The study by the United Nations University, produced by more than 200 experts from 25 countries, suggests climate change is making creeping deserts “the greatest environmental challenge of our times”.
One-third the Earth’s population – about two billion people – are potential victims. Overexploitation of land and unsustainable irrigation practices are making matters worse, it says, while climate change is also a major factor degrading the soil.
Some lobby organizations that work for environmental organizations also work for the fossil fuel industry.
The Republic’s historic failure to curb agricultural pollution drives concern among campaigners.
Leo-linked operatives were among a who's who of the international right that gathered for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) conference in June.
Farage’s party has accepted more than £16 million since the last election from those listed in offshore leaks.
