June 2016 – Ecoss

Illustration of permafrost releasing carbon dioxide

Carbon dioxide biggest player in thawing permafrost

When it comes to climate change, not all carbon is created equal. Among greenhouse gases, methane is 34 times more potent than carbon dioxide. In this recent study published in Nature Climate Change, Northern Arizona University assistant research professor and lead author of the study, Christina Schädel, analyzed carbon release Read more…

By Ecoss, 9 yearsJune 15, 2016 ago

Bogus Fire in the Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska. Matt Snyder/Associated Press

Alaska’s huge climate mystery — and its global consequences

This story in the Washington Post (June 3, 2016) provides details on a major and surprising new report from the U.S. Geological Survey. The document raises questions about what will be the true carbon consequences of Alaska’s ongoing warming. Ted Schuur, permafrost researcher at Ecoss says about the new study “It’s important to remember Read more…

By Ecoss, 9 yearsJune 3, 2016 ago