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Not all scientists agree on human impact on climate.

Publication: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)
Publication Date: 29-JAN-06 		Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access
Full Article Title: Not all scientists agree on human impact on climate.(Environment)

Article Excerpt
Byline: The Register-Guard

Ocean currents, volcanic eruptions, changes in solar radiation and wobbles in the Earth's tilt as it rotates around the sun all play a role in the planet's climate.

And so do people. Most scientists agree that carbon dioxide is increasing in the atmosphere and contributing to global warming. Where agreement breaks down is the degree to which human activities such as burning fossil fuels and cutting down forests impact the climate system.

Most scientists think the human impact is significant. They can be found on the International Panel on Climate Change, at the National Academy of Sciences, at the U.S. Geophysical Survey and in the Environmental Protection Agency, as well as at universities and research facilities throughout the world.

However, a vocal cadre of scientists begs to differ with this consensus view....

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