Greece, Italy See Solar as Path to Economic Stability

In places like Africa and India, solar energy has long been hailed for its ability to raise standards of living and boost developing economies. For two established members of the European Union, it may have the power to restore international confidence. View original post here: Greece, Italy See Solar as Path to Economic Stability … [Read more...]

Baby Steps in Climate Negotiations are Still Steps in the Right Direction

I wasn’t able to attend the [frustrating] climate change talks in Durban, South Africa this year, although I would have loved to. South Africa is an incredible place to visit. I say the talks are frustrating because they always seem to go the same way Read more: Baby Steps in Climate Negotiations are Still Steps in the Right Direction … [Read more...]

International Climate Conference Opens in South Africa

Global warming already is causing suffering and conflict in Africa, from drought in Sudan and Somalia to flooding in South Africa, President Jacob Zuma said Monday, urging delegates at an international climate conference to look beyond national interests for solutions. Read the original post: International Climate Conference Opens in South Africa … [Read more...]

Climate negotiations open, focus on emissions cuts

Global warming already is causing suffering and conflict in Africa, from drought in Sudan and Somalia to flooding in South Africa, President Jacob Zuma said Monday, urging delegates at an international climate conference to look beyond national interests for solutions. Read more here: Climate negotiations open, focus on emissions cuts … [Read more...]

Global warming is causing weirder and wilder weather

WASHINGTON -- Think of the Texas drought, floods in Thailand and Russia's heat waves as coming attractions in a warming world. That is the warning from top climate scientists and disaster experts after meeting in Africa. See the original post: Global warming is causing weirder and wilder weather … [Read more...]