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The Importance of Small and Mid Sized Enterprise in Emerging Economies

By Derek Newberry on December 8, 2006
Two forums and a joint Citigroup/EIU report highlight the successes and challenges of SMEs in developing countries.

Brazil Expands Protected Forest Areas

By Ruth Nogueron on December 7, 2006
42 percent of the Brazilian Amazon is now under some form of protection.

ATMs for India's Poor

By Rob Katz on December 6, 2006
Biometric technology gives poor and illiterate communities access to financial services.

The Value of Coastal Ecosystems

By Thomas Damassa on December 5, 2006

EarthTrends’ November 2006 Monthly Update.

GHG Emissions Before the Supreme Court

By Fred Wellington on December 3, 2006
The Court’s ruling on this case will likely have big ripple effects on state-level efforts to reduce emissions.

Second EarthTrends Podcast from Bonnaroo Music Festival

December 1, 2006

Episode 2 features a discussion of polar ice melting, sea-level rise, and a live performance by Blackalicious.

The Complicated Case of Biofuels

November 29, 2006

Biofuels can go a long way towards reducing CO2 emissions. But the big picture on biofuels is more complicated.

Business Must Adapt to Realities of Global Ecosystem Change

By Janet Ranganathan on November 21, 2006
Ecosystems are losing their ability to deliver the products that businesses need most.

Where are Tomorrow's Markets?

By Derek Newberry on November 17, 2006
Three investors in emerging markets explore sustainability in global capital.

Mexico City Bus Rapid Transit System Celebrates 100 Millionth Passenger: Innovative System Cuts Travel Times, Pollution Exposure

November 16, 2006
Metrobus today celebrates the 100 millionth passenger to enjoy faster travel and less exposure to pollutants since the system began operations in June 2005.
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