Russia announces plan to ‘use the advantages’ of climate change
by Agence France-Presse from on (#4XEYD)
Kremlin website recognises global heating as a problem but lists 'positive' economic effects
Russia has published a plan to adapt its economy and population to climate change, aiming to mitigate damage but also "use the advantages" of warmer temperatures.
The document, published on the government's website on Saturday, outlines a plan of action and acknowledges changes to the climate are having a "prominent and increasing effect" on socioeconomic development, people's lives, health and industry.
Continue reading...