In a new research, WWF (Worldwide fund for Nature) Sweden has determined that saving forests is five times better than carbon capture for climate action.
WWF (Worldwide fund for Nature) Sweden, in a recent research, has opined that saving forests is five times better than carbon capture for climate action.
WWF Sweden is urging its government to get behind an effective international agreement on halting forest loss as a key and highly cost effective measure on climate change.
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A new WWF report warns that climate change is occurring much faster than predicted by the scientific fraternity, and will wreak havoc unless action is taken on a global scale.
A new WWF report warns that climate change is occurring much faster than predicted by the scientific fraternity, and will wreak havoc unless action is taken on a global scale.
"One Swedish krona to stem deforestation results in the same emissions reductions as five kronor for the controversial carbon capture and storage technique," Gustavsson added.
According to 'Gold in Green Forests', a report issued by WWF-Sweden, next to energy efficiency, halting forest loss and degradation is the most cost-effective method for mitigating climate change.
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Turning salt water into drinking water is not a solution to tackle global water scarcity.
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Forest fires, the conversion of forests to agricultural land and the cultivation of energy crops are responsible for the high rate of forest loss.
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The Average Briton uses 58 Bathtubs of Water- in a Day!
A new report has suggested that the average person in the UK uses the equivalent of about 58 bathtubs full of water every day.
A new report has suggested that the average person in the UK uses the equivalent of about 58 bathtubs full of water every day.
REDD aims to make it worthwhile for developing countries to maintain their forests, as opposed to cutting them down.
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�Save Sumatra! To Prevent Global Climate Change And Species Extinction�
Devastation of Sumatra forests is causing a lot of dangers in the province is resulting in increased annual greenhouse emissions.
Devastation of Sumatra forests is causing a lot of dangers in the province is resulting in increased annual greenhouse emissions.
"We should always prioritize solutions that are best for both the environment and our wallets, especially during the ongoing financial crisis. Sweden's cautious attitude in this area is therefore very surprising," said Gustavsson, who calls for the government to take action during the ongoing climate change conference in Bangkok and secure a system to finance the protection of the world's forests.
"Norway, Finland, Denmark and Germany have already guaranteed financing for REDD between 2010 and 2012. It's time for the Swedish government to take action - both domestic and as EU President," he said.
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