‘Clean energy revolution’ crucial to ensure growth in poorer countries – Ban

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon addresses “Energy for All” Conference in Oslo, Norway10 October 2011 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called today for a “clean energy revolution” to help the estimated three billion people that lack modern power and urged countries to recognize the impact that energy security has on all aspects of development. “Three billion people rely on charcoal or wood for cooking and heating. They are energy-poor. And energy poverty translates into grinding, dehumanizing poverty,” he told…

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‘Clean energy revolution’ crucial to ensure growth in poorer countries – Ban

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