Between them, China, India and the US accounted for 70% of the increase in total world energy demand.
3 charts that show how global carbon emissions hit a record high in 2018
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Although the contribution from renewable energy doubled last year, the world still relies heavily on fossil fuels, pushing carbon emissions to new levels.This study underscores the momentum of impact investing as well as the need for continued responsible investing that addresses global challenges.
Global sustainable investing assets surged to $30 trillion in 2018
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New reports estimate that asset managers from around the world are significantly expanding their ESG investments.House, Senate OK Colorado River drought plan, capping years of debate By Andrew Howard | Cronkite News Monday, April 8, 2019 WASHINGTON – Two weeks after water officials told Congress there was urgent need to approve the Colorado River drought contingency plan, the House and Senate both passed a plan Monday and sent it to the president’s desk. If signed by President Donald Trump as expected, it would be the culmination of years of negotiations between the seven states in the Colorado River Basin on how much each state can draw from the river if Lake Powell and Lake Mead drop to crisis levels. Read more
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House, Senate OK Colorado River drought plan, capping years of debate | Earth Water Alliance
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Both House and Senate versions of the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan Authorization Act require that the Interior secretary authorize the water allocation agreement hammered out by the 7 basin states. That deal is designed to prevent a potential water crisis and settle disputes over who give...This Algonquin Water Song expresses loving gratitude for the water and raises the consciousness and connection of women with Mother Nature’s greatest gift.
‘A State of Emergency’: Native Americans Stranded for Days by Flooding
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On the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota, extreme weather and bad roads have left some residents stranded for nearly two weeks with limited food and water.