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TRACKING PLANET EARTH
It's more important than ever to be aware of what's happening to our world. Explore the Earth and discover how everything from sea surface temperatures to aerosols impact the changing planet. And, stay on top of Earth News and researchers in the field with our regular features and blogs.

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IOWA UNDERWATER
The Great Ape Trust of Iowa was not spared in the recent U.S. midwest floods. See the submerged research center campus.

EARTH SPEAK GLOSSARY
Get in-depth explanations on everything from Acid Rain to Wind Power, so you can talk Earth like the experts.

VLOG: EARTH CAUGHT ON TAPE
What are you waiting for? See what's happening to our planet with your own eyes.

THE OZONE HOLE
The ozone hole is not technically a “hole" ... well, what is it then? Listen to an interview Dr. Paul A. Newman, atmospheric physicist at Goddard Space Flight Center.

GREENLAND IS MELTING
Waleed Abdalati, head of NASA's Cryospheric Sciences Branch, explains how Greenland came to be and what would happen if it were to disappear.

JAKOBSHAVN GLACIER
Since measurements of the glacier first began in 1850, it has been receding. The melt has now doubled in speed. Get the latest on the recession.

WHAT'S THE DEAL OVER MELTING ICE?
How does melting ice at the poles affect our planet? Here's why you should care.

ICE MELT: HOW BAD IS IT?
In 2007, Arctic summer sea ice reached its lowest extent on record - nearly 25 percent less than the previous low set in 2005.

BLOG: Osprey Reef Sharks in 3-D
For Shark Week 2008, scientists are on a mission to track the disappearance of Australia's iconic sharks. Writer Wendee Holtcamp and photographer Cat Gennaro track their expedition.

BLOG: Antarctica
* Meet Dr. Robert Bindschadler.
* Read his blog.

BLOG: Antarctica
* Meet Dr. David Hutchins.
* Read his blog.
BLOG: Mammals in Nova Scotia
Earthwatch scientists monitor mammal populations to determine the potential impacts of environmental and climate change. Follow the blog.

SAVING THE MOUNTAIN GORILLA
Catch up with the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and their efforts to study and to save the mountain gorilla.

BLOG: Grevy's Zebra in Kenya
Earthwatch is in the field in Samburu, Kenya, working to save Grevy's zebra. Read the blog.

MORE EARTH NEWS
Return to the interactive planet or visit Discovery News for the latest on planet Earth.

KIVALINA CITY: Sliding into the Sea
A small town in Alaska faces losing ground, literally, because of warmer temperatures. Hear what city administrator Janet Mitchell has to say.

THE KATRINA FACTOR
Why was Katrina so devastating? What does this mean for future storms? Get answers from Dr. Remko Scharroo.

ONE TREE AT A TIME
How do you recreate a forest? Get answers from Dr. Benjamin Beck of the Great Ape Trust in an audio slide show.

MESSAGE BOARDS
Share your thoughts on the state of the planet on the message boards. Join the discussion.

PLANET GREEN
Living green has never been easier. Visit the Planet Green network for tips.

TREEHUGGER
Get everything you need to know on green solutions, news and products.

GLOBAL WARMING
Can we stop it? Here are a few things you can do.

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