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 Mauna Loa Birthplace of Global CO2 Monitoring
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December 21, 2009
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A global network of carbon dioxide sampling sites was born decades ago at Mauna Loa in Hawaii.

Google's Goal: Digitize Every Book
Books
December 30, 2009
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In a new era of E-books, Internet giant Google is attempting to offer millions of books online. Spencer Michels looks at the controversial plan.

Alternative Fuels The Global Warming Debate
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Alternative FuelsPolar DiscoveriesSpace Storms
Alternative Fuels
January 28, 2009
Carmakers are looking to alternative fuels such as ethanol, natural gas and hydrogen to improve fuel economy, decrease greenhouse gas emissions and transition from foreign to domestically produced fuels. In this in-depth report, learn about the science and politics of alternative fuels, and explore how your car's fuel costs and emissions stack up to similar alternative fuel vehicles.
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