About Renewable Energy Markets 2014 For nearly 20 years, the annual Renewable Energy Markets (REM) conference has been the leading forum for the clean energy marketplace. Attracting participants from around the globe who share an interest in and commitment to promoting clean energy, REM remains the only conference of its …
ScienceDaily: Top Environment News :Genetic analysis saves major apple-producing region of Washington state
ScienceDaily: Top Environment News Genetic analysis saves major apple-producing region of Washington state Acoustic monitoring of Atlantic cod reveals clues to spawning behavior Computer simulations yield clues to how cells interact with surroundings When a gene is worth two: Same gene fulfills different biological roles in plants Invasive species: Understanding …
Syrian Elite Smuggle Out Billions, New Report Finds
GFI in the News Syrian Elite Smuggle Out Billions, New Report Finds The Wall Street Journal, December 2, 2011 By Christopher Matthews As Syria teeters on the edge of revolution, the ruling elite are likely diverting millions in illicit capital out of the country, according to a forthcoming report by …
Renewables 2011: Global Status Report
Changes in renewable energy markets, investments, industries, and policies have been so rapid in recent years that perceptions of the status of renewable energy can lag years behind the reality. This report captures that reality and provides a unique overview of renewable energy worldwide as of early 2011. The report …
A Brief Overview of Why You May not be Able to Resist Advertising with Children and Puppies
The Current State of Ethical Advertising by Maria O. Pinochet, Ethical Markets Research Advisory Board Historically, the role of advertising has been to communicate the offer of a service or product in order to inform audiences about the details of place and price. In turn, the viewers, listeners and readers …
Differing Perceptions, Assumptions, Forecasting Styles Between Economists and Futurists
Economists forecast from past data; extrapolating trends Now also use optimistic, pessimistic forecasts Futurists construct “What If” scenarios; trends are not destiny Click here to download the PDF.
The Global Green Economy Index–A Project Measuring National Green Reputations
The Global Green Economy Index is an annual survey measuring expert perceptions of national green reputations along the dimensions of leadership, policy, investment and tourism. In 2011, 27 countries will be measured in addition to their largest metropolitan area. This project serves as an important tool for nations to monitor …