Singapore, a global hub of innovation and economic prosperity, has been called upon to intensify its environmental and climate-related actions, according to Astrid Puentes Riaño, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. Following her official visit to the city-state, Puentes Riaño lauded Singapore’s accomplishments while … Read more
The Air We Breathe: A Global Health Threat Everyone loves a breath of fresh air. Unfortunately, too often our air is anything but fresh. While air quality varies dramatically from place to place and day to day, nearly the entire world—about 99% of the global population—is exposed to air at some point that doesn’t meet … Read more
Some of my frequent commenters know that I recently returned from a visit to Southeast Asia. In this post, I would like to present a little energy-related information about this part of the world. Most of my information is from published energy reports, but a little is from my visit to Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. … Read more
Artist and activist Marina DeBris makes high-fashion creations designed to shock and disgust. A mini-dress made from matted wads of discarded fabric scraps. A corset of disposable straws, with plastic forks dangling from the waist. Skirts of knotted plastic fishing line with a bodice made from takeaway soy sauce containers. All her outfits are made … Read more
Europe Braces for Energy Crunch as Qatar Threatens Gas cuts Table of Contents Europe Braces for Energy Crunch as Qatar Threatens Gas cuts A Perfect Storm of Energy Challenges Europe Braces for Energy Crisis as Winter Looms Exclusive Interview with Energy Expert Dr. Anna schmidt A Perfect Storm: Geopolitics and Supply Chain Disruptions Renewable Energy: … Read more
PolandS EU Presidency: A Pivotal Moment for Energy Security and industrial Competitiveness Table of Contents PolandS EU Presidency: A Pivotal Moment for Energy Security and industrial Competitiveness prioritizing Energy Security Amidst Global Uncertainty Boosting Industrial Competitiveness Through a clean Energy Transition Understanding online Privacy and Personalized Ads Poland’s EU Presidency: A Pivotal Moment for Energy … Read more