Taking the Earth's pulse: Scientists unveil a new economic and environmental index
Monday, February 20, 2012 - 13:00
in Earth & Climate
A growing world population, mixed with the threat of climate change and mounting financial problems, has prompted University of British Columbia researchers to measure the overall 'health' of 152 countries around the world.
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