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Climate Change & Energy: Fossil fuels

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Industrial development has, until now, largely been based on fossil fuel use. But, as concerns over global climate change grow, there is mounting pressure for countries to move towards greener, cleaner sources of fuel.

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Opinions and Analysis

After Rio+20, developing countries must take the lead

Last week's summit has confirmed that sustainable development will only be achieved through the political leadership of developing countries.

29 June 2012 | EN | ES | FR | 中文

'Algal biofuels are no energy panacea'

Algal biofuels, like crops, demand land, water, fertilisers, pesticides and inputs that are costly for India, says Hoysall Chanakya.

11 June 2012 | EN


News and Features

Nepal to generate electricity from waste

Nepal sees waste-to-energy projects as a way to meet energy demand and also manage waste.

3 May 2013 | EN

Aerosols confirmed rising over India

A new ground study confirms a trend in tiny polluting particles rising over India.

18 April 2013 | EN