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Climategate refers to release/leak/stealing of emails, data and programs related to research into global warming by UEA's Climate Research Unit (CRU); that occurred in 2009 before the Copenhagen Climate Conference (and was therefore probably contributory to its failure). The information obtained was made publicly available for all to see and read through.
It indicates that there good reason to conclude:
- Problems with data retention and archiving;
- Weakly documented data processing both in terms of process and actions undertaken.
- A 'closed ranks' mindset to external criticism and freedom of information
- Close interdependent relationships between a small set of international researchers leading to peer review and career advancement support occurring within the group.
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EcoWho Articles where 'carbon credit' used:- Carbon Offsets, what they are and how they help
Carbon offsets can help with reducing overall carbon emissions by possibly balancing out the carbon impact on the environment. This article goes into more detail on the subject.
- WWF's Amazon carbon trading cash cow
It appears the World Wildlife Fund could be on its way to securing up to $60 billion in carbon credits from 'saving' the Amazon - more like 'cashing in' on the Amazon if you ask me.. - Costs overruns for school buildings
It appears that the Australian school building program is having its fair share of 'cost overruns'..
- Is Al Gore the Latter Day Pardoner?
Carbon Credits Are Modern Indulgences. Guest post by Dr. Tim Ball Geoffrey Chaucer (c.1342 – 1400) is among the giants of English literature, recognized for his perceptive and realistic stories about human nature. Like Shakespeare, his characters... - Global carbon market expected to crash, already loses half of its value since 2011, from $18 to less than $10 in 2012
Global Carbon Market Hits $176 Billion in 2011 By Jo Nova Global Carbon Market trading climbed to $176 billion in 2011 according to the The World Bank, which has just released it’s annual State and Trends of The Carbon Market … Continue reading... - Corruption in the carbon trading market
Corruption and crime already taking place in the carbon market Opinion piece by Julie Bishop, Deputy Leader of the Opposition (Australia) 20th July 2011 Carbon offsets have already run out of credit “…..It is alarming that the Prime Minister has …... - Countdown to flatline: world carbon trading market falls for first time – World Bank reports rumblings of possible failure
I wonder how long before flatlining occurs, like last year with the Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX): Even the Guardian is covering this “failure” of carbon markets...
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