by Global Sherpa | Mar 24, 2012 | Cities, Environment
Cities will shape the world’s environmental future according to the Green City Index, which evaluates the environmental performance of major cities around the globe. The Green City Index points to the urgent need and rare opportunity provided by the rapid expansion...
by Global Sherpa | Feb 11, 2012 | Aid & Development, Environment, Quiz
The quiz tests your knowledge of issues in sustainable development and equity from the UNDP’s 2011 Human Development Report (HDR). The quiz has 10 questions. Your score, correct answers and explanations appear at the end. Enjoy! [QUIZZIN 13] For more fun...
by Global Sherpa | Jan 31, 2012 | Aid & Development, Environment
The UNDP Human Development Report (HDR) for 2011 focuses on the intertwined issues of sustainability and equity. While most countries have achieved substantial development gains since 1970, the 2011 HDR draws attention to evidence that raises questions about the...
by Global Sherpa | Mar 18, 2011 | Aid & Development, Environment
World news and international media coverage of development and sustainability issues are important indicators and influencers of awareness, understanding and involvement. How has the news media’s coverage of issues like sustainability, poverty, biodiversity and HIV...
by Global Sherpa | Nov 25, 2010 | Environment, Globalization
The Environmental Performance Index (EPI) ranks 163 countries on 25 performance indicators. The top 25 performers include countries from Asia, Central and Latin America, and Europe. Environmental health measures and ecosystem conservation do not necessarily go...
