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Tom Jackson Ensia Sub-Saharan Africa needs a more reliable energy supply. The way it chooses to meet that need will affect the entire planet. June 15, 2015 — In South Africa, major cities are subject to regular power outages as electric utility Eskom periodically shuts down parts of its distribution system to take the pressure …
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EcoBeat Staff – Fracking, or hydraulic fracturing, has been praised by many economists and energy experts in the United States as the key to an energy-secure future. While many scientists have been concerned with the implications of injecting large amounts of brackish water, (saltwater that is mixed with the byproducts of oil and gas extraction) …
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EcoBeat Staff – Shell, BP, Total, Statoil, Eni, and the BG Group recently announced to the chief of the UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) that a price on carbon “should be a key element” of international climate negotiations. According to the World Bank, there are two types of carbon pricing models: “An …
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“Everything is political,” she says, “but art has ambiguity. It’s not dictating what you’re supposed to think or feel—it brings awareness of what it feels like to be alive now. Climate change is happening now.” – Karole Armitage EcoBeat Staff – Art is a powerful tool that strikes deep emotional …
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June 11, 2015 •
Activism, Education & Outreach •
Views: 563
Climate Communication: Science & Outreach is an excellent destination for those looking to understand the relevance of climate change to daily life. With informative graphics and interactive educational resources, this site is a great way to get up to speed on why the interest in climate change continues to surge in both domestic and international …
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June 11, 2015 •
Activism, Education & Outreach •
Views: 360
The Effective Engagement Toolkit offers a variety of resources to assist organizations in developing outreach programs that empower and inform their community. The “Choose the Right Tool” page makes the site relevant and accessible to community leaders of all backgrounds. Whether you are looking to develop polling and community profiling processes or organize key
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June 11, 2015 •
Activism, Education & Outreach •
Views: 408
The Community Planning Toolkit offers a concise set guides for anyone looking to take a leadership role on a project in their community. More concise than the Community Toolbox, this resources is a short guide with basic methods for community engagement and additional external resources.
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June 11, 2015 •
Activism, Education & Outreach •
Views: 418
The Community Toolbox is an extensive collection of materials to guide individuals and community organizations through the process of developing successful community engagement campaigns. This highly regarded resource from University of Kansas contains more than 40 chapters addressing topics that range from community assessments and strategic planning, to cultural competence
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