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Black carbon is a much larger cause of climate change than previously assessed; about twice previous estimates, and 2/3 the effect of CO2

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the distribution of black carbon in the atmosphere and determine its role in the climate system. Black carbon (BC) is the second largest man-made contributor to global warming and its influence on climate has been greatly underestimated, according to the first quantitative and comprehensive analysis of this pollutant’s climate impact.

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NASA GISS Study Finds That Methane Has an Elevated Warming Effect Due to Interactions With Aerosols

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Despite their limitations, GWPs are widely used for comparison among long-lived gases, forming the basis for worldwide political agreements on climate and carbon trading. It’s a seemingly minor change, but it makes a difference to the climate. —Drew Shindell. More methane means less hydroxyl, less sulfate, and more warming.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

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Denmark did that with Wind Power and now most of their energy comes from wind rather than oil, natural gas, or coal. Yes GM will lose $ on the Volt, just like the first Insights or Priuss, but unlike Toyota or Honda, they just cant afford to wait for it to catch on and become profitable. Its a damn shame.

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