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Climate Change & Energy: Fossil fuels

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Industrial development has, until now, largely been based on fossil fuel use. But, as concerns over global climate change grow, there is mounting pressure for countries to move towards greener, cleaner sources of fuel.

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Opinions and Analysis

Climate change: Bring Africa in from the cold

For Africa to effectively adapt to climate change, the rules of the game must change in Copenhagen, says Araya Asfaw.

4 March 2009 | EN | FR

Sorghum 'Energy grasses' need careful consideration

'Energy grasses' are viewed as an alternative to fossil fuels, but their potential failings need further consideration, warns Jiang Gaoming.

9 September 2008 | EN | 中文
Source: China Dialogue

Cleaner coal power for China is possible

18 August 2005 | EN | 中文
Source: Nature


News and Features

China's nitrogen emissions could worsen pollution

China has reduced its sulphur dioxide emissions, but its failure to reduce nitrogen emissions could worsen acid rain in the country.

4 November 2009 | EN | 中文

China faces colossal bill for a low-carbon economy

Scenarios — and costs — for attaining a low-carbon economy in China are outlined in a major report.

23 September 2009 | EN | 中文

Climate salvation from low-soot stoves?

17 April 2009 | EN | 中文
Source: International Herald Tribune