Each country must exercise agency to fully capture the benefits of the BRI. So far, Nigeria hasn’t. By Tola Amusan China’s presence in Africa has sparked widespread debate…… Read more “What Nigeria Can Teach Us About China’s Belt and Road”
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Greece: Energy companies must give up 90 percent of their extra profits to cover electricity costs for citizens
by Kontrast.at Energy and power companies are among the biggest beneficiaries of the current crisis. Bills are skyrocketing for the population, while energy suppliers are making billions…… Read more “Greece: Energy companies must give up 90 percent of their extra profits to cover electricity costs for citizens”
Going Beyond Charity: How Businesses Can Achieve Permanent Sustainability
BY MARJORIE KELLY Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, his spouse and two adult children announced that they will be giving away the ownership of their company which is…… Read more “Going Beyond Charity: How Businesses Can Achieve Permanent Sustainability”
Young Farmers Can Help the US Meet Its Climate Goals. Is Washington Listening?
A new survey shows that 86% of US farmers under 40 practice regenerative agriculture. But many — especially farmers of color — struggle to access land and…… Read more “Young Farmers Can Help the US Meet Its Climate Goals. Is Washington Listening?”
Fast Fashion Is an Environmental Catastrophe. Is Composting Your Clothes the Solution?
A slate of brands are marketing clothing that they say can break down in your backyard. Bridget ShirvellX October 7, 2022 Published in: Fast Company •Discover Magazine When…… Read more “Fast Fashion Is an Environmental Catastrophe. Is Composting Your Clothes the Solution?”
Light pollution policy: don’t forget the birds
Shanghai’s environmental regulations now cover light, but scientific measures to reduce its impact on migratory birds and other wildlife are still needed The central Shanghai district of…… Read more “Light pollution policy: don’t forget the birds”
Adapting China to extreme weather
Climate adaptation of industry and infrastructure is a matter of national concern after extreme weather battered China’s manufacturing centres this summer <img src="https://cdn.chinadialogue.net/content/uploads/2022/10/19093902/Beijiang-Park-partially-flooded_Alamy_2JDMXP1-scaled.jpg" alt="A park flooded by…… Read more “Adapting China to extreme weather”
This New Imaging System Could Be a Game Changer in the Fight to Save Coral Reefs
Scientists have developed an airborne imaging technology that will allow them to spot ailing coral reefs up to 70 feet underwater. Sandali HandagamaXAgostino PetroniX June 1, 2021…… Read more “This New Imaging System Could Be a Game Changer in the Fight to Save Coral Reefs”
How Chinese celebrities are amplifying official policy on Taiwan, pushing ‘One China’ messages to millions of fans online
Chinese stars Xie Na, far right, and Huang Xiaoming, second from left, were among those reposting the ‘One China’ message. VCG via Getty Images Dan Chen, University…… Read more “How Chinese celebrities are amplifying official policy on Taiwan, pushing ‘One China’ messages to millions of fans online”
A Dilemma for California Legislators: Preserve Public Beaches or Protect Coastal Homes
Officials are building barriers to protect homes from rising seas, but the barriers are hastening erosion. David ShultzX May 27, 2021 Published in: Forbes Up and down…… Read more “A Dilemma for California Legislators: Preserve Public Beaches or Protect Coastal Homes”
Glaciers in the Alps are melting faster than ever – and 2022 was their worst summer yet
The Aletsch Glacier in Switzerland is the largest in the Alps. A century ago it was several kilometres longer and several hundred metres thicker. Alberto Garcia Guillen…… Read more “Glaciers in the Alps are melting faster than ever – and 2022 was their worst summer yet”
China’s plan to clean up ‘new pollutants’
Hopes are high that an action plan will help control chemicals with ongoing harmful effects, though experts note a lack of supporting legislation Shopping for toothpaste in…… Read more “China’s plan to clean up ‘new pollutants’”