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Nuclear technology is often mooted as a climate-friendly way for the South to meet its growing energy needs. But how safe is it?

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Opinions and Analysis

There is uncertainty over nuclear development in the Middle East Middle East nuclear programmes could prove risky

Nuclear development in the Middle East could prove disastrous if intentions move away from peaceful programmes, says Jalil Roshandel.

30 March 2007 | EN | ??
Source: Middle East Times

The panel will provide scientific advice on the use of resources such as oil Fuelling a sustainable future

John P. Holdren says that North or South, achieving a sustainable standard of living means shifting to efficient alternatives.

9 February 2007 | EN
Source: Science


News and Features

Yvo De Boer Q&A: Clean technologies with Yvo de Boer

Yvo de Boer, the UN climate chief, speaks to SciDev.Net about getting clean technology into the developing world.

1 December 2008 | EN

yak South Asia News in brief: 1–15 March 2008

A round-up of news from or about South Asia for the period 1–15 March 2008.

20 March 2008 | EN