The Big Thaw

It’s official! The Arctic is melting. Temperatures are rising at twice the average global rate and this means extinction for polar bears and seals and a major “life change” for the indigenous people of the far north. But wait, it’s not all bad news, Reuters Environment Correspondent, Alister Doyle, sees the brighter side in this article titled “Arctic Thaw May Open Ship Lanes, But Risks High”. Thanks Alister I’m so happy we will be able to further erode the ice caps with increased shipping. So what is the Bush administration doing about global warming? “President George Bush pulled the US out of the Kyoto protocol in 2001, saying curbs on emissions were too costly, and unfairly excluded developing nations. The White House would not comment on Monday's findings but will await the full report next year.” I wonder what they will say next year…..