The International Energy Agency Report states that the transport sector causes 21 % of total greenhouse gas emissions, within which the road transport sector accounts for 15% of total carbon dioxide emissions. This is an alarming figure as increased greenhouse gas emissions drive climate change and global warming. The pollution released from conventional vehicles is …
Computers have become an indispensable part of our daily lives. Whether it is office going adults or school going kids, computers have become essential both for the corporate world and for keeping us entertained. Theres’ no doubt that computers have made life quite easy however many disadvantages come along with their use. The first computers …
Due to an overgrowing human population worldwide, with upgraded lifestyles, shortage of time and dietary changes, livestock production has increased its pace. Their mass-scale production is emitting greenhouse gases threatening the environment with methane and CO2. Over 12% of the total greenhouse gases (GHG) in the atmosphere come from livestock production. This is up from …
Almonds have been long known as a nutritional, vitamin-E enriched skin nourisher, full of antioxidants; With various other health benefits like sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol control. Therefore, for many, almonds have been an automatic replacement for normal cow milk. Used by vegans and non-vegetarians equally, almond milk has been a choice able substitute for …
Achieving a balance between the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced and the amount removed from the atmosphere is referred to as “net zero.” There are two paths to net zero emissions that work together: decreasing existing emissions and actively eliminating greenhouse gases. The UK government revised the Climate Change Act in 2019 to commit …
According to a new United Nations-backed report, the world needs to decrease its coal, oil, and gas output by more than half in the next decade to keep global warming from reaching dangerous levels. While governments have made ambitious pledges to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) found that they are still …
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Campaigners fear that Rishi Sunak’s refusal to offer adequate funding is stifling the net-zero strategies. Boris Johnson’s leadership will be put to the test ahead of the COP26 climate summit, as the chancellor and business secretary are at odds over the government’s impending aim to achieve net-zero carbon emissions. On Monday, the government is expected …
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A heat pump is a device that takes heat from the outside and transfers it into your home. It does so by using energy, but the amount of heat given to your home exceeds the amount of electricity necessary to operate the system. A heat pump does not emit carbon dioxide since it collects heat …
The winners of the first-ever Earth shot Prizes are two best friends who cultivate coral and the country of Costa Rica. The Duke of Cambridge established the yearly awards to honour those who are working to preserve the planet. In London, five winners were revealed, each receiving £1 million. The ceremony at Alexandra Palace was …
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According to government plans published yesterday, low-carbon, more efficient heating technologies such as heat pumps will be no more expensive to buy and run than gas boilers and will be cheaper in many circumstances. From April next year, homeowners in England and Wales will be eligible for £5,000 in subsidies to help them replace outdated …
