Tag Archives: United Nations
Ecocide: Crime Against Nature and the Need for a Law to Prevent It
There is a compelling case to put businesses that cause extensive damage to the environment on trial. Andrew Raingold considers the justification for a new UN law. It might have… Read more
U.N. to Promote Sustainable Energy
The United Nations set up a group that will seek to make sustainable energy available universally. Starting the joint U.N.-private sector initiative called High-Level Group on Sustainable Energy for All,… Read more
UN Chief Calls Climate Change “Threat” to Global Peace and Security
UN Secretary-general Ban Ki- moon said here on Wednesday that climate change comprises a very credible threat to peace and security around the world. “We must make no mistake,” said… Read more
U.N. Panel Sets Emissions Standards For Cargo Ships
New cargo and transport vessels must meet energy efficiency standards and cut carbon pollution, the U.N. agency regulating international shipping decided Friday. The decision came despite opposition from China, India… Read more
