Climate news got you down? Not surprising, it’s a lot of gloom and doom. Well, not so much gloom, you know, because of the climate change. But lots of doom! You’re not alone but you know what? Falling into despair won’t help us. Staying optimistic, even though things are scary, may help us gain better outcomes.
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Sixth Mass Extension – making some changes now can stop it
You may have heard talk about a coming “sixth mass extinction” which may sound a little like science fiction but it’s not. It’s an event that will wipe out a large amount of current species on the plant and we’re the cause of it. Bummer. But good news, it’s not too late to stop this!
Read MoreHigher Sea Levels – earlier estimates due to climate change may be wrong
The general news is that climate change is way worse than anyone originally thought so it should come as no surprise that one of the biggest problems, the rising of the sea levels, is also going to likely be much worse than originally planned for.
Read MoreLEGO Goes Green – company runs on totally renewable energy
LEGO, one of the best toys, has announced that they are running on all renewable energy, a whole three years ahead of schedule! Hopefully more companies will follow this trendsetter and help us move into a cleaner tomorrow.
Read MoreSweltering Temps at Arctic Circle – new numbers show effects of climate change
Climate change is a sort of mental exercise for most people. Sure it’s hot but you don’t really notice how hot. Unless you see that it got into the mid 80s near the Arctic Ocean which is not the sort of temperature you would want for that area.
Read MoreConstruction Emissions – this sector can save money by going green
Construction is one of the sectors that we are looking towards cutting their emissions but as it turns out they may not be the most forthcoming with information on how well they’re doing with new emission goals. Still, cutting down on emissions may end up saving them money in the end.
Read MoreMore Rats? – numbers may be climbing thanks to climate change
Rats, a common city pest. No one likes to see them running around and for big, big cities like New York City, they’re an epidemic. One that may only be getting worse because of climate change. As if lack of water and extreme heat weren’t enough, now we have to worry about rats. What a nightmare!
Read MoreHemp Cotton – jean company makes cotton like material from hemp
Hemp is a wonder crop. It can be used for all types of things, fiber, fuel, feed, it’s just great. And now it is looking to overtake the cotton industry. Iconic denim company Levi Strauss & Co has found a way to manufacture hemp to mimic cotton.
Read MoreFake Meat? – when is lab grown coming?
Cutting down on meat or even cutting it out altogether is a simple way to reduce your carbon footprint. Simple in thought, not always in action. There are a ton of meat alternatives on the market but will lab grown meat ever be viable?
Read MoreCoal Free Britain – country is coal for the first time since 1882
Good news for Britain! They’ve just done their first week without coal power since 1882! Wow! That’s amazing! Good job! The plants still play a part as a backup option but with more renewable energy options, the need for them will be less and less.
Read MoreCarbon Offset for Flights – most airlines don’t offer them
If you want to lower your carbon footprint, one of the things that is often suggested is to travel by air less. After all, air travel releases a good deal of carbon. There’s another way, carbon offset programs. Too bad less than half of the major airlines even offer that option.
Read MoreNature is in Trouble – and we need to think more sustainable to help it
There’s a lot of focus on climate, and with good reason! But let’s not forget there’s more to earth then the air we breathe and that nature in general is in quite a bit of trouble from our actions. A comprehensive review of the state of nature has been released and there are some key takeaways from it.
Read MoreSynthetic Fuel from Air Conditioning – new research into turning air cons into oil plants
Air conditioning uses a lot of energy but some people really need it because it gets hot out there! In the future though, such systems may actually be able to create fuels making a new synthetic renewable energy source.
Read MoreCarbon Capture Garden – plant your own veggies to fight against emissions
Most people who are about that sustainable life know by now that their plain grass lawns aren’t exactly the best environmental choice but now you’ve got one more reason to change your grass into an actual garden: carbon sinks. Build your own carbon capturing powerhouse and maybe get some flowers or veggies out of the effort.
Read MoreSave the Dirt – soil erosion is contributing to climate change
When we think of climate change, we think of the air and sea but dirt is really important to the process and if we don’t start making sure that we keep the soil going, we’re going to have more trouble on on our hands.
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