Cold, Hard Facts

Upon analyzing one small ice-free area in Antarctica, Peter Doran and his fellow researchers found that between 1986 and 2000, it had actually cooled. In fact, during that same time period, it was noted that most of the continent underwent cooling rather then warming. This evidence, coupled with another study that showed Antarctic ice sheets are thickening, caused some to conclude incorrectly that global warming was debatable. Doran and his colleagues stand by their research, and express disappointment that global-warming skeptics misinterpret the research and continue to debate growing evidence that points to severe impending climate change. More weather stations and long-term data may eventually convince skeptics, but by then, it could be too late to take action. – YaleGlobal