Global warming on Mars – without SUVs!
Planet experiencing increased temperatures despite lack of humankind

environment, global warming, science, greenhouse

December 10, 2003

Though not subject to pollutants of human habitation, Mars appears to be undergoing global warming, with new data suggesting the planet is possibly emerging from an ice age.

According to a report in Space.com, NASA's Mars Odyssey orbiter has spotted seasonal changes, such as the advance and retreat of polar ice, but it also is gathering information pointing to long-term trends.