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Brave New World

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:36:32 +0000

It is much more than a sign of the times when the president of the World Bank and former deputy secretary of state, Robert Zoellick, is publicly advocating disbanding the Group of Seven in favor of a "multilateral network".

Energy for the Future of Europe: The Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 22:39:45 +0000

Making the European energy system more sustainable and secure is one of the greatest challenges facing Europe. This feature provides detailed information into the new The Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan.

The Climate Concern and Opportunities for Sustainable Energy Production in Sub Saharan Africa

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:38:15 +0100

Global climate change is most likely to have a serious impact on Africa in the coming decades says the Swedish Minister for International Development while discussing how sustainable energy can transform West Africa.

Greening local authorities reaps recognition and financial rewards through major Awards scheme

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:11:08 +0100

Introducing the Ashden Awards for Sustainable Energy for Local Authorities.

The EU energy context

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 19:08:40 +0100

The challenges facing EU energy policy are quickly apparent when one looks, on the one hand, at future projections and, on the other, our climate objectives - says the EU Commissioner as he explores our energy future in Europe.

Where does Russia's sphere of influence end?

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 19:06:03 +0100

"In Russia, the optimists learn English; the pessimists learn Chinese and the realists learn to operate a Kalashnikov."

The Consumerization of Energy Changes the Balance of Power – IT’s Role in Managing Domestic Power Consumption

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 22:52:18 +0100

The power sector is the biggest contributor to carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, so many energy consumers are getting more active in reducing demand and managing energy by installing their own renewable generation.

Interview with Shyam Saran, Special Envoy of the Prime Minister of India on Climate Change

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 17:33:10 +0100

The Special Advisor to the Indian Prime Minister on climate change discusses Bali and Copenhagen, the opportunities and challenges for India in developing a successful low carbon economy.

Interview with Danilo Turk: President of Slovenia

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:35:01 +0100

The Slovenian President discusses the role the UN and the European Union can play in the modern world, especially in promoting human rights and alleviating crises such as present rise in food prices.

Large-scale biofuel production may increase marginalization of women

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:34:08 +0100

Rapid increases in the large-scale production of liquid biofuels in developing countries could exacerbate the marginalization of women in rural areas threatening their livelihoods. This is according to a report by FAO explains the author.