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The Consequences of Nuclear Conflict between India and Pakistan
Analysis

NRDC's nuclear experts think about the unthinkable, using state-of-the-art nuclear war simulation software to assess the crisis in South Asia.

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India’s Green Path to Growth
Addressing Climate Change and Building a Low-Carbon Economy
Fact Sheet

As the fourth-largest greenhouse gas emitter in the world, India's contributions to global warming are already significant. And with the second-fastest growing economy and a middle class projected to grow from 50 million to 500 million in the next few decades, those emissions could skyrocket. Given India's geography and climate it is especially vulnerable to the impacts of global warming. With a vast coastland that will be hit hard by a rise in sea level and seasonal weather patterns that could be severely affected, the potential for flooding and drought could create millions of eco-refugees. Striking the balance between meeting the aspirations of its poor majority and reducing global warming pollution is a significant challenge. Fortunately, India has chosen a green path to growth that treats the transition to a low-carbon economy as its biggest economic opportunity of the 21st century. Get document in pdf.

Toxic Trade: The Global Metallic Mercury Market
Overview

It will take an international solution to curb the world's mercury pollution problem -- and the United States should lead the way.

Bringing Safe Water to the World
News

Environmental stewardship can help eliminate the world's biggest health risk -- dirty water.

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