Articles about atmospheric gases

Argentina: How to Benefit from Vast Reserves of Oil and Natural Gas – Without Damaging the Environment

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Tony Simeone

The opening paragraph from this Inter Press Service (IPS) article presents the challenge to yet another country that has accessible fossil fuel reserves. “BUENOS AIRES, May 15, 2012 (Tierramérica) – Vast reserves of natural gas and oil trapped underground, whose … Continue reading →

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The Surui, GPS Technology, REDD and Preserving Amazonian Rainforest

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Tony Simeone

Thanks to Ken H for forwarding this article. Maybe this is an example of an evolving “organic” way to preserve Amazonian rainforest. Imagine. Google is providing GPS capability to Amerindians deep in the rainforests of Surinam, Brazil and Columbia. How … Continue reading →

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Peat Bogs: One of Nature’s Important Carbon Sinks

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Tony Simeone

I am pretty sure I have never seen a peat bog. If I had, I certainly didn’t realize what it was. A recent article from the Guardian puts peat in a much clearer perspective. Peat is an excellent way to … Continue reading →

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