February 28, 2011
by The Collaborative Institute for Oceans, Climate and Security (CIOCS)
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Recently, UN Executive Secretary Christiana Figueres linked current unrest in areas like the Middle East and North Africa to the effects of climate change, such as drought, short water supplies and decreased crop yields. Ms. Figueres stated, “It is alarming … Continue reading
February 9, 2011
by The Collaborative Institute for Oceans, Climate and Security (CIOCS)
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Recently, we’ve been hearing more about how recent extreme weather can contribute to a global food crisis. While it’s difficult to attribute any one major weather event to climate change, Paul Krugman reminds us that it’s necessary to examine the … Continue reading
November 10, 2010
by The Collaborative Institute for Oceans, Climate and Security (CIOCS)
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With the recent elections, Congress appears poised for an even further shift away from climate change legislation. Republican strategist Karl Rove, for one, is rejoicing that "climate is gone," in favor of profit-seeking practices that jeopardize health and security. However, … Continue reading