searching for good news
Aug
Amidst all the news stories about China's efforts to curb air pollution, particularly for the Olympics next summer in Beijing, I find myself looking for other coverage of what's going on in that "corner of the world" on the environmental front.
To be sure, the New York Times series titled Choking on Growth is a must read, as it "examines the human toll, global impact and political challenge of China’s epic pollution crisis." But I'm in the mood for some good news today, so I thought I'd browse SciDev.net–a great source for "news, views and information about science, technology and the developing world."
As they say in the introduction to a section on science in the Himalayas:
The Himalayas — the source of Asia's nine largest rivers and a lifeline for the 1.3 billion people downstream — sweep over 2,400 kilometres across Bhutan, China, India, Nepal and Pakistan.
Least developed countries such as Bhutan and Nepal often go unnoticed in the struggle to mitigate climate change and attract the funding and expertise needed to conserve biodiversity and avert natural disasters. But ensuring they do is crucial for these small countries — and those around them.
This collection highlights the constraints on the countries' ill-equipped scientists and highlights some homegrown solutions locals are using to confront environmental challenges. The message of these little-known success stories — that local participation and tailored solutions are essential — is often lost amidst the international spotlight on frontier science.
So, if you're looking for something uplifting to read, consider the following:
Happy reading!
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