Notes from a rare planet: Norway creates Energy+ to promote clean energy in developing nations to combat climate change

Norway wants to channel billions of dollars for renewable energy in developing nations to protect forests (Reuters) “Energy+ is an initiative to promote access to energy and low-carbon development” in developing nations, according to an internal document from the Ministry … Continue reading

Notes from a rare planet: Denmark invests the most in clean energy as percentage of GDP. US? 17th.

Denmark invests the most in clean energy per GDP. The US? 17th. China is second (first in overall spending) (Yale Environment 360) “The report says that China is currently investing $65 billion a year in clean tech, with renewable energy … Continue reading

Notes from a rare planet: Plants need conservation loving too

Plants need conservation loving too: Endangered Plants: Smithsonian Spotlights At-Risk Flora “Organized by the museum and the American Society of Botanical Artists, Losing Paradise is both art and science exhibit. The portraits on display were chosen for their beauty, but … Continue reading