[geo] Re: more clarity on the questions surrounding Arctic methane.

Andy, Thanks for posting this communication from Semiletov and Shakhova - they clearly urge caution when interpreting their findings: "We would first note that we have never stated that the reason for the currently observed methane emissions were due to recent climate change." "We have been work

[geo] More scientists weigh in on Arctic methane and climate risk.

December 28, 2011, *1:13 PM*More Views on Climate Risk and Arctic Methane By ANDREW C. REVKIN In trying to clarify what’s known, unknown and lear

Re: [geo] More scientists weigh in on Arctic methane and climate risk.

Dear Andy, As chair of the Arctic Methane Emergency Group [1], I would like to support what Gary has written and amplify the sense of urgency that he has conveyed. There have been two major factors that have been drawn to our attention this year: (1) the astonishing decline in sea ice volume, as