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Has meat been given a bum rap?

Posted on 7 June 2011 by Peter Boyer

Meat has been branded a significant culprit in our greenhouse emissions, but a new study suggests its role may have been exaggerated. [7 June 2011 | Peter Boyer] One of the mantras that’s completely lost on me is “we are … Continue reading →

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Conversations around a Christmas table

Posted on 21 December 2010 by Peter Boyer

Christmas is a reminder of how far we have still to travel to achieve universal peace and goodwill, but for all its problems life is still worth celebrating. [21 December 2010 | Peter Boyer] Christmas is family, friends and a … Continue reading →

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A triumph of fear, doubt, ignorance

Posted on 23 November 2010 by Peter Boyer

The US mid-term elections have stopped US climate action dead in its tracks. Obama has intentions of continuing the battle, but he doesn’t seem to have his heart in it. [23 November 2010 | Peter Boyer] Things are getting serious. For … Continue reading →

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