immediate action is needed to reduce emissions and mitigate its impacts.
What percentage of Democrats are into global warming?
The concept of Global Warming being real or not is hardly a party issue. The concept has moved away from the science and moved into a very political arena. Both sides take a similar view on Global Warming. They ignore the science and claim that the debate is over. It almost seems like the Democrat party's stand on global warming is that global warming is caused by Republicans. If you want it colder vote for Democrats. If you want it warmer vote for Republicans. This, of course, is not their official position.
How might humans affect the planet?
we can harm the planet by pollution and by effecting global warming by using energy when not needed to be used.we can help by planting more trees
Are tornadoes decreasing due to global warming?
Currently scientists are uncertain as to how global warming would affect tornadoes. This is further complicated by a lack of complete, long-term tornado records. So far no substantial link has been discovered.
