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March 10, 2005

Forests and Climate Tightly Coupled

Atmospheric and terrestrial ecosystems are tightly coupled, largely mediated by water exchange. From such interactions emerge self-regulating systems that maintain the conditions conducive for life. This is Gaia.

Reuters AlertNet - Australian scientists prove less trees, less rain

Australian scientists have found that deforestation along the Amazon River in South America was reducing rainfall and causing climate change in the region.


Comments

David Suzuki's book: Good News For a Change contains tons of useful information about an "holistic" approach to how ecosystems work and how biodiversity affects pretty much everything alive and not in a region. I'd highly recommend it.