Human activities are placing a strain on Earth's natural carbon cycle. But it's not only the carbon cycle we need to worry about. The overworked carbon cycle is changing our planet. Global warming and climate change contribute to many negative impacts, including...
Nicholas Lown
What Is the Environmental Impact of Large-Scale Industry?
Since the Industrial Revolution, human activities have made a significant negative impact on the environment. Pollution and carbon emissions contribute to deteriorating our natural environment and atmosphere. These consequences of industrial action pose a threat to...
Carbon Retirement: Carbon Markets and How You Can Become Involved
Carbon credits provide everyone from consumers to large corporations with the opportunity of reducing their carbon footprint. The credits represent one metric ton of carbon and can be purchased and then retired from the market when the credit owner wants to reduce...
What Are Carbon Credits, and How Can They Slow Climate Change?
As the world becomes more aware that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions have serious effects on our atmosphere and global climate, new methodologies are surfacing to achieve carbon mitigation and sequestration. One such method is using carbon...
What Are the Consequences of Burning Fossil Fuels?
The world relies on burning fossil fuels to create the majority of its energy. While fossil fuels provide an inexpensive and efficient way to produce power, large amounts of greenhouse gases are produced during fossil fuel combustion. We will explore the process of...
Business Firms Seek to Measure Their Carbon Footprint
Many countries worldwide are committing to the global goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. A crucial element in reaching this goal is for companies around the world to track and report their carbon and greenhouse gas emissions. Some governments require...
How Can Oil and Gas Companies Transition to Clean Energy?
It is paramount that the oil and gas sector aid in the transition to clean energy in order to reduce the overall amount of greenhouse gas emissions. Greenhouse gases are responsible for increasing global temperatures and contributing to climate change. A decrease in...
How Reforestation Can Make Earth a Healthier Place to Live
Reforestation around the globe can provide an excellent opportunity to reduce carbon dioxide levels in our atmosphere, mitigating the effects of climate change and global warming. It can also aid in forest restoration in areas that have been affected by wildfire. ...
The Impact of World Energy Consumption and Solutions Moving Forward
World energy consumption is projected to increase almost 50% from 2020 levels by 2050. As global energy demand increases, it is essential for us to understand energy data so we can take action to minimize the negative effects of energy production on our planet. With...
Greenhouse Gases and How They Contribute to Climate Change
As we continue to see the effects of climate change, we have to ask ourselves, “What can be done to slow the rate at which these dramatic changes occur?” While there are many actions you can take to do your part in the fight against climate change, a great place to...