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Economists need some reality checks

Posted on 28 April 2009 by Peter Boyer

How is it that with all the evidence about our climate and energy future, including diminishing oil reserves, economists still count on endless growth? Continue reading →

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Australia takes the low road

Posted on 23 December 2008 by Peter Boyer

Kevin Rudd’s promise of leadership on climate change is looking fraudulent in the wake of the pathetic emissions targets announced last week. Continue reading →

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We can take heart from California’s experience

Posted on 4 November 2008 by Peter Boyer

We can get long-term benefit from early action on climate change, but we need to start soon. That’s the lesson from California. Continue reading →

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