This country isn't just carbon neutral — it's carbon negative
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Deep in the Himalayas, on the border between China and India, lies the Kingdom of Bhutan, which has pledged to remain carbon neutral for all time. In this illuminating talk, Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay shares his country's mission to put happiness before economic growth and set a world standard for environmental preservation.
What are some things more wealthy countries might learn from Bhutan when balancing economic growth, environmental sustainability, cultural preservation, and human health and well-being?
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