Author profile: Jan Kunnas

Dr. Jan Kunnas has done extensive research on Finland’s transition from a solar based energy system to a fossil fuel based one. His is currently working at the University of Stirling in Scotland, in a project that combines insights from economics and history to conduct long-run tests of the predictive power of indicators of sustainable development. His major articles can be found from his Academia-site: http://stir.academia.edu/JanKunnas

Climate Change: The Lessons from History

Jan Kunnas • Mar 16 2013 • Articles

Considering the stalemate in climate negotiations it is not likely that the global community can make a joint decision to step forward. Someone has to take the first step – showing the example.

No Need for Despair – Yet

Jan Kunnas • Mar 6 2013 • Articles

It remains hopeful that with prompt international action a 4ºC warmer world can still be avoided. Studies show there are technically and economically feasible emissions pathways to hold warming below 2ºC.

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