Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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While renewable sources have made some inroads in some developing countries — particularly in China and India — government subsidies for fossil fuels have held down prices in many others.
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Opinions and Analysis
Asia-Pacific Analysis: Go green not nuclear
Crispin Maslog says the region should follow the Philippines' lead and focus on renewable, not nuclear power.
29 March 2012
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Arab countries need green economies rooted in science
Reforms in the Arab region should focus on transitioning to a green economy, argues award-winning environmental advocate Najib Saab.
28 March 2012
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Creating an 'energy Internet' for the poor
13 March 2012
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Source: OurWorld 2.0
Policy Briefs
Measuring progress on technology for development
The Rio+20 Secretariat's analysis of S&T trends and achievements since the 1992 Earth Summit points to ways of accelerating progress.
16 March 2012
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Source: UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20)
Anticipating the drawbacks of biofuels
Growing biofuels requires careful consideration, particularly with regards to food security and livelihoods.
16 January 2009
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Source: IWMI
News and Features
Can self-interest drive sustainable energy for all?
Will a bottom-up approach suffice for the UN's Sustainable Energy for All initiative, or does it need more formal support from Rio+20, asks Smriti Mallapaty?
29 May 2012
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Innovation 'must consider water, energy and land jointly'
Technological innovation needs to consider the interdependency of water, energy and land resources, says a European report.
25 May 2012
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Pakistan’s renewable energy awaits tapping
23 May 2012
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Biofuels goals 'may lead to food shortages'
21 May 2012
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