Issues & Trends

	Dambisa Moyo: 'The world will be drawn into a war for resources' The controversial writer and economist on why she believes the economic rise of China, combined with the west's complacency, leaves us facing a future of terrifying global instability
	Top scientists urge governments to solve environmental 'dilemmas' Demand for water and energy, natural disasters and measuring carbon dioxide must be prioritised, leading institutions say
	Animated map: U.S. drought in 2012 Drought conditions have been at record levels in the contiguous United States for much of July, according to the National Drought Mitigation Center, which began monitoring drought conditions in 1999. The animated map below shows the spread of drought conditions since January 2012.
	Higher CO2 Levels in Atmosphere May Speed Soil Emissions Forests may not help mitigate carbon dioxide pollution thanks to an uptick in CO2 emissions from decomposition
	California Sea Level Projected to Rise at Higher Rate Than Global Average; Slower Rate for Oregon, Washington, But Major Earthquake Could Cause Sudden Rise WASHINGTON — The sea level off most of California is expected to rise about one meter over the next century, an amount slightly higher than projected for global sea levels, and will likely increase damage to the state's coast from storm surges and high waves, says a new report from the
	How to Make Global Fisheries Worth Five Times More ScienceDaily (July 13, 2012) — Rebuilding global fisheries would make them five times more valuable while improving ecology, according to a new University of British Columbia study, published July 13 in the online journal PLoS ONE.
	Factbox - Regions where water disputes are fuelling tensions July 23 (AlertNet) - Disputes over water are common around the world, exacerbated by climate change, growing populations, rapid urbanisation, increased irrigation and a rising demand for alternative energy sources such as hydroelectricity.
	Vast aquifer found in Namibia could last for centuries A newly discovered water source in Namibia could have a major impact on development in the driest country in sub-Saharan Africa. Estimates suggest the aquifer could supply the north of the country for 400 years at current rates of consumption.
	Mangalore: 'Southern, National Grids to be Connected to Reduce Power Problems'
	Taking the Ick Factor Out of Recycled Water AUSTIN, TEXAS — Cleaned-up sewage is nobody’s first choice for drinking water.