No consensus on consensus | Climate Etc.

I completely agree with Oppenheimer’s assessment that at this point, a complete characterization of uncertainty is more important than consensus. While I understand the policy makers’ desire for a clear message from the scientists, at this point the consensus approach being used by the IPCC doesn’t seem to be up to challenge of an accurate portrayal of the complexities of the problem and the uncertainties.

Owner of Segway Dies in Slow Speed Accident : The Powers That Be

The multi-millionaire owner of the Segway company died in a freak accident yesterday when he rode one of the high-tech two-wheel machines off a cliff and into a river.

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Anyone who purchases a Segway PT in 2007 should visit www.segway.com/green to register for renewable energy credits to be purchased on their behalf.

“Our customers have already made one significant step in minimizing the greenhouse gas emissions they generate – they’ve bought a Segway PT – one of the most energy efficient, low-emitting transportation options available today,” said Jim Norrod, chief executive officer, Segway Inc. “With this program, Segway is helping our customers take the commitment to reduce global warming even further, by purchasing renewable energy credits that will replace the energy they use to charge their Segway PTs with renewable-source electricity.”