Rio to reduce greenhouse gas emissions for Olympics

This article from China View is about Rio de Janeiro's plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions especially with regard to landfills and automobiles in preparation for the 2016 Olympics.

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Coconuts banned on Rio de Janeiro beaches

This travel blog post outlines the pros and cons of Rio de Janeiro's recent ban on coconuts on their beaches. The ban is part of the city's efforts to clean up in preparation for the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics.

Four Seasons, Jumeirah Planning to Open in Brazil

As Brazil's economy continues to boom, and has predictions of continuing to boom with their hosting of the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics, hotel chains and other business endeavors, especially Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Jumeirah Group. In addition to discussing these business endeavors, this article outlines Brazil's economy.

Rio Pledges Immunity from Blackouts

This article from the Associated Press is about Rio de Janeiro is being promoted as a safe energy haven for the 2016 Olympic games, but after a blackout on Tuesday, the reality of preventing blackouts during the Olympics is being questioned.

Business Wealth Influx in Rio

This article from the NY Times is about the investment opportunities and booming economic state of Rio de Janeiro, site of the 2016 Olympics. The Olympics are thought to bring even more opportunities to the table as investors will be able to see returns on their investments in a big way through the Olympics.

Rio Bid Rigging Scam Uncovered

This article from the Phillipine Daily Inquirer outlines the bid rigging scam that has been taking place with Olympic construction projects.

2016 Olympics: Will Rio Benefit Like Beijing?

This article from the Latin Business Chronicle is interesting in that it outlines the benefits Beijing reaped from hosting the Games in 2008 and predicts the benefits (and risks) Rio could potentially see from hosting the Olympics in 2016.