Accelerated melting of two fast-moving outlet glaciers that drain Antarctic ice into the Amundsen Sea Embayment is likely the result, in part, of an increase in sea-surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific Ocean, according to new University of Washington research.
BONN, Germany-The challenges ahead as Afghanistan seeks to consolidate peace and development are large but the international community will not be deterred in its support for the country’s efforts,Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon pledged yesterday at an international conference in Bonn.
Global carbon dioxide emissions from burning fossil fuels have surged to record levels following the 2008-09 global financial crisis, when a stagnant economy resulted in a temporary decline in emissions.
BONN, Germany-Today, dozens of nations as well as other organizations met at the former Parliament of West Germany to plan the future of Afghanistan after the scheduled withdrawal of troops there in 2014. The conference was hosted by the Afghan government, but took place in Europe.