Global inequality ‘as marked as it was at peak of western imperialism’
Report / 10th December 2021Global inequality is as marked as it was in the early 20th century pinnacle of western imperialism after the capture by the super-rich of an increasing share of the world’s income, a new report has shown.
The sharing economy: Inaugurating an age of the heart
Report / 7th December 2021The sharing economy represents the end of the old ways defined by the pursuit of profit and competitive self-interest, while a new age of intergovernmental sharing and cooperation can only begin through the channel of ending hunger in a world that has such an abundance of financial capital and available resources.
Nations are overusing natural resources faster than they are meeting basic human needs
Report / 22nd November 2021For at least the last 30 years, not a single country has met the basic needs of its residents without overconsuming natural resources, according to new research led by the University of Leeds.
Carbon emissions of richest 1% set to be 30 times the 1.5°C limit in 2030
Report / 8th November 2021The carbon footprints of the richest 1 per cent of people on Earth are set to be 30 times greater than the level compatible with the 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement in 2030, according to new research.
New report urges equitable phase out of fossil fuels to keep alive 1.5°C
Report / 8th November 2021A fair share analysis finds current pledges from wealthy countries fall much further below the mark than previously understood, demonstrating the need for international climate action on fossil fuel production.