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Is There Enough Biomass to Fuel the World? Part III

Mr. Sustainability

How to divert energy flows from fossil to renewable using electricity and biomass Summary - Up to 20% of our energy needs could be met by sustainably harvested biomass, in particular food and agricultural waste, as well as manure. In part II we learned that the world needs 435 TWh of energy per day. Or is there?

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How forestry conservation is sustaining both the climate and livelihoods in the Congo

Business Green

Deforestation and forest degradation are the second leading causes of global warming, responsible for about 15 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions. It addresses not just climate, but also biodiversity, livelihoods, the rights of indigenous peoples, and effective funding. The results are encouraging. Empathy helps.