Though industrialization has produced a breathtaking rise in living standards wherever it has occurred, much of that progress has been based on technologies that have wreaked havoc on the physical environment. The challenge now is to create a new growth paradigm that enables us to preserve ecosystems, ensure sufficient supplies of food and fresh water, and manage unforeseen environmental challenges.
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Rethinking Emissions Reduction
Rethinking Emissions Reduction
Mar 6, 2014 David Hone proposes a new model to guide efforts to combat climate change.
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The Third World’s Drinking Problem
The Third World’s Drinking Problem
Feb 19, 2014 Asit K. Biswas & Peter Brabeck-Letmathe recommend a new approach to addressing developing countries' water and sanitation challenges.
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The Road from Thirst
The Road from Thirst
Feb 11, 2014 Mahmoud Mohieldin identifies four areas for action on the water-related challenges that are impeding economic development and poverty reduction.
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Scaling Up Water Sustainability
Scaling Up Water Sustainability
Jan 15, 2014 Giulio Boccaletti argues that now is the time to invest in large-scale water infrastructure.
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Finishing Off Hunger
Finishing Off Hunger
Dec 9, 2013 Jomo Kwame Sundaram on the persistence of high rates of under-nutrition worldwide.
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Food for All
Food for All
Nov 13, 2013 Jeremy Oppenheim & Tristram Stuart outline a new approach to feeding the world's poor.
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