United Nations Climate Report Warns 12 Years to Control Climate Change
Staff writer Judy Koren describes a far more catastrophic image of the impacts climate change will have on the earth if global leaders do not step up and demand change.
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The Future of Plastic Pollution in our Oceans
As we progress further into the 21st Century the need for clean oceans and sustainable development is critical. Expert Dr. Tinker provides more in-depth analysis on the issue.
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Thailand Environmental Protests Esclate
A thousand people gathered in protest against government-led constructions on forest land.
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French Police Clash with Eco-Activist in France
French activists fired a flare at a police helicopter and clashed with riot officers as authorities cleared out a protest camp erected nearly a decade ago to block construction of an airport.
Read MoreIn His Last Tour of Asia, Obama Pushes Trade and the Environment
President Barack Obama, during his last trip to Asia, brought attention to the TPP which represents an American rebalance toward Asia. He argues it will eliminate tariffs and other protectionist measures with the goal of creating jobs and increasing living standards in all member nations.
Read MoreEnvironmental Implications of the Ethiopian Drought
The effects of the El Niño event have absolutely devastated the Horn of Africa, particularly Ethiopia. The country has experienced its worst drought in over 50 years.
Read MoreEnvironmental Crisis in Brazil Sparks Political Conversation
Brazil’s government has faced much controversy over its actions regarding not only the mine clean-up, but Brazil’s failing economy.
Read MoreBolivian Lake Dries Up, El Niño to Blame
The Bolivian government has asked for approximately $140 million in aid to be able to take measures to rebuild the Poopo watershed, but most critics are saying that it is far too late to save the lake.
Read MoreCOP21 Delegates Reach Final Climate Change Draft Agreement
French President Francois Hollande set the deadline for noon on December 6 to have a simplified and bare text that would be ready for the foreign ministers who are set to arrive over the weekend, according to the New York Times.
Read MoreWho Will Fund the Climate Change Agreement?
A major basis for Republican dissent is that President Obama oversteps his constitutional powers by promising funds or negotiating global deals without congressional approval, regardless of subject matter. Those in opposition to the GOP argue that lawmakers do not vote on deals, but on treaties, which require Senate ratification.
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