Green investments can overcome the paradox of thrift
We need real public investment in Green projects now. Few economists will be entirely surprised that the UK is officially back in recession. We are witnessing a classic case of … read more »
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Umweltschutz für den Euro
Die Europäische Union muss klimaverträgliches Wachstum fördern und private Investitionen entfesseln. Das hilft auch der Wirtschaft aus der Krise. Zeit Online
Fiscal responsibility and a growth story for Europe
The European Union has reached a critical point in its history, facing simultaneously a severe political-economic crisis, and its biggest opportunity to create and sustain prosperity and well-being for its … read more »
What is the role of energy innovation in delivering a secure, affordable low carbon economy?
EuroNews, Comments Visions. Discussion. May 2012.
Ten principles for an effective business and innovation policy in the UK
The Growth Factory: 21st century industrial strategy for the UK. May 2012.
Book Review: Climate Wars: What People Will Be Killed for in The 21st Century by Harald Welzer
Struggles over drinking water, new outbreaks of mass violence, ethnic cleansing, civil wars in the earth’s poorest countries, endless flows of refugees: these are the new conflicts and forces shapi… … read more »
Flash floods are on the rise, while the budget to tackle them sinks
Bob Ward: The Environment Agency has warned the UK to expect more floods but its advice seems to be falling on deaf ears the Guardian
We need a Queen’s Speech for growth
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Shale gas: how does the hype stack up against robust analysis of the evidence?
A strident campaign has been mounted over the past couple of years to promote shale gas as a ‘game-changing’ new source of energy that can be extracted readily and in … read more »
Our dirty secret? Getting to grips with national greenhouse gas outsourcing (PDF)
Despite the UK’s success in reducing territorial emissions, we are importing significantly more emissions than ever we have shifted the production of many domestically consumed goods abroad, particularly to China. read more »