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November 20, 2008

Changing Climate In China?
By sallanFnd

Breaking with the past, Chinese delegates at a California climate conference did not call for the US to act first. Stay tuned

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November 19, 2008

Russian Nukes Head West
By sallanFnd

Russia will build Venezuela's first nuclear power plant. Going Hugo

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UK Is #1
By sallanFnd

The UK is the first nation to enact legislation that makes 80% GHG emissions cuts the law. Start here

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Wind Turbine Slowdown
By sallanFnd

GE's wind turbine business encounters delivery delays linked to financial slowdown, but 'strong growth' is expected with renewables requirements. Turn, turn

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November 18, 2008

Indonesia: Climate v Palm Oil
By sallanFnd

The boom in palm oil speeds up deforestation in Indonesia and the government retreats from its global warming goals. And the winner is...

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EU: No Cash To Capture Carbon
By sallanFnd

A $14 billion proposal to build twelve pilot coal fired power plants equipped with carbon capture-and-bury technology fails to win support in Europe. Why?

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UK: Expect Delays
By sallanFnd

Government lawyers warn that plans to build a generation of new nuclear power plants in the UK will meet legal challenges and delays. Questions raised about siting and investor reaction. Look ahead

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November 17, 2008

Plug Into Bolivia
By sallanFnd

Bolivia has half the world's lithium reserves and that could be the key to a world of plug-in cars. Learn more

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Bicycles Built For You
By sallanFnd

Bike business up, auto industry not. Gear up

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Media Mogul Warm To Carbon Disclosure
By sallanFnd

The Chair of the News Corporation calls for mandatory corporate carbon disclosure and emissions controls. Deadline 2010

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November 14, 2008

Airborne Costs For Offshore Wind
By sallanFnd

Skyrocketing costs cast doubt on new UK offshore wind power plans. Plug in

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EU Seeks Energy Independence
By sallanFnd

Along with developing access to Central Asian natural gas, the EU's strategic energy plan includes energy efficient buildings and more renewable power. End run Russia?

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November 12, 2008

Flex Those Brains
By sallanFnd

The Financial Times is sponsoring a competition for the best ideas about how to combat climate change. Find out more

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Japan: Took It Higher
By sallanFnd

Japan's GHG emissions rise to a record high. Closure of a nuclear power blamed. Now what?

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India: What's Small Is Big
By sallanFnd

The PV revolution pays off for an Indian fisherman. Learn more

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Silver Linings
By sallanFnd

Global companies can gain a competitive advantage by rising to the climate change challenge says business group. Here's how

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November 11, 2008

Oil-Sand Investments Sink
By sallanFnd

As global oil prices plummet, energy companies scale back exploration in Canada's oil-sands. Stay tuned

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Rx: The Low Carbon Cure
By sallanFnd

The European Commission sees adoption of low-carbon technologies as a cure for economic woes. Start here

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November 10, 2008

Saving Australia's 'Alps'
By sallanFnd

By putting the Snowy Mountains on its National Heritage register, Australia acts to curb climate impacts in this special area. Visit

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New Climate Partners?
By sallanFnd

Post-Kyoto climate negotiations could advance on an EU offer to African countries to share renewable energy technologies. Stay tuned

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November 6, 2008

IEA: Things Must Change
By sallanFnd

The 2008 International Energy Agency report finds that global energy supply and consumption trends are unsustainable and must be changed. Learn more

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Free Permits
By sallanFnd

The EU's plan to start selling CO2 emissions permits, instead of giving them away for free, was slammed by business. Gee whiz

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November 5, 2008

Europe Hopeful On Obama
By sallanFnd

Europeans see Obama's election as boosting chances for global climate cooperation. Next stop Poland?

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November 3, 2008

Fuel Subsidies Are For Fossils
By sallanFnd

UK PM Brown wants a tax code with a 'level playing field' for clean energy and an end to fossil fuel subsidies. New deals ahead

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October 31, 2008

The EU's Italy Problem
By sallanFnd

The Italian government of Silvio Berlusconi opposes EU goals for fighting climate change. Learn more

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Update On Renewables In Scotland
By sallanFnd

Despite setbacks, Scotland moves ahead on tide and wind power. Get connected

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October 30, 2008

UK: Grounded!
By sallanFnd

The Conservative Party urges more high speed intercity rail rather than Heathrow Airport expansion. All aboard

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October 29, 2008

And The Winner Is...
By sallanFnd

China admits that it's becoming the world's largest CO2 emitter. Dark victory

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UK: More Carbon Disclosure Coming
By sallanFnd

Parliament passes climate legislation that requires GHG emissions reports by mid-sized firms. The aviation and shipping sectors will be "taken into account" Learn more

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October 28, 2008

Saltier Seas
By sallanFnd

Scientists report that increased evaporation combined with reduced rainfall is creating a saltier ocean; higher temperature's the culprit. Gulp

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China Prices Climate Cooperation
By sallanFnd

China demands funding and technology transfers from the first world to developing nations as its price for a global climate policy. Stay tuned

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There Will Be Heat
By sallanFnd

Australian economist claims there's no stopping the world's soaring GHG emissions . Hellish!

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October 27, 2008

Ice Melts In Winter
By sallanFnd

The Arctic ice cap is shrniking at a record pace sumer and winter. Too darn hot!

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UK: Cast A Wider Emissions Net
By sallanFnd

The UK will "take account" of GHG emissions from shipping and aviation, but measurement tools remain unclear. Catch that

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October 24, 2008

Nitrogen Trifluoride-Public Enemy
By sallanFnd

Scientists surprised to discover 400% more ultra-greenhouse gas potent nitrogen trifluoride in the atmosphere than previously suspected. Oops

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Plug-In & Drive
By sallanFnd

A US venture capital firm will invest A$1 billion in Australia to build an electric car recharging system with both 350,000-500,000 plug-in points and battery-swap stations. Continue Reading Plug-In & Drive »


Plug-In & Drive
By sallanFnd

A US venture capital firm will invest A$1 billion in Australia to build an electric car recharging system with both 350,000-500,000 plug-in points and battery-swap stations. Watt!

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October 23, 2008

Fiscal Green
By sallanFnd

Lord Stern offers recipes for a recession-ending fiscal policy based on creating a low carbon, sustainable economy. Dig in

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October 22, 2008

China+Walmart=Green
By sallanFnd

Walmart uses its clout to green its Chinese supply chain. Link up

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October 21, 2008

IT Catches The Wind
By sallanFnd

A Spanish electricity provider that uses wind power sparks IT advances for predicting available generating capacity and consumer demand. That computes

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October 20, 2008

UK: More Than Hot Air?
By sallanFnd

Installing UK wind power will mean only modest jobs gains if it's not backed up with increased domestic manufacturing, exporting, and skill training. Work it

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October 17, 2008

EU Climate Tide Ebbs
By sallanFnd

A move by eight EU members to derail a post-Kyoto climate agreement was quashed by French President Sarkozy, but opposition to setting higher goals remains strong. Stay tuned

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October 16, 2008

Carbon Credits Buck Market Trend
By sallanFnd

While most stock and commodity prices tank, the price of carbon credits in the London market rises. Look it up

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Nuclear Anxiety
By sallanFnd

The OECD's Nuclear Energy Agency reports that the greatest threat to expanding nuclear power plants is public fear. Worried?

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October 15, 2008

Canadians Nix Carbon Tax
By sallanFnd

The re-election of Canada's Conservative PM Harper means a defeat for carbon tax advocates. Look into it

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October 14, 2008

Spain: Green Lab For Hard Times
By sallanFnd

Will Spain's economic slump impact its alternate energy sector? Look into it

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Carbon Market Up
By sallanFnd

The global market for CO2 emissions should grow by 80% in 2008, with more money and more transactions in play, but general market turmoil could take a toll. Stay tuned

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FDR's Great Grandkids
By sallanFnd

The UN's Green Economic Initiative urges world leaders to invest in green, job-creating programs as key to a sustainable economic recovery. New Deal here

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October 8, 2008

For A Green New Deal: UK-Style
By sallanFnd

Financial turmoil could delay but should not derail making plans for a cleaner, greener future in the UK. Stay tuned

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Germany: Shift on Nuclear Power?
By sallanFnd

2009 elections in Germany could end the nation's commitment to phasing out nuclear power by 2021. Stay tuned

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Europe's Carbon Control Path
By sallanFnd

The European Parliament votes for $13.6 billion to build new power plants equipped with carbon capture and storage technology and the EU will start to auction CO2 emissions permits in 2013. Learn more and More

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October 7, 2008

Greener, Cheaper IT Quest
By sallanFnd

Now that almost every business has IT, demand is up to cut the cost and energy consumption of IT use. Start here

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October 6, 2008

EU's Inner Carbon Conflict
By sallanFnd

Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria and Romania want the EU to slow its GHG emissions cutting program. Stay tuned

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EU: Climate Action At Risk
By sallanFnd

Industry leverages the financial crisis to push back on stronger EU-led GHG cuts. Decision on Tuesday

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October 3, 2008

Breaking The Fuel-To-Bomb Link
By sallanFnd

As the number of nuclear reactors grows, can the risks of producing bomb-grade plutonium be minimized? Look into it

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October 2, 2008

Mainstreaming Wind
By sallanFnd

GE invests 100 million dollars to expand its wind turbine manufacturing business in Germany; sees wind becoming mainstream. Plug in

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Bidding For Nukes
By sallanFnd

French electricity group EDF competes with Warren Buffet to take over Constellation Energy and its nuclear power business. Stay tuned

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India's Climate Role
By sallanFnd

With the world's fourth largest economy, India's energy and transportation decisions are critical to climate change impacts. Learn more

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September 30, 2008

UK: Nuclear Neighbors OK (Sort of)
By sallanFnd

A multi-year survey of folks living near nuclear power plants in the UK finds a qualified acceptance of new nuclear plants coming to their neighborhoods. Come closer

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IT's Carbon Problem
By sallanFnd

IT design is still cranking out products with high levels of embedded carbon and short useful lives. Pay attention

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Carbon Tax: Mixed Results
By sallanFnd

Despite its carbon tax, Norway's GHG emissions are up 15% while carbon taxers' Denmark and Sweden emissions are down. WSJ

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September 29, 2008

Connect The Mega Dots
By sallanFnd

The world's twenty mega-cities use 75% of its energy. Now, Connected Urban Development proposes how to make mega-cities into low-carbon leaders. That's energetic

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Scottish Sea Power
By sallanFnd

Scotland plans to install up to twenty domestically built tide-powered electric turbines. Next up, turbine exports. Surf's up!

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September 26, 2008

Carbon Climbing
By sallanFnd

Worldwide carbon emissions are outstripping scientists' worst fears. Come on down and Highlights here

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September 25, 2008

Zero is A Big Number
By sallanFnd

China's got a new zero emissions building that will be a 'living textbook' for energy researchers. Study it

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UK: New Nuclear Power By 2017
By sallanFnd

French nuclear power firm EDF sees the first new nuclear power plant in the UK buy 2017. Four more on the drawing board. Time flies

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Wind Money For China & India
By sallanFnd

A major wind turbine maker will invest $5 billion in Chinese and Indian wind farms over the next five years. Look ahead

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September 24, 2008

Methane Rising
By sallanFnd

Scientists discover that methane, a potent GHG, is bubbling up from Arctic ocean depths. Climate cause or effect?

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French Company For UK Nuclear Growth
By sallanFnd

EDF, a French nuclear power developer edged out by Warren Buffet in the US, buys UK nuclear power plants and will build new ones. Channel crossing

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September 22, 2008

Aussie PM Goes For Coal
By sallanFnd

Kevin Rudd, Australia's Prime Minister, pledges $100 million for a clean-coal technology institute. Look into it

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Pollute For Free In Germany
By sallanFnd

Germany will continue to hand out free CO2 emissions permits to domestic industry despite an EU policy to make companies start paying for them. Next?

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Investors Demand Carbon Disclosure
By sallanFnd

Institutional investors in the UK and US want information from oil and gas companies about the carbon intensity of their reserves. Risky business?

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September 19, 2008

Do Good and Do Well
By sallanFnd

A UK government pledge to invest 1 billion pounds in residential energy efficiency would give a boost to green tech manufacturers and investors. Makes sense

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September 16, 2008

Lehman's Carbon Fallout
By sallanFnd

The carbon emissions trading desk in London is one victim of the Lehman collapse. Gone

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Credit Crunches Clean Power
By sallanFnd

The European clean energy sector faces bleak financial markets. Plug in

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September 15, 2008

Will Climate & Trade Policies Collide?
By sallanFnd

The US is not alone in struggling over climate change and international trade policies. Import that

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Carbon Capture Options
By sallanFnd

With atmospheric CO2 levels relentlessly rising, can we pass up carbon capture? It's debatable

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September 12, 2008

Sunny Money Going Global
By sallanFnd

Korean electronics giant LG buys into a German solar module plant, it's first international investment in this sector. Plug in

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September 11, 2008

Insulation-Sexy No, Warm Yes
By sallanFnd

Enhanced building insulation is a centerpiece of PM Brown's new energy policy; but silent on "windfall" taxes. Read on

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September 8, 2008

Nothing Ventured
By sallanFnd

Rizhao, a Chinese resort city, aims to go carbon neutral. Nothing gained

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Is China's Climate on Climate Changing?
By sallanFnd

A government advisor publicly breaks with orthodoxy, calling for China to accept binding GHG emission cuts. Move on

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September 5, 2008

Geothermal Pals
By sallanFnd

Australia, Iceland and the US create an International Partnership for Geothermal Technology. Cool

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September 4, 2008

Clean Coal Power For Germany
By sallanFnd

A pilot carbon sequestration project at a coal-fired power plant in Germany launches next week. Questions raised over Euro-scale funding. Stay tuned

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September 3, 2008

It's Still A Hockey Stick
By sallanFnd

Scientists find that the 1998 'hockey stick' graph of temperature changes in the northern hemisphere, is validated by current data. Get the score & Get the backstory

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UK Green Firm Upbeat On Growth
By sallanFnd

Britain's biggest home energy efficiency services firm sees green markets growing despite current losses. Look into it

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September 2, 2008

Zen Threatened
By sallanFnd

Kyoto's Zen temple gardens are imperiled by global warming. Go now

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And The Wind-Power Champ Is...
By sallanFnd

Romania. Who knew!

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August 28, 2008

Climate Talks In Ghana
By sallanFnd

At the Ghana round of UN climate change meetings, one goal is to clarify 'tools and rules' for the post-Kyoto world. Next up - new emissions targets. Stay tuned

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August 27, 2008

China Wins
By sallanFnd

At 3.1 billion tons of carbon emissions, China's electricity generators are projected to beat the US power sector's 2.8 billion tons in 2008. Coal-gold

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August 26, 2008

Losing By Example
By sallanFnd

The headquarters of the UK government agency responsible for cutting buildings' carbon footprints, rates an F for energy efficiency. Duly noted

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August 25, 2008

Offputting Offsets
By sallanFnd

Although the UK's carbon offset market is thriving, a new report sees troubling inconsistencies and pricing failures. Mind the gaps

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Big Sun Country
By sallanFnd

Australia gears up for for the world's biggest thermal solar power. Live large

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August 22, 2008

This Old House
By sallanFnd

Got an 18th Century home in England or something even older in Italy and want to go green? Make history

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Why Is Gemany Ahead?
By sallanFnd

The key to Germany's global dominance in clean energy is its feed-in tariff. Learn more

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August 21, 2008

Sizing Up Japan's Carbon Footprint
By sallanFnd

Labels with standardized carbon footprint information will soon appear on Japanese consumer products. Learn more

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Venture Power
By sallanFnd

UK and US venture capital invests in smart electricity grids in the US and Canada that use IT for better reliability and efficiency. Plug in

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August 20, 2008

Made Where? Now What?
By sallanFnd

If products Americans buy come from China and Chinese factories have a bigger carbon footprint than US counterparts, what's a climate conscious consumer to do? Hint: no easy answer

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August 19, 2008

China: Green Money Magnet
By sallanFnd

Outpacing the UK, China is now the top destination for renewable energy investments. That's attractive

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UK: Amber Light For Green Towns
By sallanFnd

British government plans to green-light new eco-towns is both slow and shrinking. Stay tuned

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Germans Ride The Rails
By sallanFnd

German train-ridership is on track to meet new highs in the wake of soaring fuel prices. Get around

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Take The Green Train
By sallanFnd

It's not the A train, but you can take the Swedish EE (energy efficient) train. Sorry Duke

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August 18, 2008

Keeping Secrets
By sallanFnd

The IOC agrees with Chinese authorities and won't disclose air quality monitoring data gathered during the Olympic games. Hush, hush

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Not Only Polar Bears
By sallanFnd

Melting polar ice caps is transforming national interests, not just polar bear habitats. Stay tuned

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August 14, 2008

Global Heat Stroke
By sallanFnd

Dutch scientists report that by 2100, summer temperatures could climb above 100 degrees F in the US mid-west and up to 150 in parts of Australia, India and North Africa. Feel faint?

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August 13, 2008

Come Clean
By sallanFnd

Royal Dutch Shell agrees to pull an ad that touts the sustainability of its oil sands project in Canada. Suds!

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August 11, 2008

Whither London?
By sallanFnd

London's green movement could wither with its new Mayor. Look into it

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August 10, 2008

Israel: The Cost of Water
By sallanFnd

Israel worries about the cost of water for increasing food production - and climate change may put drinking water sources at risk. Wade in

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August 7, 2008

Speeding Toward CO2 in Delhi
By sallanFnd

Since 2007, Delhi's CO2 auto emissions have soared 73% and two-wheeled vehicle emissions have shot up by 61%. Hot numbers

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Forecast: Hazy
By sallanFnd

After the Olympic athletes go home, what will happen to air quality in Beijing? Peer in

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Tranforming Transportation
By sallanFnd

The race is on among auto makers to develop hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. Look ahead

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August 4, 2008

Spanish Forecast: Slower and Warmer
By sallanFnd

Spain leads the way on climate combat and energy conservation by lowering highway speeds and controlling thermostats in government offices. And that's not all. Forwards!

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August 1, 2008

UK: Coal Not Needed
By sallanFnd

Green groups report that a looming UK energy gap can be filled by renewable energy and reduced demand. Gear up

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July 31, 2008

Olympics In The Dark
By sallanFnd

Beyond the story of China's media blackout look into its potential power blackout related to a lack of coal. Click

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SA: From Coal To Cool
By sallanFnd

South Africa sets out on the path to combating climate change. Start here

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Learn From European Experience
By sallanFnd

Europe offers several models for growing the renewable energy supply. What works well? Plug in

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July 28, 2008

Everyone Knows It's Windy
By sallanFnd

Spectacular growth in Chinese wind power creates a surge in domestic turbine production. Power pays

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Sunny Forecast For German Solar
By sallanFnd

Germany remains the world's leading solar power producer, even with internal debates over government financial support. Now, US manufacturers are opening solar factories in the low-wage east. Read on

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July 25, 2008

The Secret of Sweden's Success
By sallanFnd

By growing a green economy, Swedish business thrives while the country meets its Kyoto emissions targets. Read all about it

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The Great Wall of Trees
By sallanFnd

African nations have a plan to plant 'walls of trees' to slow down desertification. Take root

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July 24, 2008

You Can't Get There From Here
By sallanFnd

The UK's plan to double its airport capacity by 2030 dooms its own GHG reduction goals. And don't forget the government's funny math. What's next?

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July 23, 2008

No Laughing Matter
By sallanFnd

The most profitable business of a French chemical company, with plants in South Korea and Brazil, could be destruction of 'laughing gas' (nitrous oxide) under provisions of the EU-ETS meant to assist developing nations. WSJ

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July 22, 2008

Germany Falls To Second Place
By sallanFnd

The US now outstrips Germany as the world's leading producer of wind power. Whoosh!

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July 21, 2008

Leaks From On-Site N-Waste
By sallanFnd

Recently reported leaks at French nuclear power plants came from radioactive waste stored on-site. Read more

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July 20, 2008

Brighton Green
By sallanFnd

The English seaside resort, Brighton, beats the competition when it comes to going green. Old Victorian homes are getting real-time electric meters, energy efficient windows and insulated roofs that compete with new eco-smart houses. Righto!

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July 18, 2008

Faust In Canada
By sallanFnd

The Canadian oil rush heads toward making great profits and great environmental devastation. It's devilish

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Something In The Water?
By sallanFnd

France will monitor ground water near fifty-eight nuclear power plants for potential radiation leaks. Look into it

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July 17, 2008

China: Short On Power
By sallanFnd

China faces an energy gap, with electricity rationing possible this summer. Connect here

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Its' A Bird...It's An Eco-Plane
By sallanFnd

Aircraft makers spotlight the environmental features of their newest planes. Super!

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July 16, 2008

G-8's Giant Step Backwards
By sallanFnd

Worse than doing nothing, the climate position at June's G-8 meeting in Japan could jeopardize the UN post-Kyoto climate meeting in Copenhagen next year, and Washington's not the only culprit. Gee eight!

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Must Clean Power Cost More?
By sallanFnd

Ofgem, the UK electric power rate-setting agency will now require utilities to prove that they are doing something to justify charging customers a premium for alternative power. Plug in

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July 15, 2008

Prepare For Climate Change Refugees
By sallanFnd

An Australian anti-poverty group urges the Rudd government to establish an international coalition willing to accept climate refugees who are forced to flee home. Look ahead

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July 14, 2008

Friendlier Skies
By sallanFnd

Starting in 2012, airliner carbon emissions will become part of the EU's emissions trading scheme. Non-EU carriers will be included. Stay tuned

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In Debt To Oil
By sallanFnd

Oil exporting nations are set to become America's biggest creditors. They hold $510.8 billion in Treasury instruments, up 44% over last year. Dig deeper

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Canada: Polluted By Oil
By sallanFnd

The temptations of the world's insatiable demand for oil are irresistible in Alberta, despite the devastating costs. Look closer

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UK: Look To Old Buildings For Answers
By sallanFnd

A committee of Parliament members will report that government energy policy should center on greening existing buildings - where the biggest benefits can be found. Old is new

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July 12, 2008

Breaking Up
By sallanFnd

Scientists are concerned about evidence of fast-paced winter time break ups of antarctic ice shelves. Are you?

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July 11, 2008

Unintended Consequences?
By sallanFnd

The European carbon market's Clean Development Mechanism funds fossil fuel-fired power plants in India and China, creating more emissions credits for European projects to buy. WSJ

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EU: Collective Action
By sallanFnd

Will Europe's best chance for success in confronting climate, energy and economic pressures lie in co-ordinated EU actions? Look ahead

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July 10, 2008

More Drought Down Under
By sallanFnd

Australian farms and towns in the Murray-Darling region see no relief in sight from the worst drought in a century. Click here

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Private Equity Goes Green
By sallanFnd

Blackstone, a private equity investor, stakes $1.6 billion on a new offshore German wind farm. Read more

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July 9, 2008

No Bears In Carbon Markets
By sallanFnd

An investment analyst reports on boom times in global carbon markets. With carbon emissions trading at $32 a ton, total market value nears $59 billion. Climate Wire [Subscribers only]

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EU Caps Airline Carbon Emissions
By sallanFnd

The EU adds aviation to its carbon emissions trading scheme, as emissions levels rise from this sector. Industry foresees negative impacts. Stay tuned

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G-8 Gives The Nod To New Nukes
By sallanFnd

G-8 leaders support development of new nuclear power plants as a way to combat climate change but warn against nuclear proliferation. Just nod

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July 8, 2008

Up On The Roof In Spain
By sallanFnd

General Motors will install the world's biggest rooftop solar plant on an auto factory in Spain. Nice

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July 7, 2008

More Heat & Drought Down Under
By sallanFnd

Australian scientists warn of unprecedented heat and drought down under if global warming isn't brought under control. Dire indeed

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German Air Power
By sallanFnd

Germany aims to produce 25,000 MW of wind power by 2030, starting this year. Catch a breeze

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July 5, 2008

From Con-Trails To Rails
By sallanFnd

Air France considers shifting some short-haul flights to rail transport. Move on

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July 4, 2008

Bank Blames Biofuels
By sallanFnd

The World Bank reports that biofuels are responsible for 75% of skyrocketing food prices. The US puts the figure at 3%. Look into it

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Japan's Technology Path
By sallanFnd

Japanese industry keeps energy use down with efficient design. Research that

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July 3, 2008

Indonesia On A Coal Roll
By sallanFnd

Demand for low-grade Indonesian coal is booming as South Africa and Australia can't produce enough. In the black

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US: Dead Last
By sallanFnd

The US scores lowest of G-8 countries in combating climate change, but none get gold stars. Come on down

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July 2, 2008

News From Antarctica's Banana Belt
By sallanFnd

A NASA satellite captures yet another case of the disintegrating Antarctic ice cap in the Banana Belt. Splash

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Clean Energy Investing Soars
By sallanFnd

in 2007, invesestors staked $148 billion in clean energy according to a UN report-and that was last year. Adding up

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Germany Still Says No
By sallanFnd

Among the G-8, only Germany retains a policy of no new nuclear power plants. Read on

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France Taxes Gas Guzzlers
By sallanFnd

France cuts taxes on gas sippers and now adds a green tax on low fuel efficient vehicles and other eco-unfriendly products. Bonus malus

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July 1, 2008

UK Eco-Towns Attacked
By sallanFnd

British government plans to construct green eco-towns sharply criticized. Eh?

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Sustainable India: What, When, How?
By sallanFnd

India announces eight missions for sustainable development but no one's responsible for targets, dates or actions. Progress?

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June 26, 2008

Needed: A Newer, Faster Industrial Revolution
By sallanFnd

The world needs a fast-acting 21st Century Industrial Revolution to slash GHG emissions and ensure economic growth. Not impossible

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June 25, 2008

Beyond Neon
By sallanFnd

In Beijing, a solar-powered, building-tall LED screen displays videos at night. Peek in

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Seeking Carbon Confidence
By sallanFnd

Climate change expert Lord Nicholas Stern opens the first credit agency to rank market-worthy carbon credits. Green works

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June 24, 2008

German Power Politics
By sallanFnd

Although energy-intensive German industries oppose Chancellor Merkel's plan for selling carbon emissions allowances instead of giving them away, she could prevail. Hang tough

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Green Bragging Rights
By sallanFnd

German engineering giant Siemens claims its green revenues are greater than those of its rival, General Electric. But what counts as a green product? Look into it

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June 23, 2008

J'Accuse
By sallanFnd

Leading climate scientist James Hansen urges that oil executives stand trial for their knowing role in global warming. Judge that

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June 20, 2008

Bangladesh Is Drowning
By sallanFnd

20 million Bangladeshis are at grave risk from climate change-related storms, surges and rising oceans. SOS

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June 19, 2008

Germany Sets Higher Climate Bar
By sallanFnd

Under a new German law, truck tolls will be linked to pollution and home energy efficiency standards will be boosted. It's a must

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China: Gas Goes Up
By sallanFnd

China is raising prices on gasoline and diesel fuel by almost 18%. Next?

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UK Power Industries
By sallanFnd

A Greenpeace study reports that waste heat from existing UK industrial plants could generate as much electricity as 10 nuclear power plants. Connect

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Rising Fast(er)
By sallanFnd

Scientists find that since 1961 sea levels have risen 2 inches, 50% greater than estimated. Wade in and Further in[6.4MB]

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June 18, 2008

Exceedingly Green
By sallanFnd

The World Conservation Union building in Geneva will expand the high performance envelope into new territory. Step up

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Climate Off G8 Agenda
By sallanFnd

Host-country Japan scrubs post-Kyoto targets from the G8 meeting agenda because of US refusal to consider GHG emissions reduction goals. Gee

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June 17, 2008

Changing Global Energy Prices
By sallanFnd

If the US joins the EU/ETS, the price impact on carbon, oil, gas, electricity and more will be big, very big. To market? To market!

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June 16, 2008

China Warms To US Climate
By sallanFnd

A top Chinese official favors develop of joint tax and trade policies with the US to foster research and development on energy efficient technologies. Details later

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Oil Prices Up, Airline Industry Down
By sallanFnd

Sky high oil prices are shrinking airline ridership and deferring new plane orders. Get grounded

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June 11, 2008

Atlas Of Africa Changes
By sallanFnd

Using before and after photos, the UN's Environment Programme maps the impact of climate and other changes throughout Africa. Get oriented

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June 10, 2008

Euro Handshake on Auto Emissions
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France and Germany agree on new auto emissions goals as part of the EU 20x20 plan. Stay tuned

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June 9, 2008

Japan Looks To 2050
By sallanFnd

Japanese PM Fukuda pledges to cut GHG emissions 80% by 2050, but fails to set interim targets. Leap forward

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French Nukes For UK?
By sallanFnd

Areva, the French nuclear reactor maker, targets the UK market. Go on

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June 6, 2008

Invest Now Or Pay Later
By sallanFnd

The International Energy Agency finds billions needed for global investment in green technology to slash GHG emissions. Details here. And here

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SUV Sales Down, Minis Up
By sallanFnd

The UK and Europe are seeing SUV sales drop while the purchase of the smallest mini cars in the UK is up as much as 147%. That's trendy

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June 5, 2008

Money & Politics
By sallanFnd

A university study of the EU-ETS finds that politics sways carbon market investment decisions, but additionality standards have improved. Oh

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June 4, 2008

Great Expectations
By sallanFnd

China's wind power capacity is beating expectations while domestic turbine technology grows too. Whoosh!

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No Can Do
By sallanFnd

As usual, US climate negotiators will tell the world that it cannot meet GHG reduction goals. No!

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June 2, 2008

Solar: Storm Clouds With Silver Lining?
By sallanFnd

A drop in prices for solar power could either spell trouble or become an opportunity for market growth. Look into it

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May 30, 2008

Clathrate Peril
By sallanFnd

Scientists worry about clathrates, a massive release of GHG methane from melting permafrost and the potential for sudden climate change. Learn more

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May 29, 2008

Answering a Climate Riddle
By sallanFnd

Climate skeptics can no longer point to cooler ocean temperatures after WW II as a challenge to global warming science. Here's why

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May 28, 2008

Hot Servers
By sallanFnd

In Cork Ireland, waste heat from computer servers now used to heat water and save money. Cool

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Russian Oil: Been There Done That?
By sallanFnd

Russian oil reserves may have peaked suggest Kremlin petro-watchers. Lift the hood

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China Cuts Carbon Access
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China excludes Hong Kong and Macao from global carbon markets and the CDM. Join in

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May 27, 2008

Dry In Barcelona
By sallanFnd

Due to prolonged drought, Barcelona is forced to import drinking water from Marseilles. How arid

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Linking Oil & Food Costs
By sallanFnd

Sulfur, a by-product of oil refining, is key to producing fertilizer. Now, skyrocketing sulfur prices are pushing up the cost of growing food crops. Link in

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"My Friends All Drive Porsches..."
By sallanFnd

Mercedez Benz enters the age of the electric car. Others going further. Make amends

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May 26, 2008

World Bank $ For Clean Tech & Climate
By sallanFnd

The World Bank is raising $5.5 billion to fund developing nations' access to clean tech and to fight global warming. Start here

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May 23, 2008

Atomic Accord
By sallanFnd

Russia agrees to sell China uranium and a nuclear fuel-enrichment plant. Hot stuff

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Americans In Paris
By sallanFnd

Free biking in Paris, the Velib', is the mobility choice of some visiting Americans. Get around

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May 22, 2008

Carbon Markets: Constraint Creates Value
By sallanFnd

With modest expectations, the EU/ETS succeeded. In the US, regional politics will shape carbon trading policy. Model that

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Brave New World
By sallanFnd

The impact of sky high oil prices and new predictions of global scarcity are being felt everywhere. Ready?

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May 1, 2008

Dead Ducks
By sallanFnd

Alberta's toxic oil sands waste kill migrating ducks. Ouch

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1,000 MW: Gone With The Wind
By sallanFnd

Shell Oil pulls out of major UK wind power project. Whoosh

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April 30, 2008

Euro Power Potential
By sallanFnd

Climate change could be the ticket for European global leadership in a post uni-polar world. Let's think

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April 29, 2008

Nyet Again
By sallanFnd

Russia will not agree to binding CO2 emissions limits in future climate treaties. Sound familiar?

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April 28, 2008

Grim On Grain & Meat & Dairy
By sallanFnd

What's up with food prices? Here's a grocery list of answers. Check out

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German Lessons
By sallanFnd

By acting on good ideas and deploying clean technologies, Germany slashed its GHG emissions 16% in 15 years. What's the climate combat lesson for the rest of us? Start here

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April 26, 2008

Carbon For Lunch
By sallanFnd

What's on your plate and how big is its carbon footprint? Gulp

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April 24, 2008

So Sorry
By sallanFnd

2007 was not a good climate change year. Global carbon dioxide emissions were up 0.6% and methane emissions rose 0.5 percent after remaining flat for a decade. Onwards

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High On Sugar Cane
By sallanFnd

BP sees Brazilian sugar cane as a big source of ethanol and will invest in production plants. No impact on food supplies foreseen. Read more

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Summer Ice
By sallanFnd

Look like summer 2008 could be more liquid in the Arctic. Stirred or shaken?

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April 23, 2008

Beyond Petroleum
By sallanFnd

Big oil knows the times they are a changin'. What's next? Find out

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April 22, 2008

Work It Out
By sallanFnd

National Grid, a UK power supplier also doing business in the NYC area, vows to cut CO2 emissions 80x50. Managers who don't make the cut could see their bonuses shrink. ClimateWire [Subscribers only]

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Boom Times For Australian Coal
By sallanFnd

Whether it's used for steel-making or power plants, the world is eager to snap up Australian coal. Hot times

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