Investigating the Resource Curse in Southeast Asia

24 May, 2010 03:23 pm New evidence suggests that the developing countries of Southeast Asia are not prone to the resource curse when it comes to oil and gas production.

Carbon Particles a Factor in Climate Change?

2 Dec, 2009 08:15 am Black carbon particles from burning oil-based fuels and biomass, particularly in developing countries, are not only a health-hazard but may also contribute...

The World Bank's coal problem

1 Aug, 2009 12:32 pm In Washington, it's a popular climate conundrum everyone talks about: Even if the U.S. lowers its greenhouse gas emissions,...

Prioritizing Climate Change Adaptation Needs for Food Security in 2030

21 Feb, 2008 01:55 pm The potential impact of climate change on the world's poor is a topic with wide and growing interest, but there remains much uncertainty about how specifically...