Rohitesh Dhawan, a resource economist at KPMG, on new developments in the international climate policy arena, as well as South Africa’s new domestic carbon tax.
Changing Pathways
Sustainability requires changes in perceptions as well as behavior.
Human Capital in the World’s Newest Country
The University of Juba’s medical students will be the new country of South Sudan’s first generation of doctors.
Scrapping corn ethanol subsidies for a smarter biofuels policy
With the sudden demise of U.S. corn ethanol subsidies, opportunity beckons to remake American biofuels policy along greener, more efficient lines.
Skepticism, Seaweed, and Science
Medical history reminds us that science is best served with equal parts humility and inspiration.
The Value of Biodiversity
Biodiversity preservation can provide critical services to the poor.
Keystone kiboshed?
President Obama rejected the Keystone XL pipeline, but the relief may only be temporary.
China’s surprising leadership in capping carbon pollution
Facing dire threats to its food, water, and cities, China has become a surprising leader in climate change policy.
Collateral Damage: Children and Prison Reform in California
Most prisoners with children are incarcerated more than 100 miles from home. California’s prison realignment could help change this.
Should we subsidize higher education? A response to Jeff Sachs
Instead of government subsidies for higher education, which have uncertain returns, perhaps firms can get involved in creating the educated workforce that they seek.