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  • Nigeria Needs More than Just Pricing Nature

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    There’s no doubt that Mother Nature is complaining about the damage (e.g. pollution in all its forms) we humans have exerted on it over the years. Not only is Nature complaining but she is reacting also. Remember: Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines?  Hurricanes Manuel and Ingrid in Mexico? Tornadoes in Oklahoma? […]

  • A befitting price of nature

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    Uganda’s nature is priceless. But, can we attach a monetary value on nature? Yes and no. If I conserve forests, pay me per tree planted or per river bank protected so that I can buy my essential needs and be as comfortable as those who misuse nature. That’s one argument. […]