How do countries pursue socioeconomic development in a sustainable and equitable way? This question has received considerable attention, more so with the COVID-19 pandemic bringing about discussion of a green (economic) recovery. The United Nations formulated ... More »
Brazil’s Amazon rainforest is one of the world’s most extensively researched ecological zones. In addition to its rich biodiversity and economic importance to Brazil, the Amazon is also one of the largest land-based sinks of atmospheric carbon in the world. A ... More »
En noviembre de 2016, entró en vigor el Acuerdo de París con el objetivo de mantener el aumento de la temperatura global promedio por debajo de 2 grados centígrados. Aunque esta meta representa un avance considerable, existe evidencia de que 2 grados son insuf... More »
Co-benefits from improved air quality can offset some if not all of the near-term costs of carbon-reduction policies. If the US commits to buying a carbon policy, citizens will also get reduced air pollution and improved health for free. More »