|
|
Articles related to "Greenhouse Gas Emissions"
Kyoto Protocol Achievements The Kyoto Protocol has had some effect in controlling worldwide emissions of greenhouse gases, but not much. kyoto protocol • control of greenhouse gas emissions • monitoring greenhouse gas emissions • marrakesh accords • clean development mechanism
Lowering Greenhouse Gas Emissions Nuclear Power has been ignored in the past in favor of alternative energy sources. Here are the pros and cons of the nuclear option in the fight against global warming. nuclear power • fossil fuels • nuclear option • global warming • greenhouse gas
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Completion of phase one of the European Emissions Trading System brings valuable lessons for designing an effective strategy to control global climate change. emissions trading systems • cap and trade • emissions allowances • kyoto protocol • greenhouse effect
Carbon Offsets and the Environment What are Carbon Offsets and who are the Carbon Offset providers? Consumers can use the voluntary market in Carbon Offsets to lower their carbon footprint. carbon dioxide • global warming • carbon dioxide emissions • options for a greener lifestyle • greenhouse gas emissions
Kyoto Protocol Milestones Sixteen years after its inception the Kyoto Convention is still groping its way towards becoming a genuinely useful framework for tackling global climate change. kyoto convention • kyoto protocol • framework convention on climate change • greenhouse gas reduction • tackling climate change
A Green Policy on Plastic Bag Use Plastic shopping bags have a large environmental impact. Countries and individuals will have to adopt a more green policy in order to limit plastic bag use. plastic shopping bags • fossil fuel • green policy • plastic bag use • plastic bags
Al Gore's Global Warming Projects Live Earth concerts, The Climate Project, the We Campaign, warn about our climate crisis while projecting how to have 100% carbon free electrical energy within 10 years. al gore • causes of global warming • global climate change • clean energy • madonna
Beyond the Kyoto Protocol An effective extension to the Kyoto Protocol to combat climate change will depend on the EU, US and China resolving key differences. kyoto protocol • tackling climate change • kyoto protocol targets and achievements • the bali agreement • emissions reduction targets
Biofuels for Green Energy Biofuels are becoming important as alternative fuels in the fight against greenhouse gas emissions. They also help to cut down on the use of fossil fuels. global warming • e85 • e10 • e20 • biofuels
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Despite problems,Flexible Fuel Vehicles can combat the rising cost of gasoline, cut down on dependence on imported fossil fuels and help curb greenhouse gas emissions. flexible fuel vehicles • ethanol gasoline • gasoline price • alternative fuel vehicles • alternative fuel autos
Insulation Can Reduce Energy Bills Adding more insulation to the right places can dramatically reduce home heating bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. reduce energy bills • fiberglass • fiber glas • mineral wool • blownin insulation
Irish Scientists Aim to Knock Wind Out of Greenhouse Effect "...their next goal will be to reduce levels of methane emission. Which should be quite a simple thing to do, actually. Apart from cutting out the onion soup and baked beans, they simply need to ensure that the cattle and sheep avoid curry, three-alarm (or stronger) chilli, and pints of Guinness. Well, it works for me." ireland • irish • dublin • humour • humor
Kayak Fishing is Green Boating The fishing kayak makes for a green sport. It creates no greenhouse gas emissions, uses no gasoline, requires no boat insurance, and it can be carried on a hybrid SUV. kayak fishing • greenhouse gas emissions • hybrid suv • boat insurance • gps tracking devices
Solutions for Global Warming Many have talked about cutting back on carbon dioxide emissions, as a way of controlling global warming. This article discusses other alternatives. greenhouse • gases • emissions • greenhouse gases • carbon dioxide
U.S. Rep Suggests Carbon Tax U.S. Congressman John D. Dingell is seeking public comment on his proposal to tax carbon-based fuels to discourage consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. carbon tax • john dingell • fossil fuels • greenhouse gas emissions • greenhouse gases
Wood burning awareness In the new energy crisis we must reconsider alternative sources. For people seeking a simpler lifestyle, wood heat has been a traditional favourite. But there's some argument as to whether using wood fuel is harmful or beneficial to the environment. energy crisis • wood heat • fossil fuels • environment • natural resources
CO2 Not the Only Greenhouse Gas Although carbon dioxide is the largest agent of global warming, there are other greenhouse gases. Methane, nitrous oxide and fluorocarbons all add to climate change. carbon dioxide • global warming potential • greenhouse gas • climate change • co2
Hybrid Cars and Global Warming What are hybrid cars? The advantages, disadvantages and future of hybrid vehicles and their effect on global warming and greenhouse gas emissions. hybrid cars and global warming • automobiles that give better fuel economy • lower greenhouse gases • future of hybrid vehicles • hybrid cars
The UK Climate Change Bill In 2008 the UK expects to enact a groundbreaking Climate Change Bill that will set legally binding targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. uk climate change bill • tackling climate change • uk climate change policy • office of climate change • committee on climate change
12 Tips for a Greener You in 2008 Made a resolution to live more sustainably and be kinder to the environment, but not sure how to set your priorities? A sustainability expert has some simple answers. sustainable lifestyle • live more sustainably • tips for a greener you • tips for living sustainably • tips to reduce your footprint
Carbon Dioxide and Global Warming Carbon Dioxide levels, largely man made, are increasing the world average temperture. This increase will have a devestating effect on sea levels. carbon dioxide atmospheric concentrations • carbon dioxide levels • man made carbon dioxide emission • man made greenhouse gas emissions • global warming
Carbon Offsets for Continental Continental Airlines knows that reducing greenhouse gas will fight global warming. It joins with STI to purchase carbon offsets with a goal of being carbon neutral. sustainable travel international • continental airlines • carbon neutral • greenhouse gas emissions • global warming solutions
Green Home Building Takes Off The green building movement is gathering momentum and both general contractors and remodeling contractors are educating themselves on materials and ENERGY STAR appliances green home building • sustainable construction • earth day • energy efficiency • utility bills
LEED for Green Office Environments LEED's "loose fit, long life" sustainable design approach to green commercial architecture is good for business, the environment, and the workplace. u.s. environmental protection agency • green commercial building practices • leed • mergers outsourcing downsizing • recruiting and retaining employees
Sustainability and Securing Talent The link between employee engagement and corporate sustainability is firmly established. Organizations need to ramp up their green campaigns to secure the best talent. recruitment and retention consultancies • monstertrak greencareers • healthy organizational footprint • green business practices improve employee retentio • link between employee engagement and corporate sus
Crude Fuel From Garden Waste Many organisations are developing biofuels to replace gasoline, but most of them use food crops. Australian scientists have made a biofuel from forest and garden waste. csiro’s crude biofuel process • crude fuel from garden waste • australians convert rubbish to biofuel • csiro and monash’s furafuel process • dr steven loffler’s furafuel process
Problems with Biofuels Are biofuels an eco friendly alternative fuel? There are questions as to their use as an alternative energy, their impact on biodiversity and the environment. problems with biofuels • biofuels • biodiesel • environmental hazards • climate change
Top Selling Hybrid Vehicle Models Environmental concerns and fuel economy are making Hybrid vehicles more popular. See some of America's new hybrid cars, including hybrid SUVs. top selling hybrid vehicle models • toyota prius • hybrid cars • new hybrid cars • nissan altima
A Leader in Sustainable Tourism As a leader of luxury class hotels and resorts within the travel and tourism industry, Fairmont was the first to launch a chain-wide environmental program. leaders forefronts developments sustainable touris • first launch chain-wide environmental programs • superior levels upscale services amenities • architecturally appropriates settings • policy papers glass recycling
Climate Change Skeptics There are dissenting views on the causes and correct response to global warming, but few would bet against the mainstream scientists' case. climate change skeptics • climate change consensus • dissenting views on climate change • intergovernmental panel on climate change • ipcc
Responsible Luxury Travel Plans Luxury leisure travel and ecotourism are not mutually exclusive. The tourism industry is catching up to consumer demands for more sustainable, yet comfortable, vacations. responsible easy alaska sustainable environmentall • consumer demands more comfortable • armed with knowledge disproportionate amounts nonr • ways enjoy distant tropical remote destinations ac • full service rain forest fresh organic locally gro
Welcome to Kyoto, Canada
The Canadian government has passed a resolution in support of Canada's ratification of the Kyoto Protocol.
Alternate Power Production Methods This article discusses the alternate power sources which are assisting the main power generation methods in a very important way. geothermal energy • biomass • wind energy • fuel cells • solar power
Banana Republic's Organic Fashion To celebrate of Earth Day, retailer Banana Republic unveiled an eco-fashion line this week, featuring a summer collection of environmentally friendly clothing for women. organic fashion • environmentally friendly fashion • eco style • organic clothes • eco-chic
Earth Day and Computers When planning activities for April 22nd, consider including some aimed at reducing the negative environmental impact of computers. earth day • green technology • computer recycling • earth day activities • eco-friendly activities
Green Technology at School This April 22nd consider making an impact on the environment by enacting changes in the computer lab at school. earth day • green technology • pc power usage • environmentally friendly • environmental impact of computers
Not-So-Common Birds Tips for protecting common North American birds, many of which have lost their habitats to farms, development and irresponsible logging practices. common birds • native wildlife • development • climate change • extinction
Renewable Energy: Tidal Power Tidal power is now accepted as an economically viable and more environmentally acceptable kind of hydroelectric power. Tidal power can only be harnessed in coastal areas where tidal range is relatively high. engineering • energy • alternative • power • renewable
2010 Vancouver Olympics Sustainability Star Jury Big names from industry and government form the Sustainability Star jury for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. 2010 vancouver olympics sustainability star jury • coke • rona • enviro canada • deloitte
Book Reviews Read about books that cover green living, conservation, eco-friendly living and global warming green living • books • book reviews • it's easy being green • omnivore's dilemma
CARMA.org Released CARMA.org has been released. Get the facts on carbon dioxide emissions and power plants from all over the globe. carma • carma website • new carma website • co2 emissions • new co2 website
Clinton, Edwards or Obama? What do all the democrats stand for? Who should you vote for? This article outlines the similarities and differences between Clinton, Edwards and Obama. barack obama • obama • hilary clinton • hillary clinton • clinton
Green Banking More and more business practices are incorporating the go green initiative - including banking. green banking • green mortgages • green credit cards • online banking • save the planet
Integrated Bicycling Resolution At their June conference, the U.S. Conference of Mayors recognized that bicycling should be promoted for many reasons including transportation, environment, and health. u.s. conference of mayors resolution on bicycling • national transportation crisis • bicycling for health • traffic congestion • obesity epedemic
Learning to Eat Locally Resources about the benefits and how-tos of locally-based eating. 100-mile diet • eat locally • locavore • eat local • food routes
Materials Best Suited to Recycling Recycling is the most important of the three R's, Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Recycling Paper, aluminum, glass and plastic produce large savings in energy and materials. materials suited to recycling • household waste recycling • environmental benefits • reuse reduce recycle • what can be recycled
Mining: A Closer Look at Aluminium Aluminium is both inexpensive and adaptable to a wide range of uses. Mining of aluminium is an important engineering process and deserves some attention to make it environmentally viable. engineering • mining • aluminium • aluminum • alumina
New Zealand Energy Strategy An ambitious strategy sets New Zealand firmly on a path towards clean, renewable energy. new zealand energy strategy • climate change • sustainable energy • sustainable future • new zealand and climate change
Renewable Energy Resources What are biofuels? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using biofuels as a renewable resource? This article continues December's discussion of energy resources. biofuel • biomass • biogas • methanol • ethanol |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
F |
G |
H |
I |
J |
K |
L |
M |
N |
O |
P |
Q |
R |
S |
T |
U |
V |
W |
X |
Y |
Z |
0-9 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|