Worldwatch in the News

Environmental Ills? It's Consumerism, Stupid

by admin on January 25, 2010

Scientific American's David Biello reviews State of the World 2010: Transforming Cultures- From Consumerism to Sustainability.

Rediscovering Natural Gas By Hitting Rock Bottom

by admin on September 22, 2009
Worldwatch President Christopher Flavin discusses the merits of natural gas as a transition fuel with Tom Gjelten on NPR's Morning Edition.

Too Many People?

by admin on August 28, 2009

Worldwatch Institute Vice President for Programs Robert Engelman participated as a featured guest in the recent population-focused Economist Debate entitled "Too Many People?"

First "Climate-Friendly" Labels Appear on Foods

by admin on July 21, 2009

Worldwatch Senior Researcher Danielle Nierenberg Recently spoke to New Scientist about a "climate-friendly" food labeling scheme set to launch in Sweden. Proponents believe the system will encourage consumer to by greener products, but Nierenberg warns that a dearth of reliable data surrounding food-based emissions could lead to green washing.

Breathing easier on Earth Day

by admin on April 23, 2009

Christopher Flavin, Worldwatch's President, was interviewed in the Washington Times for an Earth Day article about environmental successes.

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