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Friday, February 8, 2008 - Page updated at 02:37 p.m. Take the challenge to fight global warming Scientists say the Earth is getting warmer and that humans are at least partly to blame. But each of us can be part of the solution. That's why we asked readers to join a monthlong challenge in May, 2007 to reduce their individual greenhouse gas emissions by at least 15 percent. Here's how to get started Calculate your household carbon emissions.			Seattle Times Special Reports and Investigations Miracle Machines: The 21st-Century Snake Oil The Times has found that thousands of these devices, many of them illegal or dangerous, are used in venues nationwide. The Favor Factory The Times examined relationships between those who benefit from earmarks and those who make campaign donations to lawmakers. Confronting Malaria A look at the Gates Foundation's billion-dollar initiative to eradicate malaria. Pike Place Market Seattle's Pike Place Market turns 100 this year. Your Courts, Their Secrets Sealed records hold secrets of potential dangers in our medicine cabinets; of molesters; of missteps by local agencies. License to Harm The state allows hundreds of doctors, counselors, and others to keep practicing despite their sexual misconduct. The Bering Sea The Bering Sea is seeing dramatic changes due to global warming. Olympic Sculpture Park An interactive guide to Seattle's new park.
Recent stories DEAN RUTZ / THE SEATTLE TIMES Climate Challenge: Can we change our lives to save the planet? Individual households are contributing to global warming — and they can help alleviate it, too. The Fraley family is searching for ways to do its part. They hope to drive less, pull some plugs, recycle better — and maybe shiver a bit. Listen to Seattle Times reporter Alex Fryer talk about this project and answer questions during Weekday on 94.9 KUOW. Sign up for the Climate Challenge newsletter and we'll keep you posted about expert Q&As, tips and quizzes throughout the month of May. What's your contribution to greenhouse gases? Calculate your emissions. Time for a carbon clean sweep! Here's how to reduce your emissions. Take the climate quiz! Each week of the challenge in May, we'll have a new quiz to test your climate knowledge. Quiz 1 \| Quiz 2 \| Quiz 3 \| Quiz 4 Now for some good news U.S. carbon-dioxide emissions dropped slightly last year, even though the economy grew, the Energy Information Administration said this month. The 1.3 percent estimated drop in carbon-dioxide emissions marks the first time the greenhouse gas in the U.S. has declined since 2001 and the first time since 1990 that it has gone down while the economy was thriving, The Washington Post reported. Carbon-dioxide emissions declined in both 2001 and 1991, in large part because of economic slowdowns during those years. The government said several factors helped reduce emissions last year, including weather conditions that reduced heating and air-conditioning use, higher gas prices that cut consumer demand at the pump, and a greater reliance on natural gas. Read the report: www.eia.doe.gov/oiaf/1605/flash/flash.html Want to learn more? Check out our tip page. More stories Simple steps reduce carbon footprints Fans of plug-in cars build their power base Electricity isn't only thing that gets them mooooving Seattle Electric Vehicle Association High score no source of pride \| Nicole Brodeur Climate change: Scientists say there is hope Q&A with U.S. Rep. Jay Inslee on how Congress is addressing global warming Take the global climate challenge EPA proposing limits on emissions from lawn mowers Ancient global warming traced to volcanoes Zero-energy" homes planned in Issaquah Wild ideas to combat global warming being seriously entertained Climate scientists surer than ever: Humans to blame "Climate Challenge" taps motivated readers \| Inside the Times More columns Global warming could impact climate, forests and snowpack Climate Impacts Group Scientists report rise in levels of carbon dioxide Scientists report rise in levels of carbon dioxide Global warming could impact climate, forests and snowpack Electricity bills from PSE could increase 13 percent Military leaders join chorus warning of climate change Global warming can be reduced, but at what cost? Military leaders join chorus warning of climate change	What you can do Household tips There are lots of things we can do — from baby steps to giant leaps — to shrink our carbon footprints. Click here for a printable format. What others are doing Blogs Sins of Emissions Hi, my name is Nicole and I am destroying the planet. Seattle Times columnist Nicole Brodeur chronicles her attempt to shrink her carbon footprint. Weathering Change The road to a really expensive ticket is paved with good eco-intentions. A family from Bothell, a TV host and a high-school sophomore take a shot at cutting greenhouse gas emissions. See how they're doing. Readers respond Feeling the heat? Talk about it Lower your utility bills U.S. Rep. Jay Inslee, D-Bainbridge Island, discussed how Congress is addressing global warming. The ethical implications of climate change How high would gas prices have to climb before you change your driving habits? Why? What's your favorite green tip for the home? Global warming Q&A (10/2005) Learn more Truth about global warming A world of evidence A graphic view of how greenhouse gases are changing the world around us and what is to come. Pollution's causes and effects The evidence: melting glaciers and disappearing islands. The Bering Sea Arctic out of balance Photo Gallery

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