In wet, cold Arctic tundras, plant life tends to absorb more atmospheric carbon than it releases in the form of methane. But the gradual warming of the global climate has dried the Arctic soils and transformed the ecosystems into net sources of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, says biologist Walter Oechel, the Institute's director, in the British journal Nature. That would be bad news for the global climate, but Oechel's team has found that parts of the Alaskan Arctic ecosystem have begun absorbing carbon once again. HOME Telecommuting is now being offered by more employers as a lure for top talent. A growing number also want to home-school, too.
Employers find they can accommodate workers with the telecommuting option, part or full time.
This apparently has been successful in attracting and retaining skilled employees. The graying of societies means countries may be less-willing to put precious youth in harm's way to further government policies. The Internet allows people to work and socialize in multiple countries, enhancing understanding. Rather than nation-states in perpetual conflict, look for a truly global society. The World Future Society has formed an Electronic Frontiers Committee to explore potential opportunities for new Internet-based ventures, services, and forums.