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Dr James Hansen Receives Edinburgh Medal
American Climate scientist Dr James Hansen used the Edinburgh Medal address last night to call for help in making people understand the gravity of the situation surrounding the issues of climate change.
By Frances Sutton on Wed 11 April 2012
The Future's Bright at Ocean Terminal
Edinburgh International Science Festival comes to Ocean Terminal this Easter with a series of drop in activities and workshops for all the family. From making and testing a wind turbine to riding a bicycle simulator, there are lots of environmentally friendly things to get involved with.
By Frances Sutton on Fri 06 April 2012
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The Future of our Children
The recipient of the 24th Edinburgh Medal was announced today as Dr James Hansen, the American climate scientist who is a member of the National Academy of Sciences, an adjunct professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Columbia University and at Columbia’s Earth Institute.
By Frances Sutton on Wed 28 March 2012
Earth and Environment
It’s the UN International year of Sustainable Energy for All.
Energy, earth, environment and climate are never far from the headlines – or from our minds. The Science Festival tackles the big issues head on with a timely and fresh look at some of the most important and topical issues.
By Emma Pirie on Thu 01 March 2012