The Intelligence from The Economist
The Intelligence: Life inside a Russian prison
Mar 29, 2024
Guest Arkady Ostrovsky, The Economist's Russia and Eastern Europe editor, uncovers the brutal realities inside Russian prisons, sharing harrowing tales of political prisoners like Alexei Navalny. Vijay Vaitheeswaran, Global Energy and Climate Innovation Editor, addresses the urgent need for policies to combat oil dependency amid rising temperatures. Anne Rowe, obituaries editor, honors Amnon Weinstein and his 'Violins of Hope,' instruments restored from the Holocaust, exploring how music can keep the memories of the past alive.
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- Russia's prisons exhibit notorious brutality, impacting inmates like Alexei Navalny and American journalist Evan Gershkovich.
- Transitioning from oil dependence requires effective policies promoting alternative energy sources globally to combat climate change.
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Challenges in Transitioning from Oil Dependency
The transition away from oil to combat climate change faces significant challenges. With rising global temperatures surpassing 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, efforts to reduce oil consumption are crucial. Despite the growth of renewable energy sources, current policies show an increasing demand for oil. The difficulty lies in the effectiveness of policies promoting alternative energy sources like electric vehicles and energy efficiency.
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