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All items tagged renewable energyOpen Think Tank ArticlesJanuary 26, 2012 | Renewable Energy as an Incentive for PeaceKeri Elise Majikes: The US can eliminate Iran’s incentives for developing nuclear technology without becoming militarily involved by creating an economic agreement that establishes Iran as a leader in renewable energy. Such an agreement would be less expensive than a military operation against Iran. ... MoreJuly 29, 2011 | Germany's Green Energy QuandaryBirgit Hütten: Most Germans support replacing nuclear energy with renewables. But renewable energy is expensive, and many who live near production facilities oppose it. Now, Germany must reconcile the social desirability of green energy with individual citizens’ opposition to its enormous costs. ... MoreJuly 5, 2011 | The Nuclear Power Endgame Begins in GermanyR. Andreas Kraemer: Economics, risk assessments and public pressure force many countries to halt nuclear power and shift to green energy. Without a “civilian” use of nuclear technology, a repeal of the Euratom Treaty, and reform of the IAEA and the NPT can be envisioned. ... MoreGlobal Must Read ArticlesDecember 8, 2010 | The Unused Potential of Hydropower in EuropeHydropower often gets overlooked in the debate surrounding renewable energy, as wind parks and solar or nuclear plants feature prominently in the news. However, this neglect is not justified as hydropower represents an attractive and increasingly cost-efficient clean way to produce energy. Nevertheless, 36 percent of hydropower is not being used for energy production in Europe today, with 59 ... MoreSeptember 14, 2009 | India's Poorest Could Benefit From Change to RenewablesWith the upcoming climate summit in Copenhagen this December, India’s government has to define its long-term strategy to fight possible environmental disaster. India, in particular, is likely to be one of the countries most strongly affected by climate shifts. The argument which allocates the burden of cutting carbon emission to the nations responsible for the atmospheric pollution, the western ... MoreJuly 7, 2009 | The Future of the Service Industry at a Glance As a worldwide logistics and transport company, June 25, 2009 | Green Revolution Can Overthrow Iran's OppressorsThe only way to deal with Iran’s theocratic dictatorship is investing in renewable energy. ++ US President Barack Obama should enhance his efforts to end America’s reliance from Iranian fuel. ++ It is “the one thing we could do without firing a shot.” ++ Western economic sanctions would hit Tehran harder, if oil prices were low. ++ Iranian leaders would have to encourage their people to innovate ... MoreMarch 16, 2009 | Turning Myth Into RealityThe debate on renewable energy sources produced many failed ideas and attempts. ++ Hence, the motto that viable fusion energy is “20 years away and always will be.” ++ But the government sponsored National Ignition Faculty with its promise to deliver carbon free electricity creates new hope. ++ Time will tell whether the promise will be delivered, but what’s for sure is that ... MoreFebruary 11, 2009 | Davos: A First Step Out of the CrisisDavos provided the starting point of the way out of the financial crisis by bringing together G-20 leaders. ++ Climate change can become part of the economic revival, with the job and technology opportunities that sustainable energy offers. ++ An important conclusion is the need to review businesses’ system of renumeration, and short-term greed must be addressed. ++ Davos participants ... MoreCommentsSeptember 18, 2011 | Though I am not sure of it because of...July 31, 2011 | Dear Birgit Hütten; Having read your...June 30, 2011 | Dear Ms. Dawe, I fully agree with you that...June 29, 2011 | Articulating a wish list of what is needed in...April 16, 2011 | The reneawable energy resources have been...October 26, 2010 | Dear Ms Wörlen, Yes, you are right in saying...May 15, 2010 | As is well known, biomass consists of lignin...March 20, 2009 | It will be interesting to see the impact on...March 17, 2009 | The age of the fossil fuels is over. Arguing... |
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