http://uk.oneworld.net/article/archive/1938 en_GB_uk OneWorld UK - UK/English/Topics/Economy/Business Assorted omens for Copenhagen climate agreement http://uk.oneworld.net/article/view/163006/1/1938 The mood of last week's World Business Summit on Climate Change was positive that climate negotiators will reach agreement in Copenhagen in December. But US Energy Secretary, Steven Chu, appears to be in hasty retreat from election promises. Mobile Revolutions in the Developing World http://uk.oneworld.net/article/view/162203/1/1938 In the same week, OneWorld UK gave presentations at the World Economic Forum in Davos and in the state of Bauchi in northern Nigeria. Pioneering applications of mobile phone technology are the common factor. Reuters' mobile text message service for poor farmers http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/160426/1/1938 New mobile text message service called Reuters Market Light has made it easier for poor farmers in western India to get farm-related information. By subscribing to the service they can get regular updates on their mobiles about weather forecasts, pest attacks and daily market prices for their produce. Carbon Trading Blasted by Indigenous Groups http://us.oneworld.net/article/view/160386/1/1938 UNITED NATIONS, May 5 (OneWorld) - The United Nations is facing scathing criticism from the world's indigenous communities for its attempts to promote carbon trading as a tool to address climate change concerns. Leading oil and gas companies lack transparency, says report http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/160285/1/1938 Transparency International’s new report calls on leading oil and gas companies for greater transparency in payments made to governments of resource-rich countries. Host governments need to enforce and enact regulations for an equitable exploitation of their oil and gas wealth to help fight poverty, the report adds. Chump Change to Halt Climate Change http://us.oneworld.net/article/view/159992/1/1938 WASHINGTON, Apr 22 (OneWorld) - Pennies a day. That's all it would cost the United States to significantly reduce the emission of gases that contribute to global warming. What's more, the cost to businesses, families, and overall economic growth would be minimal, according to a new study released this week. Awarding business-driven solutions in development http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/160008/1/1938 International Chamber of Commerce, UNDP and the International Business Leaders Forum invite nominations for 2008 World Business and Development Awards in support of Millennium Development Goals. The awards recognise the contribution of the private sector through business activities that lead to progress in achieving one or more of the MDGs. Computerised designs make it tough for Chirala weavers http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/159730/1/1938 With the arrival of computer-aided designs, the traditional Chirala saree weavers in southern India have been forced out of business. Despite straining themselves for hours to compete with the computerised mass production, upholders of this unique art are living in abject poverty with no support coming from the state government. Business planning for livelihood promotion http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/159558/1/1938 Promotion of sustainable livelihoods requires research and planning to keep pace with dynamic economic and market trends. Access Livelihoods Consulting (ALC) India is organising a business training programme to help entrepreneurs implement livelihoods opportunities at the grassroots. Protracted struggle forces ADB to pull out of Phulbari http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/159553/1/1938 Asian Development Bank withdrawing from controversial Phulbari coal mining project in Bangladesh is being seen as a major victory for human rights movement. Drawing inspiration from this success, national and international civil society groups are now urging other financial institutions to pull the rug from under the British mining company. 'Fossil Fools' Protests Target Oil Industry http://us.oneworld.net/article/view/159294/1/1938 NEW YORK, Mar 31 (OneWorld) - Green groups are planning to celebrate April Fools Day Tuesday with a variety of actions designed to embarrass oil industry bosses gathering in Washington. Local Control Saves Forests - Report http://us.oneworld.net/article/view/159182/1/1938 NEW YORK, Mar 27 (OneWorld) - There will likely be fewer wildfires and more trees for future generations if loggers abide by a set of international rules on forest management, says a new study by independent environmentalists. Top Corporate Abusers Named http://us.oneworld.net/article/view/159104/1/1938 NEW YORK, Mar 24 (OneWorld) - A corporate watchdog group has started a nationwide voting campaign to name and shame companies that run afoul of economic and environmental laws. Cash gifting business and programs http://tv.oneworld.net/article/view/159010/1/1938 Pakistani economy: In search of a paradigm shift http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/158995/1/1938 Pakistan’s economic condition today can only be described as a mess after years of economic mismanagement. It will be a huge challenge for any new government to get rid of those advisors who have brought the situation to such a pass, says veteran Pakistani journalist and columnist M.B. Naqvi.