The tragedy we’re witnessing in so many places around the world is heartbreaking. Responses on the ground and in the media to events in Paris, … Healing humanity’s grief in the face of climate changeRead more
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Paris talks ‘a fraud’
Mere mention of the Paris climate talks is enough to make James Hansen grumpy. The former Nasa scientist, considered the father of global awareness of … Paris talks ‘a fraud’Read more
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Climate Change Is Still Our Biggest National Security Threat
Bernie Sanders opened Saturday night’s Democratic debate by vowing to rid the world of ISIS, the terrorist organization that claimed responsibility for killing more than … Climate Change Is Still Our Biggest National Security ThreatRead more
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Paris climate deal is a sham
The climate deal to be agreed today is a sham, according to Friends of the Earth International. “Rich countries have moved the goal posts so … Paris climate deal is a shamRead more
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Alaska’s melting permafrost
Up to a quarter of the permafrost that lies just under the ground surface in Alaska could thaw by the end of the century, releasing … Alaska’s melting permafrostRead more
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Climate change’s fingerprint on Deep Ocean
From overfishing to mineral mining, we humans subject our oceans to myriad stressors. Many hundreds of metres below the surface, the deep sea isn’t untouched … Climate change’s fingerprint on Deep OceanRead more
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A toothless tiger in Paris agreement
The US, the EU and some other developed countries have demanded that poor and vulnerable countries commit at Paris that they shall never ask for … A toothless tiger in Paris agreementRead more
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The Paris Climate Talks, Brought To You By The Fossil Fuel Industry
Engie, formally known as GDF Suez, is a massive energy company — according to the Brand Finance Brandirectory, it is the most valuable utilities company … The Paris Climate Talks, Brought To You By The Fossil Fuel IndustryRead more
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Scientists’ open letter to the Wall Street Journal
The opinion piece published in The Wall Street Journal by Matt Ridley and Benny Peiser (“Your Complete Guide to the Climate Debate” Nov. 27, 2015) … Scientists’ open letter to the Wall Street JournalRead more
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Loss and damage
The United States will allow the words “loss and damage” in the Paris accords only if it is agreed that the U.S. is not liable … Loss and damageRead more