Germany Facing Power Blackouts | The Global Warming Policy Foundation

Germany could be struck by power blackouts this winter as the country struggles with a shift to renewable energy the economy minister has warned. Another hard winter coupled with little sunshine and wind, thus making wind and solar power redundant, could lead to blackouts.

German Voters May Kill Green Energy Transition | The Global Warming Policy Foundation

Germany’s switch to renewable energies is driving up electricity bills across the country, with a green technology surcharge set to rise by nearly 50 percent next year. With frustration over the high price tag, it promises to become a key issue in next year’s election campaign. Voters may start to withdraw their support for the green energy transition.

UK Government May Review Flawed Stern Review | The Global Warming Policy Foundation

House of Lords, 15 October 2012

Lord Naseby: My Lords, if we are to continue with the aim of trying to achieve self-sufficiency, has not the time come to have another look at the Stern review, not because there is anything wrong with renewables but because the cost platform has so escalated in that area that it is highly questionable that we can now afford the proposals in that review?

Antarctic climate facing 'rapid' changes: Nick Gales, scientist

The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) told a Senate estimates hearing today "rapid changes" taking place across the icy land mass would have significant impact on global climate.

Changes in ocean flows and shifts in Antarctic ice cap levels were occurring at rates faster than at any other time in history, chief scientist Nick Gales said.