Record Heat Threatens Greenland’s Ice Sheet
A majority of Greenland's ice sheet is experiencing above-freezing temperatures this week, which could cause record melting and raise global sea levels.
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Are We Headed Toward the Worst-Case Climate Change Scenario?
A series of recent studies and reports suggest that, without immediate and drastic action, the worst-case climate scenario will become the rule rather than the exception.
How Climate Change Is Affecting Glaciers Around the World
NASA satellites are offering new insights into how glaciers in Antarctica and Asia are responding to warmer temperatures.
Have We Been Wrong in Our Understanding of Ice Streams?
A new study of the ancient Laurentide Ice Sheet suggests that Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets may not accelerate as quickly as previously thought.
Global Warming: the Archaeological Frontier
Melting glaciers yield evidence on new theories of Asian migration to the Americas. Underwater robots search the sea bottom, looking for more.
Long Nights and Thin Ice: A Penguin’s Tale
A conversation with penguin expert Grant Ballard on the short-term wins and long-term losses facing one of the world's most charismatic animals.
Ice Capades At the Ends of the Earth
A mile-and-a-half-long ice cube tells a story about Earth's climate.
Measuring the Melting Arctic Sea Ice
A new satellite will measure to the centimeter just how far gone, or going, the Arctic ice cap really is.
There’s No Negotiating With Nature
Two new studies show that the effects of changing climate are with us regardless of where governments or public opinion stand.
Saving Fuel But Melting Ice Faster
Sailing from the Atlantic to the Orient across the roof of the world has been the dream of Arctic explorers and world traders for centuries. It saves fuel, too, so what's not to like? Well ...