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Health Consequences of Climate Change

The health impact of climate change is a critical issue that policy-makers should be aware of while setting priorities for action and investment to mitigate the impact of global climate change

11 Mar 2009

Fumigation Insecticide Gas Could Cause Significant Greenhouse Warming

A gas used for fumigation has the potential to contribute significantly to future greenhouse warming, but because its production has not yet reached high levels there is still time to nip this potential contributor in the bud

11 Mar 2009

With Support Renewable Power Will Provide 40 Percent of Global Electricity by 2050

With adequate financial and political support, renewable energy technologies like wind and photovoltaics could supply 40 percent of the world's electricity by 2050

11 Mar 2009

Nutritional Value of Algae Reduced by Climate Change

Researchers have found that micro-algae grow faster at a higher CO2 concentration yet this growth was also associated with a change in the composition of the algae

11 Mar 2009

Shell and Codexis Expand Collaboration On Next Generation Biofuel

Royal Dutch Shell plc and Codexis, Inc. today announced an expanded agreement to develop better enzymes that could accelerate commercialisation of next generation biofuels

11 Mar 2009

Sustainable Made-to-Order Designer Furniture Launched By SIDD Launches

SIDD Fine Woodworking has opened its studio and workshop in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. As a company that both designs and builds its products entirely in-house, SIDD is positioned to provide high end modern furnishings that are innovative, interesting, and uniquely well made

10 Mar 2009