The recent injunction issued by a Brazilian judge to halt the paving of the BR-319 highway through the Amazon rainforest underscores the ongoing conflict between infrastructure development and environmental preservation in Brazil. This decision is crucial as it addresses the significant risk of increased deforestation, which could have dire consequences both locally and globally.
Britain has significantly raised the budget for its annual renewable power auction by 50%, bringing the total to £1.5 billion ($1.92 billion), according to a government announcement made on July 31. This substantial increase is part of the new Labour government's strategy, which aims to decarbonize the electricity sector by 2030. Achieving this ambitious target will require a rapid expansion of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power.
The Indonesian government is making significant strides in developing its carbon capture and storage (CCS) industry as a key measure in the fight against climate change. A senior official confirmed the administration's strong focus on utilizing the country's extensive storage capacity in saline aquifers and depleted oil and gas reservoirs to sequester carbon dioxide. This move aligns with Indonesia's strategy to support East Asian countries, such as Japan, South Korea, and Singapore, in reducing their carbon emissions through international carbon storage solutions.
As the climate crisis intensifies, organizers of mega-sporting events like the Olympics are confronting uncomfortable truths. Coastal golf courses are being swallowed by the sea, alpine resorts are experiencing significant snow loss, football fields are inundated with floodwaters, and athletes are choking on wildfire smoke. Rising temperatures and extreme weather conditions are increasingly disrupting these large-scale events.
In recent years, the rise in crude oil prices and the scarcity of conventional gas have significantly impacted the cost of energy for both households and businesses. Many are now spending substantial amounts to meet their energy needs, making it crucial to find more cost-effective alternatives. One such alternative is biogas, a renewable energy source that can provide a sustainable and economical solution for energy supply.
Every year, due to global warming, about 150billion tons of ice glazers is melted into water in Antarctica. This 150billion tons of ice, is equivalent to 180million swimming pool filled with water. And this is even a minimal value compared to the amount of ice glazers being melted as a result of global warming world wide. According to studies carried out in Greenland by National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) at the University of Colorado between the period of July 15 – July 17 2022, it was estimated that about 6 billion tons of ice melted into water.
Lagos state Faces a serious case of poor waste management and this seems to affect the air quality in the state causing air pollution and harm to the citizens and environment as a whole. In order to Properly Understand the risk posed by this act, Myself, Warrence Oghenevwegba, and Agatha Afemikhe(Founder Of The Asewe Volunteer Group), carried a research.
In today's world of technological development, energy has become the most sought-after commodity in both developed and developing countries. While most of the developed countries have started exploiting biomass to help meet the demand for energy supply. There are still countries that have yet to fully utilize this renewable energy, Nigeria included. Biomass utilization in Nigeria, Is it Achievable?
Food miles refer to the distance that food travels from its point of production (often a farm) to the location where it is consumed, such as your kitchen table or a restaurant. In essence, it measures the journey that your plate of food embarks upon before it reaches your plate.
Climate change is a global challenge that affects everyone, but also requires local solutions that are tailored to the specific needs and contexts of different communities. Around the world, many communities are taking action to adapt to the impacts of climate change, as well as to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and enhance their resilience. Here are some examples of how local communities are embracing sustainable practices to combat climate change.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a systematic process used to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of a project before it commences. The primary objective of an EIA is to identify and assess the risks associated with a project and to understand how it will affect the surrounding environment. By undertaking this assessment, project owners can implement measures to mitigate potential risks and minimize adverse effects.
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