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Geoengineering’s gender problem could put the planet at risk

Grist

Studies on industrial and water contamination , air pollution , and other environmental concerns have since backed it up. The term “white male effect” was first used to describe the disparity in risk perception in 1994, by researchers conducting a survey on people’s attitudes to 25 technological and environmental hazards.

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Climate Change: Where Are We Now?

Unsustainable

Photo Credit: REUTERS While some politicians and citizens continue to deny the existence of man-made global warming, the evidence supporting it continues to grow. The UCSUSA points out that “Consequences of global warming include drought, sea level rise, flooding, extreme weather, and species loss.

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Global Briefing: UN summit sees $400bn pledged towards clean energy

Business Green

All the top green business news from around the world this week, including fresh WHO air pollution guidelines and global coal, methane and HFC commitments. World Health Organisation unveils tighter air pollution guidelines. Study: Renewable energy could deliver 25 million jobs in Africa and Asia.

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