Published by Promoting Economic Pluralism
As global emissions continue to rise, the idea that the world will likely overshoot its climate targets is increasingly becoming a reality. In response, a growing contingent of companies have …
A new coalition is placing a big bet on carbon removal technology Read More
Iceland is forging a model for the ‘blue economy’ that has driven down waste and enhanced the value of fish. Supported by a vibrant innovation ecosystem, the seafood sector is …
Notes from Iceland: How the blue economy can drive value and cut waste Read More
The economic theory behind solar tariffs is simple: Solar cells and panels made abroad are often cheaper, thanks to lower manufacturing costs and generous government subsidies from countries like China. …
How ‘USA-first’ failed the solar industry Read More
When Emmanuel* came to work in the UK, the conditions on the boat were the worst he had ever seen. Having grown up around fishing in Ghana, for him it …
The Hidden Hostile Environment in the Fishing Industry Read More
Deluges and strict lockdowns in China have disrupted farming in a way that country’s winter wheat harvest next month remains one of the big uncertainties in a global economy that is already struggling with high commodity …
China’s uncertain wheat harvest engenders fear for global economy Read More
The world’s first offshore wind farm opened off the coast of Lolland, Denmark, in 1991. Since then, the global installed capacity has grown to nearly 35 gigawatts – enough to power …
How four big industries are driving the exploitation of our oceans Read More
It is hard to know how much Sri Lankan forest has been cut down as fuel shortages force people to use firewood to cook: inspectors have halted deforestation patrols because …
Sri Lanka’s economic crisis exposes gaps in renewable energy push Read More
At the beginning of last year, 187 countries took steps to limit the export of plastic trash from wealthy to developing countries. It’s not working as well as they hoped. …
Rich countries are illegally exporting plastic trash to poor countries, data suggests Read More
Britain is set to be a “transit” country for natural gas supplies to Europe this summer as the continent scrambles to ditch its dependency on Russian reserves. National Grid has predicted …
Britain to become gas ‘bridge’ to Europe Read More
AILSA CHANG, HOST: All right. We’re going to take a moment now to look at the state of the Native American economy. A new series running on the website Indian …
Native American economy leads rural communities Read More