Following on from the success of the GREX 2006, WSB Media have organised another leading edge conference and exhibition covering green building and sustainable products and services. Held over the 1st to 3rd of June, GREX showcases the best technology and services for everyone interested in the built environment.
For the second year running, Climate Risk is a proud supporter of […]
Archive for April, 2007
Climate Change deemed Serious Threat to National Security
April 17th, 2007WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 16, 2007) Global climate change presents a serious national security threat that could affect Americans at home, impact U.S. military operations and heighten global tensions, according to a study released today by a blue-ribbon panel of retired admirals and generals.
The study, “National Security and the Threat of Climate Change,” explores ways projected […]
Lloyds of London Chief calls for climate risk disclosure
April 13th, 2007Lord Peter Levene, chairman of Lloyd’s of London has told the British Japan Chamber of Commerce that all companies should disclose climate risk. “Risk and the skills and training to analyze, manage and prepare for it needs to be high on the agenda of any board or management team”. He stated that “the climate needs […]
Australian media report States to implement 2010 carbon scheme
April 13th, 2007Australian media are reporting, ahead of this years last COAG meeting, that States and Territories intend to implement a national carbon scheme by 2010 with or without the Commonwealth. This clearly disrupts the Prime Minister’s process which is reliant upon reports from the special task group he set up.
Australian business needs more certainty and agreemnet between leaders. […]
UNESCO highlight risk to Great Barrier Reef
April 12th, 2007The threats posed by climate change to natural and cultural sites on UNESCO’s World Heritage List are outlined in a new UNESCO publication, “Case Studies on Climate Change and World Heritage”*. The report features 26 examples - including the Tower of London, Kilimanjaro National Park and the Great Barrier Reef - case studies that are […]
