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A unique interpretation of Western perceptions of Islam in the modern era

Agrofuels were heralded as a key weapon in the fight against climate change, but the deforestation and theft of agricultural land that was essential to farmers in the developing world, suggests that they are doing more harm than good.*BR**BR*Francois Houtart argues that the green potential of agrofuels has been hijacked by businesses that put profits above environmental protection. This has led to the absurd situation where an energy source that should be sustainable actually increases human and ecological damage, simply due to the profit-maximising decisions of capitalists rather than a flaw in the concept of agrofuels.*BR**BR*Houtart reveals that we need to rethink neoliberalism's relationship to green politics and ask is capitalism compatible with climate change, or do we need to overhaul our economic system in order to save the planet?

An exploration into how the elite exploit the impact of climate change and how communities can resist this process.

A comprehensive survey of the effect of US military bases abroad, including the movements against them.

An exploration into how the elite exploit the impact of climate change and how communities can resist this process.

Thirteen distinguised authors explore key questions on Third World democratisation.