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Climate change: The case for nuclear energy

OECD Observer — Dec 09, 09

Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is a key objective of energy policies in many countries. As energy consumption will continue to increase in the medium and long term, even if the recent financial crisis might curtail this rise momentarily, there is a general consensus on the need to foster the . . .

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Climate change could cost Brazil 2 billion dollars: study

Space Daily — Dec 08, 09

Search All Our Sites - Powered By Bing SPACE WIRE RIO DE JANEIRO, Dec 8 (AFP) Dec 08, 2009 Brazil could lose two billion dollars over the next four decades from climate change, according to a new study by the country's Applied Economics Research Institute and 10 associated institutions. The . . .

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EU Council Tackles VAT Fraud In Carbon Markets

Tax-News.com — Dec 08, 09

The Council of the European Union has agreed on a general approach to tackling value-added tax (VAT) fraud in the carbon permit trading markets by allowing member states, on an optional and temporary basis, to introduce a reverse charge mechanism. The aim of the draft directive agreed by EU finance . . .

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Nick Cohen | This anti-green backlash is a gift to brutish regimes

Observer — Dec 06, 09

If you think climate change is a lie, your logic will lead you into the arms of Putin and Chávez Anyone who knows the history of backlash populism, from Nixon and Agnew onwards, will find the new fury at the environmental taxes comfortingly familiar. From the Palin rallies in the . . .

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The enemies uniting to go for the kill at Copenhagen

Times Online — Dec 06, 09

Ed Miliband was furious. His press conference should have highlighted Britains role at the Copenhagen climate talks that open tomorrow but instead he faced questions on whether global warming was even true. We have to beware of the climate saboteurs, he barked. The timing of this leak and the questioning . . .

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This anti-green backlash is a gift to brutish regimes

Observer — Dec 06, 09

If you think climate change is a lie, your logic will lead you into the arms of Putin and Chávez Anyone who knows the history of backlash populism, from Nixon and Agnew onwards, will find the new fury at the environmental taxes comfortingly familiar. From the Palin rallies in the . . .

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Water, the new green worry

Times Online — Dec 05, 09

Bo Gang, an energetic executive with rimless glasses and a Clark Kent haircut, gestured towards a valley shrouded in fog. Theres the river, he said, pointing to the grey murk on the outskirts of the city of Chongqing. Five years ago it was bad. Now it is much better, you . . .

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Speed up pace of new energy technologies

Times Online — Dec 04, 09

We are seeing early signs of a far-reaching shift in our worlds energy system. Desire for secure energy supplies and concern over global warming have consumers, companies and governments embarking on a long journey towards a more sustainable energy future. Government policymakers are in the best position to accelerate our . . .

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Trading the planet's future on credits and carbon offsetting

Socialist Worker — Dec 04, 09

In the first part of our new series on questions that face the movement against climate change, Sadie Robinson examines the problems with carbon markets Many claim that carbon trading is an effective mechanism for reducing emissions. It has failed spectacularly yet lots of governments remain committed to it. The . . .

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CHS Crafts Long-Term Direction

PR Newswire — Dec 03, 09

See more news releases in: Food & Beverages, Retail, Oil & Energy, Agriculture, Chemical MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Leaders of energy, grains and foods company CHS Inc. said today the producer-owned cooperative has a solid financial and strategic foundation from which to craft long-term success. "We must look far, . . .

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Copenhagen climate change talks must fail, says top scientist

Observer — Dec 03, 09

Exclusive: World's leading climate change expert says summit talks so flawed that deal would be a disaster The scientist who convinced the world to take notice of the looming danger of global warming says it would be better for the planet and for future generations if next week's Copenhagen climate . . .

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Joint Statement by Multilateral Development Banks and the IMF in Anticipation of the Copenhagen Conference

AllAfrica.com — Dec 02, 09

Leading international financial institutions committed to fight against climate change and call for comprehensive Copenhagen agreement The heads of the world's leading international financial institutions today called for a comprehensive agreement to combat climate change at this month's Copenhagen Conference and agreed to further coordinate their own efforts to help . . .

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Knight Appoints Daniel G. Braun As Managing Director, Head Of Carbon Trading

PR Newswire — Dec 01, 09

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Dec. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Knight Capital Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NITE), today announced the appointment of Daniel G. Braun to the newly-created position of Managing Director, Head of Carbon Trading. He is charged with developing Knight's capabilities to serve participants in the global carbon markets. Mr. Braun has . . .

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Indonesian graft harms case for forest carbon offsets: HRW

Space Daily — Dec 01, 09

Search All Our Sites - Powered By Bing SPACE WIRE JAKARTA, Dec 1 (AFP) Dec 01, 2009 Rampant corruption in Indonesia's forestry sector costs the government two billion dollars a year and undermines plans to use forest conservation to offset carbon emissions, a report said Tuesday. US-based watchdog Human Rights . . .

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Greenhouse Gas Management Institute (GHGMI) Launches New Membership Program Designed to Create the World's Largest Community of Greenhouse Gas Professionals

PR Newswire — Dec 01, 09

Professionals WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Greenhouse Gas Management Institute (GHGMI) announced today the launch of a new initiative that will establish a large and dynamic community of individuals and organizations concerned with climate change and involved in the management of greenhouse gas emissions globally. The New Membership Program . . .

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Copenhagen summit: Is there any real chance of averting the climate crisis?

Observer — Nov 30, 09

Nasa's James Hansen was the first to point out the perils of climate change to the US Congress. Here, he begins a heated debate with experts from around the world, from China to the threatened Maldives, and argues that our leaders must be shaken out of their complacency. But will . . .

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Reportlinker Adds Energy Efficiency Retrofits for Commercial and Public Buildings

PR Newswire — Nov 23, 09

NEW YORK, Nov. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue. Energy Efficiency Retrofits for Commercial and Public Buildings Office, Educational, Retail, and other Key Segments and the Effects of Performance Contracting, ESCOs, LEED, and Energy Star The energy efficiency retrofit market . . .

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Sustainable clothing action plan launched at London Fashion Week

Government News Network — Feb 20, 09

44 Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs (North West) A new action plan to make fashion more sustainable and less environmentally damaging was launched today at the start of London Fashion Week, by Defra Minister Lord Hunt. The Sustainable Clothing Roadmap has brought together over 300 organisations, from high . . .

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Hoon outlines air, road and rail improvements to boost economy and jobs

Government News Network — Jan 15, 09

Britain will benefit from major air, rail and road improvements as Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon today outlined radical new plans for the UK's transport infrastructure, designed to support the economy and secure jobs in the long term. Mr Hoon confirmed Government support for a third runway at Heathrow airport but . . .

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East Midlands to benefit from major transport improvements

Government News Network — Jan 15, 09

14 Department for Transport (East Midlands) Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon today outlined radical new plans for the UK's transport infrastructure, designed to support the economy and secure jobs in the long term. A full press notice is attached but the following highlights announcements which will particularly benefit people in the . . .

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