Google, one of the world’s largest technology companies, has recently come under fire for a significant increase in its greenhouse gas emissions over the past year. According to a report released by the company, Google’s carbon footprint has jumped by 40% in 2021, marking a worrying trend in its environmental impact. One of the main… Continue reading Google’s greenhouse gas emissions have jumped, and AI is a big cause
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Emissions From Banned Ozone-Destroying Chemicals Are Mysteriously Rising
As of recent, ozone-destroying chemical emissions, particularly the chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) class, have been increasing rather than decreasing as expected. This phenomenon has perplexed scientists as it has been observed as of recently and could have long-term implications for Earth’s atmosphere if left unchecked. CFCs are essentially ozone-depleting chemical compounds that are mostly responsible for the… Continue reading Emissions From Banned Ozone-Destroying Chemicals Are Mysteriously Rising
New IPCC Report: ‘Rapidly Closing Window of Opportunity’ to Reverse Climate Change
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has recently issued an unprecedented report detailing what the world must do to avoid the catastrophic consequences of climate change. The report paints a dire picture, noting that we have only a short window of opportunity to act if we hope to reverse climate change. At the heart… Continue reading New IPCC Report: ‘Rapidly Closing Window of Opportunity’ to Reverse Climate Change
United Nations warns 2050 net-zero climate goals are already outdated
The United Nations has recently warned that 2050 net-zero climate goals may already be outdated. This is due to the recent body of evidence that shows that global temperature rise is accelerating far faster than expected. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), a United Nations body, has warned that countries must act quickly to… Continue reading United Nations warns 2050 net-zero climate goals are already outdated
Elon Musk’s sustainability dreams for Tesla need to start in his own backyard
Tesla, the electric automotive and energy company headed by legendary entrepreneur Elon Musk, has made some big strides towards sustainability in the energy and automotive industries. With a wide range of electric cars, solar roof panels, and lithium-ion battery storage systems, Tesla is working to reduce emissions and create a more sustainable future. However, as… Continue reading Elon Musk’s sustainability dreams for Tesla need to start in his own backyard
Minnesota Will Require 100% Carbon-Free Electricity by 2040
Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota has recently announced a new, groundbreaking plan to reduce carbon emissions in the state. Under the plan, Minnesota will require 100% carbon-free electricity by the year 2040. This ambitious goal is a major step forward in Minnesota’s efforts to combat climate change and create a cleaner, healthier environment. The plan… Continue reading Minnesota Will Require 100% Carbon-Free Electricity by 2040
JetBlue no longer plans to offset emissions from domestic flights
Airline giant JetBlue recently announced that they are no longer planning on offsetting emissions generated by domestic flights. The global environmental movement to lower emissions has been gaining steam throughout the world, and JetBlue had intended to do their part by making a concerted effort to reduce their own carbon footprint. JetBlue’s carbon offset plan… Continue reading JetBlue no longer plans to offset emissions from domestic flights