Saving the People with Green Jobs

The world is in financial turmoil. Stock markets are collapsing and many countries are in a recession. This means that thousands are losing their jobs as unemployment increases all over the world. Such grim fiscal times threaten to put a damper on green development – but green development could be what saves the masses. The solution for the economy could also be the solution for the environment.

Can the Sahara Power Europe

One of Europe’s most precious natural commodities could be situated right across the Mediterranean – the Sahara Desert. The Sahara desert has long been regarded a vast expanse of scorched earth with no practical application. Now its immense solar potential is causing scientist to predict that it could power Europe for centuries.

Global Warming Compromises National Security

The money that the US military spends on fuel funds their oil-producing enemies. By using renewable energy sources, the militray could save the environment, and themselves.

The Case of the Missing Carbon

6.5 billion tons of carbon is emitted from burning fossil fuels and 1.5 billion is emitted from deforestation. However, only less than half that total (3.2 billion tons) remains in the atmosphere to warm the planet. What has happened to the rest?