Sallie Mae and Our Environment

Over the weekend I read an article about the college loan fund Sallie Mae. The article told the story of a father and son. The son wanted to be a Marine, so Dad said ok, but go to college first. He went to college, double majored in engineering, graduated and enlisted to join the Marines. [...]

Abrupt Climate Change

From a USGS Press Release:
The United States faces the potential for abrupt climate change in the 21st century that could pose clear risks to society in terms of our ability to adapt.
“Abrupt” changes can occur over decades or less, persist for decades more, and cause substantial disruptions to human and natural systems.
A new report, based [...]