Environment - May 2007

My science teacher made us watch it in school today. I do not like Al Gore as a politician nor as a "global activist", and I especially didn't like the clips of the 2000 presidential election (what does THAT even have to do with global warming? Please tell me!). The Simpsons-esque cartoon was entertaining, but other than that I would have preferred not to watch it. To anyone who has seen An Inconvenient Truth, what did you think of it?

2007-05-14 10:21:37 · 23 answers · asked by juliEmAnia 4 in Global Warming

What are some possible changes? (if any)

2007-05-14 10:18:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Global Warming

Since it has been proven that our brains react to different colors or the lack thereof, wouldn't only using CFL's be harmful?

2007-05-14 09:48:09 · 8 answers · asked by Deus Luminarium 5 in Global Warming

Why are they making such a big deal out of this so called Global Warming? Why now? Is this just another money grab and completely B.S.?

2007-05-14 09:31:02 · 27 answers · asked by dca2003311@yahoo.com 7 in Global Warming

When Yahoo! sends each person a free CFL bulb, do you think it emits more carbon from transportation then it saves when it is installed?

Something tells me that's a big yes.

2007-05-14 09:16:40 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Conservation

2007-05-14 09:10:13 · 3991 answers · asked by Anonymous in Green Living

2007-05-14 09:04:57 · 5757 answers · asked by Anonymous in Green Living

2007-05-14 09:04:46 · 12 answers · asked by Gretch 3 in Global Warming

Someone please explain to me how is the melting of the polar ice caps going to raise the sea level?

I can't really believe all this hype about the sea level rising 60ft. First off there is not that much ice in the polar regions on this planet and secondly, Ice is less dense than water, and occupied more space than water. So if the ice caps melted, then the sea level should actually lower. Do you see where I'm going with this.

Here's a fun activity you can try at home. Get a glass of water and fill it up with water, and ice. Mark the tip top point of where the ice has reached on the glass, and then let all the ice melt. Chances are the level of water didn't do anything.

You're probably going to say something about, it doesn't change much on a small scale. Well I'm saying it's not going to change much on a large scale. But if someone can explain how the water will raise over 25 feet please explain.

2007-05-14 09:03:35 · 16 answers · asked by danielsonrg 2 in Global Warming

Mercury is one of the most toxic substances known to man. Flourescent light fixtures are made with mercury. It seems like just trading one problem for another. Disposal of flourescent lights would surely mean mercury would seep into the ground water.

2007-05-14 08:07:38 · 9 answers · asked by dik 3 in Other - Environment

I am considering replacing our petrol based, internal combustion engine Ford Escape with a Ford Escape Hybrid. If you had the opportunity to go back in time, would you still buy the Hybrid Escape? Why/Why not?

2007-05-14 07:56:36 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

I've heard that increasing use of ethanol, which is made from corn, is driving up corn prices, which is driving up the prices of staple foods like tortillas in Mexico and other countries. Is this true? Are the economics of ethanol really sound?

2007-05-14 07:50:10 · 12 answers · asked by Steven D 5 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

1 - World Sea Levels have not risen in the last 100 years.
2 - Congress refused to act on the looney tune Al Gores Wet Dream Fantasy he Calls Global Warming. Actually Al Gore suffers from Global Intoxication - Al is allergic to the Truth.
3 - The Earth's Atmosphere contains 78% Nitrogen, 21% Oxygen and 1% Carbon Dioxide. This balance has not changed for thousands of years. Therefore, the Carbon Footprint is a joke and if you believe this non sense, then you have just been had by Al Gore. You IDIOTS!
4 - Since Trees and Plants breath in Carbon Dioxide, this gas compound is essential to all life on Earth.
5 - Al Gore has also stated that he invented the internet. Another Lie from being Globally Intoxicated. However, his Democrat Buddy Bill Clinton, did indeed invent Phone SEX!

2007-05-14 07:17:32 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Global Warming

Because hydrogen is very flamable. And if there not then why don't they have cars running on it? Please give me some details!

2007-05-14 06:50:38 · 17 answers · asked by A DOG 2 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

2007-05-14 06:03:43 · 21 answers · asked by Eric T 1 in Global Warming

Every 24 hours, rainforest is cut down at such rate that the amount of CO2 released is more than what 8 million people would produce flying from London to New York.

So why, instead of banging on about 'carbon footprints' and 4x4's are envioronmentalists not putting their full weight behind campaigns to conserve and protect the 'lungs of the world'?

Considering that we all need the rainforest to survive, why aren't rich nations buying it up and stopping the logging? The people in these countries need to be better off leaving the forest as it is.

2007-05-14 06:01:49 · 8 answers · asked by Heralda 5 in Other - Environment

Currently, Brazil has Alcohol/Methanol fuels at every gas station. (Required by the government) The price per gallon is half of what a gallon of gasoline costs. I saw a rent a car that is capable of taking Alcohol/Methanol or gasoline. I these alternative cars are not that much more to produce. Why doesnt the US have this alternative fuel, Alcohol/Methanol at gas stations? Why isnt the United States going for Alcohol/Methanol fuels?

2007-05-14 05:59:04 · 6 answers · asked by Hiro M 2 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

2007-05-14 05:26:19 · 9 answers · asked by Stan S 1 in Other - Environment

2007-05-14 04:47:07 · 5 answers · asked by pnoiz1 2 in Other - Environment

I've heard rumors that the process used to create the batteries found in hybrid vehicles actually emit more pollution than the actual vehicles themselves will ever emit over their entire lifetime on the road. This makes me wonder just how "environmentally friendly" these hybrids really are by the time they get on the road. Perhaps we are only saving our wallets vs. the environment...if the rumor is true. Your thoughts??

2007-05-14 04:23:00 · 8 answers · asked by Chewie88 1 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

I have a new energy efficient air condition with a top of the line air cleaner, even though it's suppose to be the most environmentally friend AC unit now, what can I do to help keep my energy cost down and keep my house cool enough?

I also have to have 1 window unit for my second story due to the structure of my house, and the current temperature is at 74 degrees for the AC.

Not only do I want to help the environment, but also saving money is always nice.

2007-05-14 04:21:47 · 7 answers · asked by Juleette 6 in Other - Environment

I see a lot of information - makes sense to me, but is it just a lot of snake oil in a different package. I plan to experiment, but value others' advice and observations.

2007-05-14 04:13:41 · 13 answers · asked by Albert G 1 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

2007-05-14 04:13:14 · 9 answers · asked by Dany 2 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

It seems to me that there are farmers all around the world who could benefit from having thier own stills to produce ethanol for thier trucks and tractors/machinery.

2007-05-14 03:34:27 · 14 answers · asked by mybiggavel 2 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

I know that hybrids are regular gasoline and electric engine vehicles... but when I get gas can I also benefit from using E-85 gas?

2007-05-14 03:05:47 · 5 answers · asked by phdamy 2 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

2007-05-14 02:55:12 · 14 answers · asked by dadunkadunk69 1 in Alternative Fuel Vehicles

Or do you know any thing else about sharks

2007-05-14 01:49:11 · 13 answers · asked by MINI M 1 in Conservation

Or would you just say "Oh well, it's going to hit us anyway, so why bother"? Ok. We all know that the Earth's temperature is rising and is going to cause lots of disasters. So, REGARDLESS of whether this is caused by humans or is just occuring naturally, do you want to at least TRY to do something about it, or just say "Why bother, it's going to happen anyway"?

2007-05-14 01:39:44 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Global Warming

2007-05-14 01:29:59 · 2 answers · asked by koffe29 1 in Green Living

2007-05-14 01:18:59 · 7 answers · asked by jack_scar_action_hero 3 in Global Warming