Last week Peru's government approved wind, solar, micro hydro, and biomass energy projects that will add 500 megawatts of clean, renewable energy, meeting 12% of the current electricity needs of the country.
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Popular Musician from Peru Releases Global Warming Themed Song and Video
One of Peru's most popular musicians has released an optimistic climate change anthem as the title track of his newest album Amazonas. While Pedro Suarez-Vertiz has produced numerous hits, he is also well known for writing socially conscious songs. For these reasons, he is a beloved musician and celebrity in Peru. He has also gained [...]
NBC News Does Excellent Segment on Peru, Climate Change, and Water
NBC News ran a fantastic 3.5 minute segment last week about Peru's emerging water crisis. As the country's Andean glaciers melt, this will mean less water and electricity for everyone. We lived in Huaraz last year near the ice formerly known as the Pastoruri Glacier (shown in the video). It's a serious issue that's getting [...]
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