2008-03-25 – China – human values
Xinjiang: China’s ‘other Tibet’
While reports of unrest in Tibet frequently grab headlines around the world, little attention is given to what several human rights groups have dubbed China’s “other Tibet”. China’s ..continue…
2008-03-21 – United Kingdom – ecology
Nanotechnology is the new ‘biodiversity threat’
Environmental scientists and policy makers have drawn up a list of the 25 new and most pressing issues likely to affect biodiversity in the UK between now and 2050. As well as highlighting areas where ..continue…
2008-03-21 – International – food
Advocacy Firm: “Organic Foods are Superior”
Organically grown plant-based foods are 25 percent more nutrient dense, on average, than its conventional counterparts. These conclusions were made on the basis of an indepth review of the published s ..continue…
2008-03-20 – Africa – health
Nature’s Answers to the Sanitation Challenge
At a prison on the East coast of Africa, in-mates are pioneering a sanitation project that is working with nature to neutralize human wastes. The initiative, involving the development of a wetland to ..continue…
2008-03-20 – Switzerland – water
UN uses Water in Lake Geneva to reduce Carbon Footprint
International organisations have long enjoyed the glorious view of Lake Geneva from their offices, but will now turn their setting to a practical advantage, by using the Lake’s water to cool and h ..continue…
2008-03-20 – International – CSR
World Bank seeks $5 bln for clean energy fund
Donor commitments to finance a World Bank clean technology fund for developing countries have not yet reached the $5 billion target, the bank’s top environment official says. Talks with donors are ..continue…
2008-03-18 – United States – waste
Consumers Ready To Kiss Convenience Packaging Goodbye
More than half of U.S. consumers would give up all forms of packaging provided for convenience purposes if it would benefit the environment, including: packaging designed for easy stacking/storing at ..continue…
2008-03-18 – United States – water
Celebrate World Water Day in the United States
Water is a basic requirement for all life, yet water resources are facing increasing demands from, and competition among, users. In 1992, the UN General Assembly designated 22 March of each year as th ..continue…
2008-03-17 – Ireland – CSR
Climate change could turn Ireland’s green to brown
Climate change could turn Ireland’s legendary emerald landscape a dusty tan, with profound effects on its society and culture, a new study released in time for St. Patrick’s Day reported. Enti ..continue…
2008-03-17 – United States – CSR
Survey Sets Benchmarks for Tracking Book Industry Sustainability
A large chunk of the book industry is embracing green publishing, and sustainability is steadily spreading through the book world, says a new report. “Environmental Trends and Climate Impacts,&qu ..continue…
2008-03-17 – International – policy
Ozone Case Shows Bush Meddling In Science-Watchdogs
President George W. Bush’s decision to intervene in setting air pollution standards is part of a longstanding administration pattern of meddling in environmental science, watchdog groups said on F ..continue…
2008-03-14 – China – waste
The Dirty Side of a “Green” Industry
As people worldwide increasingly feel the heat of climate change, many are applauding the skyrocketing growth China’s fledging solar-cell industry. Solar power and other “green” tech ..continue…
