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Reviews of articles by: Damian Carrington
ARTICLE REVIEWS
Guardian story on climate impacts of diet gets mixed reviews from scientists
in The Guardian, by Damian Carrington
“The word “Avoiding” in title and text is overly strong and should have been “Reducing”. Adopting a vegan diet is not necessary, but a reduction to having meat 1-2 times a week and dairy 3-4 times a week would suffice. In fact, flexitarian diets utilize natural resources much more efficiently than vegan diets[1]. In the article, Peter Alexander is quoted saying something to the same effect.”
— 23 Jan 2019
Guardian story accurately describes study on environmental impacts of our food system
in The Guardian, by Damian Carrington
“Although the presented facts are clear, the scientists give a personal interpretation of the priorities and needed policies, which are not covered in the source. The data give added value, but are in line with earlier studies.”
— 17 Oct 2018
Analysis of “Record-breaking climate change pushes world into ‘uncharted territory’”
in The Guardian, by Damian Carrington
“The article clearly and concisely documents some of 2016’s climate extremes and puts them in the context of the warming trend.”
— 22 Mar 2017
Analysis of “Arctic ice melt ‘already affecting weather patterns where you live right now'”
in The Guardian, by Damian Carrington
“The article nicely introduces some of the emerging science linking Arctic climate change to extreme weather at lower latitudes. There are no major inaccuracies and the author has sought expert comment form several prominent scientists. However, the article fails to fully capture the large uncertainty about how Arctic warming may influence weather in places further south and how big this effect might be.”
— 21 Dec 2016
Analysis of “Greenland’s huge annual ice loss is even worse than thought”
in The Guardian, by Damian Carrington
“I find the headline accurate and supported by the article. The article explains the novelty and impact of the research accurately for the general readership and in particular the context provided from the scientists works really well in this regard.”
— 26 Sep 2016
CLAIM REVIEWS
Claim that Arctic warming is already influencing mid-latitude weather correct but still under investigation
SOURCE: Damian Carrington, The Guardian
Published: 21 Dec 2016
