Past Questions for Environment

February 1, 2007

If theories about climate change are right, people 1OO years from now will be enraged we haven't done much more to reduce carbon emissions. So, getting radical, what "direct action" should we take?

April 18, 2007

People jump on America for dragging its feet on global warming; what about developing countries like China, India and Brazil? Will this "planetary emergency" bring rich and poor nations closer together or drive them further apart?

August 28, 2007

China plans to ban over a million cars from Beijing's streets for next year's Olympics. Beijing's concerned about the air; elsewhere it's oil dependency. What would it take to get people where you live to drive less?

December 17, 2007

We're featuring six creative proposals for how to move forward on climate change after the Bali Conference, presented by the Harvard Project on International Climate Agreements. Which is most promising, and why? Read them below, then cast your vote or post a comment. THE PROPOSALS 1) For Fairness, Use Formulas 2) Make Kyoto Stronger 3) Create ‘Climate Clubs’ 4) Let Countries Handle It 5) Research More Flexible, Creative Solutions 6) Be Realistic CAST YOUR VOTE

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