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All items tagged fossil fuelsGlobal Must Read ArticlesFebruary 26, 2010 | Dumped Hummers Are for the BetterThe American hummer is an endangered specie. ++ 9000 of these “gas guzzlers” were sold this year against 71 000 in 2006. ++ Even the Chinese Communist Party is suspected to have rebuffed GM’s offer to buy the sinking brand because of its polluting reputation. ++ Americans seem to drive a little less and use public transportation more. ++ “Still, the Hummer’s tale is a vivid example of the ... MoreMarch 30, 2009 | Brazil at the Avant-garde in Fighting Global Warming“Brazil’s experience shows how developing countries can contribute to combating climate change globally.” ++ The country derives 46% of its energy from renewable sources against the global average of 13%. ++ Yet, it is developed countries through their consumption and production methods that are mainly responsible for climate change, whilst developing countries suffer most from its ... MoreJune 24, 2008 | Using the Oil Shock to Prevent Climate ShockReducing the West’s dependence on fossil fuels from Russia and the Middle East requires lowering reliance on this type of energy altogether. ++ Many governments are “doing their utmost to increase and subsidize supplies” but this is not the revolutionary kind of action needed to avoid catastrophe. ++ Democratic leaders need to “lead, decide, and inspire,” display courage and stop shying away from ... MoreCommentsJuly 29, 2008 | Dear Mr. Mohamed ElBaradei, I agree 100%.... |
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