The carbon dioxide lifetime concept should be banished

Article Abstract:

The lifetime concept approach is not applicable to carbon dioxide emissions because carbon dioxide gases have long term implications on the atmosphere-ocean interaction. A large part of the carbon dioxide emitted in the atmosphere eventually finds its way to a giant acid-base titration reaction in the ocean. The dissolved carbon dioxide combines with carbonate and borate ions to form bicarbonate ions and boric acid, which are necessary for establishing a new chemical equilibrium in the atmosphere-ocean biosphere.

Ocean-atmosphere interaction

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Avoiding a cop-out: moving towards systematic decision-making under the climate convention

Article Abstract:

The signing of the Kyoto Protocol agreement during the third meeting of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Dec 1997 marks an important step towards a global climate regime. The agreement includes the establishment of emission targets for both developed and developing countries. However, the rationale behind the implementation of specific emission targets seems to be inconsistent with the principles of the UNFCCC and is not feasible for economies in transition.

Laws, regulations and rules, International aspects, Air pollution control, Air pollution, Air quality management

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Measuring time in the greenhouse

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A timescale, when used carefully and appropriately, is the most efficient tool for understanding the long-term effects of carbon dioxide gas emissions on the atmosphere. Timescales provide general rules of thumb that are useful in formulating guidelines for the treatment of carbon dioxide and of other greenhouse gases. Unfortunately, timescales are often misused because scientists have not fully considered timescales for greenhouse gases.

Greenhouse gases, Greenhouse effect

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