Global oil price fluctuation, climate change risk Indonesian economic development: official
04-25 16:14
An Indonesian minister said on Wednesday that the ongoing global oil price fluctuation and climate change phenomenon would risk the country in attaining its economic development goals, a local media reported.
Interview: Three tasks await climate negotiators on road to Doha summit: UN official
04-23 15:10
Governments will focus on three main areas in preparation for the year-end Doha climate summit, amending the Kyoto Protocol, operationalizing institutions that can benefit developing countries, and negotiating a path toward a universal agreement, the UN climate chief said.
Interview: Mexico needs to preserve biodiversity, says expert
04-23 14:41
One of Mexico's great challenges is to fully preserve its biodiversity, a local expert said in an interview with Xinhua on Sunday, the World Earth Day.
Nepal marks Earth Day
04-23 14:00
Nepal marked the "Earth Day" on Sunday in capital Kathmandu by organizing various programs with the slogan "Let's move the Earth."
Cuba expected to suffer more intense droughts, hurricanes
04-23 13:32
More severe droughts and intense hurricanes will likely hit Cuba due to world climate change, experts have warned.
Feature: Earth Day 2012, L. America's Green Economy initiatives
04-23 14:02
Environmental awareness in Latin America may not move the earth as this year's Earth Day motto "Let's move the Earth" urges, but it is moving in the right direction.
Philippine gov't urges Filipinos to observe Earth Day 2012
04-23 14:04
The Philippine government called on Saturday the Filipino people to participate in the observance of Earth Day 2012 on Sunday and support the government's efforts to promote global awareness and protect and conserve environment amid climate change.
Xinhua Insight: "Earth Day" illuminates Tibet environment's improvements, challenges
04-23 16:16
Much to Tibetan herder Druse's delight, his income has kept rising over the past few years, as his livestock have been well-fed on a pasture that has been turning ever greener, thanks to initiatives that have effectively eased the deterioration of grasslands.