A renewable source of energy is a carbon-free, non-depleting source of energy. Unlike fossil fuels, renewable energy is not limited by our resources. There are numerous renewable sources of energy, including bioenergy. While it may produce carbon dioxide, its emissions are less than the amount it pulls from the atmosphere. Unfortunately, some forms of bioenergy […]
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If you are wondering, “How do fertilizers cause water pollution?” then you have come to the right place. There are many causes of water pollution and these include excessive irrigation, overapplication, and nitrate leaching. Below I’ll outline some of the main reasons for water pollution. Using fertilizers properly can help prevent the pollution of water […]
The impact of human activities on sea level rise is well-known. Greenland’s ice sheet is responsible for around twenty percent of this rise. The rest is due to climate change. Human activities like mining, farming, and coastal development have all contributed to the increase. Here are some interesting facts about sea level rise. You will […]
Climate change is the greatest health threat facing humanity. It requires unprecedented changes in our society. The impacts are not only felt by humans but animals, too. Currently, 19 of the 20 warmest years on record have been recorded in this century. Sea ice is diminishing at an alarming rate. Flooding will become more common, […]
If you are concerned about the effects of climate change, you may have heard of the terms global warming and climate change. These two terms refer to the same thing – the increase in greenhouse gas emissions caused by human activity. In fact, the two terms are often used interchangeably, especially in normal communications. In […]
When you think about plants, you may have some preconceived ideas about what they do. They take in nutrients and other elements from their environment. That means that they need oxygen and carbon dioxide. They also need water and N to live and grow. However, it is only in recent years that we have understood […]
A key component of Tesla’s mission is to help accelerate the global transition to renewable energy. The transition requires policies and processes that promote the development of alternative and sustainable energy sources. In this article, we’ll discuss the challenges, what needs to be done, and what progress has been made so far. Here are some […]
Investors are starting to divest from fossil fuels, citing ethical and business reasons. A cap has been set on global greenhouse gas emissions, known as the carbon budget, with the aim of limiting global warming to 2 degC by the end of this century. But how can these changes impact companies and consumers? In this […]
The relationship between local wealth and the number of night lights is strong in most countries in the sample. The study has potential applications in other areas, says Sebastian Schutte, a fellow at the University of Konstanz’s Zukunftskolleg. It is also applicable to other areas besides urban centers. Its method can be easily implemented and […]
In this article, we discuss Australia’s carbon tax and its revenue neutrality. We look at the effect it will have on businesses and emissions. This article was written with the hopes of providing an unbiased assessment of the carbon tax. You may be pleasantly surprised. Weighing the costs and benefits of the carbon tax, we’ll […]