Thursday, December 24, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Climate change debate
CNN's Christine Romans has a look at companies spending money on climate change.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
What is carbon trading?
Carbon trading, a mechanism to tackle global warming, is high on the Copenhagen agenda.
Struggling with climate change
Fluctuating temperatures and erratic weather are cause havoc in Grenada.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Sweden's 'green' city
CNN's Jim Boulden reports on a Swedish city that has cut emissions, while keeping its economy growing.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Report: Rising seas threaten
A new report predicts catastrophic results along Australia's coast by the turn of the century due to rising seas.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Scott's hotshots: The long bunker
Living Golf's touring pro, Adam Scott gives tips on improving their technique on the long bunker shot.
Scott's hotshots: The long bunker
Living Golf's touring pro, Adam Scott gives tips on improving their technique on the long bunker shot.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
INTRO TO GLOBAL WARMING
What Exactly is Global Warming, and Why Should We "Go Green?"
WHAT IS GLOBAL WARMING?
Global warming is the effect of climate changes taking place in the Earth’s ecosystem. The main reason why it exists today can be traced to industry and technology sectors that produce waste and pollution. Our own impact on the environment also leads to increasing landfills, waste products in lakes and streams, and stacks of non-recyclable material goods.
Toxic fumes and gases from cars, power plants, engines and factories all lead to dangerous emissions. In turn, these have an impact on the Earth, creating an imbalance in the Earth’s atmosphere. Carbon emissions in particular can have a devastating effect on nature. While electricity and technology are necessary for most lifestyles, the side effects of excessive energy usage and toxic waste buildup are leading to serious problems throughout the world.
OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT
According to StopGlobalWarming.org, the United States is responsible for 22% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. This means that we are using up a considerable amount of the world’s resources, which is especially harmful to natural forests, animals, and even villages and farms where the weather is an important part of daily living. Catastrophic weather patterns including severe floods, hurricanes, and even earthquakes can be linked to global warming and the shifts and imbalances in the Earth’s environment.
FIGHT GLOBAL WARMING
Efforts to combat global warming are becoming even more acceptable than ever before, and you’ve probably already come across dozens of eco-friendly projects and ideas. Many researchers and scientists are creating new ways for us to obtain energy. Renewable energy sources are becoming valuable to a variety of industries including automobile manufacturers, natural foods, and even computers. Hybrid cars are just one way for us to reduce our ‘carbon footprint’ as the years go by. Eco-friendly clothing made from organic fibers and natural materials offers the fashion world a chance to change clothing standards toward a more earth-friendly approach.
Famous faces and celebrities such as Sienna Miller, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Matt Damon are all making efforts to share the green movement with Hollywood, giving us many options to join in and learn more. From t-shirts that share a conservation message, to buying eco-friendly accessories and products, it’s easy to stay fashionable and support the environment in the process. Stopping global warming will take time and a joint effort of many communities, but simply starting a recycling program can be a strong step in the "green" direction!
WHAT IS GLOBAL WARMING?
Global warming is the effect of climate changes taking place in the Earth’s ecosystem. The main reason why it exists today can be traced to industry and technology sectors that produce waste and pollution. Our own impact on the environment also leads to increasing landfills, waste products in lakes and streams, and stacks of non-recyclable material goods.
Toxic fumes and gases from cars, power plants, engines and factories all lead to dangerous emissions. In turn, these have an impact on the Earth, creating an imbalance in the Earth’s atmosphere. Carbon emissions in particular can have a devastating effect on nature. While electricity and technology are necessary for most lifestyles, the side effects of excessive energy usage and toxic waste buildup are leading to serious problems throughout the world.
OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT
According to StopGlobalWarming.org, the United States is responsible for 22% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. This means that we are using up a considerable amount of the world’s resources, which is especially harmful to natural forests, animals, and even villages and farms where the weather is an important part of daily living. Catastrophic weather patterns including severe floods, hurricanes, and even earthquakes can be linked to global warming and the shifts and imbalances in the Earth’s environment.
FIGHT GLOBAL WARMING
Efforts to combat global warming are becoming even more acceptable than ever before, and you’ve probably already come across dozens of eco-friendly projects and ideas. Many researchers and scientists are creating new ways for us to obtain energy. Renewable energy sources are becoming valuable to a variety of industries including automobile manufacturers, natural foods, and even computers. Hybrid cars are just one way for us to reduce our ‘carbon footprint’ as the years go by. Eco-friendly clothing made from organic fibers and natural materials offers the fashion world a chance to change clothing standards toward a more earth-friendly approach.
Famous faces and celebrities such as Sienna Miller, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Matt Damon are all making efforts to share the green movement with Hollywood, giving us many options to join in and learn more. From t-shirts that share a conservation message, to buying eco-friendly accessories and products, it’s easy to stay fashionable and support the environment in the process. Stopping global warming will take time and a joint effort of many communities, but simply starting a recycling program can be a strong step in the "green" direction!
Take this quiz to find out how green you are!
Are you looking to be more eco-friendly? Take our quiz to find out how 'green' you already are, and get tips on living a 'greener' lifestyle!
Take this quiz to find out how green you are!
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Climate talks in London
London is hosting climate talks to determine how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. ITN's Tom Clarke reports.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Global warming goals
The United States says developing countries must do more to stop climate change.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
To offset carbon dioxide, a Japanese airline is asking its passengers to go to the toilet before boarding.
(CNN) -- To offset carbon dioxide, a Japanese airline is asking its passengers to go to the toilet before boarding.
All Nippon Airways is asking passengers to use the restroom before flying to reduce weight.
The unusual request by All Nippon Airways (ANA) is part of its "e-Flight" promotional program to reduce the amount of carbon expelled on 38 domestic routes and its twice daily international flights to Singapore.
"Asking passengers to go to the toilet (before boarding) is just a small part of the program," said spokeswoman Megumi Tezuka, which includes using recycled paper cups and plastic bottles instead of glass.
"We are making these items lighter -- and making the passengers lighter, a little bit," Tezuka said.
The airline estimates that if 50 percent of passengers relieved themselves before boarding, it would reduce carbon dioxide by 4.2 tons a month.
All Nippon Airways is asking passengers to use the restroom before flying to reduce weight.
The unusual request by All Nippon Airways (ANA) is part of its "e-Flight" promotional program to reduce the amount of carbon expelled on 38 domestic routes and its twice daily international flights to Singapore.
"Asking passengers to go to the toilet (before boarding) is just a small part of the program," said spokeswoman Megumi Tezuka, which includes using recycled paper cups and plastic bottles instead of glass.
"We are making these items lighter -- and making the passengers lighter, a little bit," Tezuka said.
The airline estimates that if 50 percent of passengers relieved themselves before boarding, it would reduce carbon dioxide by 4.2 tons a month.
Green and friendly skies
CNN's Andrew Stevens looks at the current state of airlines efforts to be environmentally friendly.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Fighting climate change
CNN's Becky Anderson speaks with boxing heavyweight Evander Holyfield about his fight with climate change
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
G20 Leaders to focus on climate change at summit
At the United Nations, President Obama urges bold, swift, global action to address climate change.
CNN's Emily Chang reports on Chinese President Hu Jintao's speech before the U.N. on climate change.
CNN's Emily Chang reports on Chinese President Hu Jintao's speech before the U.N. on climate change.
Sunday, September 6, 2009
How Big Is Your Eco-Footprint?
Each one of us leaves a measurable footprint on the planet. It’s called an eco-footprint and it’s the amount of energy and natural resources that the planet must provide to sustain our lifestyles.
-- you know they each one of us lead they measurable footprint on the planet. It's called an eagle footprint and it's the amount of energy and natural resources that the planet must generate to sustain our lifestyles. Do you have any idea what you're -- footprint and -- -- -- by using the eagle footprint calculator at doing your part dot com and truck. It's eye opening. You start with entering basic information about where you live how many people live with tubes and the size of your home. Asked about what forms of energy you used in your home -- like multi issues and how you save electricity. After you enter the number of miles traveled each year it's all about how you eat what she eat and where you shop for food. You'll be asked about water saving measures in your home products used to build your home in the chemicals you use to clean it. And last it's all about the trash how much do you generate every week and what items do you recycle on a regular basis. It calculates how many planets it takes to maintain your lifestyle and the results may shock you. It's not a perfect test but it just on making each one of us realize how much we take from the planet every day. In fact this year alone we'll take 40% more than the planet can naturally produce. That means we're dipping into the future just to keep up our lifestyles and fat is not sustainable. My hope is that you'll visit date your part dot com to measure your eco footprint and learn ways that you can start treading lightly on our planet. I reducing. Reusing and --
How To Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Your carbon footprint is how many greenhouse gases you release in your daily activities. Be remembered by your good deeds, not your carbon emissions.
Step 1: Turn thermostat up/down
Turn your thermostat up in the summer or down in the winter by just two degrees, and you’ll prevent hundreds of pounds of carbon dioxide from being released each year.
Close doors to rooms that you are not using to maximize heating and air conditioning. Insulate windows and doors to save even more heating costs.
Step 2: Unplug electronics
Turn off and unplug your computer, TV, and other electronics when you’re not using them. Even electronics in sleep mode draw power.
Leaving your TV cable box on 24 hours a day uses about 65% as much energy as a standard refrigerator.
Step 3: Change bulbs
Change all the incandescent bulbs in your home to compact fluorescent bulbs, which use about 75% less energy.
Step 4: Do full loads of laundry/dishwashing
Do your laundry or run a dishwasher only when you have a full load. It saves water and it’s an excuse not to clean.
Step 5: Eat local
Eat local: An organic out-of-season vegetable from the other side of the world may sound delicious, but it had to make that trip on a huge container ship.
Take a canvas tote with you shopping, so you have a ready – and better – answer to the question “paper or plastic?”
Step 6: Bring own coffee cup/mug
Bring your own cup or mug when you buy coffee and stop tossing an average of 20 pounds of disposable cups a year.
Step 7: Cut back on bottled water
Cut back on bottled water. Most tap water is perfectly safe to drink, and making the plastic and transporting the bottles uses huge quantities of fossil fuels.
Step 8: Plant a tree
Plant a tree. Trees help reduce greenhouse gases, and every one counts. Consider it a peace offering to the Earth.
Step 9: Consolidate car trips
Don’t jump in your car every time you feel the urge to run an errand. Plan and consolidate your trips to cut down on gas.
Step 10: Carpool, public transportation, bike, or walk
When you can, carpool, use public transportation, or ride your bicycle. Or walk, proud to be treading lightly.
Cattle produce as much as 37% of the atmosphere’s methane, a greenhouse gas 20 times more potent than carbon dioxide.
Step 1: Turn thermostat up/down
Turn your thermostat up in the summer or down in the winter by just two degrees, and you’ll prevent hundreds of pounds of carbon dioxide from being released each year.
Close doors to rooms that you are not using to maximize heating and air conditioning. Insulate windows and doors to save even more heating costs.
Step 2: Unplug electronics
Turn off and unplug your computer, TV, and other electronics when you’re not using them. Even electronics in sleep mode draw power.
Leaving your TV cable box on 24 hours a day uses about 65% as much energy as a standard refrigerator.
Step 3: Change bulbs
Change all the incandescent bulbs in your home to compact fluorescent bulbs, which use about 75% less energy.
Step 4: Do full loads of laundry/dishwashing
Do your laundry or run a dishwasher only when you have a full load. It saves water and it’s an excuse not to clean.
Step 5: Eat local
Eat local: An organic out-of-season vegetable from the other side of the world may sound delicious, but it had to make that trip on a huge container ship.
Take a canvas tote with you shopping, so you have a ready – and better – answer to the question “paper or plastic?”
Step 6: Bring own coffee cup/mug
Bring your own cup or mug when you buy coffee and stop tossing an average of 20 pounds of disposable cups a year.
Step 7: Cut back on bottled water
Cut back on bottled water. Most tap water is perfectly safe to drink, and making the plastic and transporting the bottles uses huge quantities of fossil fuels.
Step 8: Plant a tree
Plant a tree. Trees help reduce greenhouse gases, and every one counts. Consider it a peace offering to the Earth.
Step 9: Consolidate car trips
Don’t jump in your car every time you feel the urge to run an errand. Plan and consolidate your trips to cut down on gas.
Step 10: Carpool, public transportation, bike, or walk
When you can, carpool, use public transportation, or ride your bicycle. Or walk, proud to be treading lightly.
Cattle produce as much as 37% of the atmosphere’s methane, a greenhouse gas 20 times more potent than carbon dioxide.
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