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‘Green tape’ can boost growth, study finds
Grantham Institute report says environmental regulations can drive economic growth by encouraging business innovation read more »
China and US deal to curb emissions draws mixed response
An unexpected move by the US and China to jointly set out their plans to tackle global warming prompted a lukewarm response in Europe and hostility in Washington in a sign that sealing a global climate treaty next year still faces big hurdles. read more »
US, China climate deal boosts hopes of global pact
A surprise deal between the United States and China on Wednesday could be a breakthrough moment in decades-long efforts to secure a global climate change pact, environment experts said. read more »
Comment by Nicholas Stern on China-United States joint announcement on climate change
Lord Stern welcomes climate change agreement announced by President Obama and President Xi. Calls on G20 countries to take action at forthcoming summit. read more »
Lord Lawson’s parallel world where global warming is not a concern
The former Chancellor is trying to turn science on its head to woo climate change “sceptics” from the Conservatives and Ukip. read more »
GDP (Gathering Different Preferences) – Old acronym, a fresh interpretation?
Original article posted on UNDP Human Development Reports Imagine for a moment that you are a baker. Now what would be on your list of essentials for an ultimate, everyday … read more »
Britain had one of warmest and wettest years on record
Met Office figures show that from January, 2014 was hottest since records began and saw second largest amount of rain read more »
