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Academy scientists take a closer look at the news and stories surrounding the hot topic of climate change.
September 21, 2014
Peter Roopnarine
Suzhou - Human-derived carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere hit an all time high in 2013, 36 billion tonnes.
May 22, 2014
Peter Roopnarine
Today the UN and other organizations recognize the critical importance and threats to biodiversity around the world.
November 25, 2013
Peter Roopnarine
I don't want to be too cynical about the outcome, but...
November 18, 2013
Peter Roopnarine
This is the fifth and final installment of my essay, Tipping the Biosphere.
November 8, 2013
Peter Roopnarine
This is the fourth installment of my essay, Tipping the Biosphere. Part II. Part III.
September 27, 2013
Peter Roopnarine
The IPCC's new summary report has been released: "Climate Change 2013. The Physical Science Basis"
September 21, 2013
Peter Roopnarine
A link to my full response to Erle Ellis' op-ed in the New York Times.
September 3, 2013
Peter Roopnarine
This is the third installment of my essay, Tipping the Biosphere. Part II.
August 5, 2013
Peter Roopnarine
This is the second installment of my essay, Tipping the Biosphere.
July 20, 2013
Peter Roopnarine
I recently published a chapter in a book, Meer!, edited by Dutch parliamentarian, Marianne Thieme.