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Bioenergy from the Scum of the Earth

One of the simplest plants on Earth could help us out of a few complex problems. Algae may not only help us mitigate climate change, they could also become one of the few truly sustainable biofuels.

Wind Power: The Big Promise

Wind power has seen tremendous growth in Europe, but worldwide wind potential is still underdeveloped. Is your place suited for wind power production?

Solar Power: Straight from the Source

The Earth receives more energy from the sun on a day than mankind uses in a year. So why is solar power of no importance for the global energy mix?

Fossil Fuels
Oil: “If You Invest More, You Find More”

Oil: “If You Invest More, You Find More”

Didier Houssin, Director, Oil Markets and Emergency Preparedness at the International Energy Agency, explains why energy resources are not the problem to worry about.

 

Energy Efficiency
Shock Therapy: How an Energy Crisis Could Help the Planet

Shock Therapy: How an Energy Crisis Could Help the Planet

With oil prices rising towards the historic benchmark of 100 dollars a barrel, fears of economic crisis are growing. Surprisingly, this might be exactly what we need to save the Earth's climate.

 


Renewable Energy
Profiles of Four Renewable Energy Sources

Profiles of Four Renewable Energy Sources

The renewable energy business is booming. Here is a survey of the leading renewable technologies of today and tomorrow -- wind, solar, biomass and hydrogen.

 

Emissions Trading
Pay as You Go: The Pros and Cons of Carbon Offsets

Pay as You Go: The Pros and Cons of Carbon Offsets

Carbon offset companies are in the business of “neutralizing” the carbon footprints of consumers, companies, and even rock bands. Requiring only a credit card and a few mouse clicks, clearing your climate conscience has gotten easy. Too easy?

 


Climate and Business
The Business Case for Sanitation

The Business Case for Sanitation

Access to sanitation is a precondition for development. Water expert Jürg Gerber explains why sanitation is nevertheless not high on the agenda.

 

Energy Profiles
Nuclear Profile: Back from the Dead?

Nuclear Profile: Back from the Dead?

After triple-digit growth rates during the 1970s and 1980s, the nuclear industry virtually died after a series of massive accidents. But with high oil and gas prices and concerns about global warming, nuclear power is making a comeback.

 

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