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A letter to the Prime Minister

Our new Prime Minister looks and sounds the goods. But climate action needs more than smart looks and the right words. [29 June 2010 | Peter Boyer] Dear Julia You have shown that in this land of opportunity, women can rise … Continue reading

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The expensive red-herring that is “clean coal”

In the national effort to cut carbon emissions, “clean coal” is a fraught issue: the technology is feasible but financial and physical issues make it a dubious prospect. It’s real danger is in encouraging prolonged use of coal. Continue reading

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