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In celebration of Earth day, we take a look at some environmental issues. Darren explains the basics of climate change, Xander covers the plastic bags debate, and Adam takes a second look at the ozone layer.

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Show Notes:

Climate Change
Climate Change Definitions 
Greenhouse effect 
IPCC report 
SciAm Climate change report 
Scientific Consensus
Books – Climate Wars - Book Review
The Weather Makers- Book Review
Venus and the Greenhouse Effect

Plastic Bags
Salon.com Article Arguing to Ban Plastic Bags
Wikipedia Article on Plastic Bags
Gasoline Consumption Figures --
Petroleum Consumption Figures --
Great Pacific Garbage Patch --
Sea Turtles

Ozone Depletion
EPA Ozone Facts