http://executiveorder.chesapeakebay.net/

The draft strategy contains a package of federal initiatives to restore clean water, protect fish and wildlife, and adapt to the impacts of climate change for the Chesapeake Bay. Cites deadline for cleanup and restoration of Bay as 2025. Offers links to executive summary and full document. Open for public comment from November 9th through January 8, 2010. Final strategy to be published in May 2010. From the Environmental Protection Agency Chesapeake Bay Program Office.

http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/R40813_20090917.pdf

Methane is the second most abundant of the greenhouse gases, accounting for about 8% of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions in 2007. This report discusses methane gas capture projects as reduction opportunities. Also discusses legislative alternatives for promoting methane capture and current federal programs that support methane recovery. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org.

http://www.arctic.noaa.gov/reportcard/ArcticReportCard_full_report.pdf

Provides latest information on the effects of global warming on the air, land, sea, and biology of the Arctic region. From the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

http://www.parliament.uk/documents/upload/postpn344.pdf

Looks at the reasons why deforestation occurs and the impact it has on the environment. Also examines policies that might reduce the pace of deforestation. From the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology.

http://www.hrpdcva.gov/Documents/Quarterly_Newsletters/2010/REVIEW_Fall_09.pdf#page=13

Brief article on research by staff of the Hampton Roads Plan District Commission on the impacts of climate change on the Hampton Roads area. The study focuses on such issues as sea level rise, changes in precipitation, and vulnerability to storm damage and flooding. From the Hampton Roads Review, Fall 2009.

http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d10113.pdf

Reviews actions federal, state, local, and international authorities are taking to adapt to a changing climate, challenges that federal, state, and local officials face in their efforts to adapt, and actions that Congress and federal agencies could take to help with these actions. From the Government Accountability Office

http://www.parliament.uk/documents/upload/postpn343.pdf

The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is acidifying the oceans. This report summarizes the science behind ocean acidification and the threats to the marine environment. From the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology.

http://www.parliament.uk/documents/upload/postpn342.pdf

Predicted sea level rise and higher storm surges will increase the risk of coastal erosion and flooding. This report examines past and present coastal management policy and the main issues arising for the future English coastline. From the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology.

http://www.whitehouse.gov/assets/documents/2009fedleader_eo_rel.pdf

Executive order which establishes goals for federal agencies to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions among other environmental and sustainability goals. From the White House.

http://www.parliament.uk/documents/upload/postpn341.pdf

Explores the already observed and future expected impacts of climate change on biological diversity. It also examines the relationship between biodiversity and adaptation to a changing climate. From the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology

http://www.eia.doe.gov/emeu/steo/pub/special/pdf/2009_sp_06.pdf

Projects that carbon dioxide emissions in 2009 will be 5.9% below the 2008 level. Attributes some of the decline to producer decisions to switch from coal to natural gas for the generation of electricity. From the Energy Information Administration