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How Smartphones Are Heating Up the Planet
When we think about climate change, the main sources of carbon emissions that come to mind for most of us are heavy industries like petroleum, mining and transportation. Rarely do we point the finger at computer technologies. In fact, many…
Carbon emissions reached a historic high in 2017
Carbon emissions reached a historic high in 2017 according to a new report by a major intergovernmental organisation. Figures released by the International Energy Agency show higher energy demands and a slowing of energy efficiency improvements were responsible for the…
Emissions Must Fall By Mid-Century to Meet Paris Temperature Goals, Study Finds
With the exception of the U.S., every country in the world has now expressed an intention to honor the Paris agreement, which means they have all committed to limiting global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels…
Global Carbon Emissions Rise for First Time Since 2014
Global carbon dioxide emissions from energy increased for the first time in 2017 after three years of remaining flat, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said Thursday, meaning the world remains far off course in curbing planet warming emissions. Carbon emissions…
Methane Meltdown: Thawing Permafrost Could Release More Potent Greenhouse Gas Than Expected
A study published in Nature Climate Change Monday shows that thawing permafrost in the Arctic might produce more methane than previously thought. Methane has 28 times the Global Warming Potential (GWP) of carbon dioxide, so the findings indicate scientists might…
McDonald’s to Take Major Bite Out of Carbon Footprint with New Science-Based Targets
McDonald’s has become the first global restaurant company to set greenhouse gas targets in line with global climate science, it claimed today as it launched a raft of new green commitments. The fast food giant has pledged to reduce emissions…
C40 Reveals Cities’ Emissions Are Up To 60% Higher, Resulting In Bigger Reduction Opportunities
A new analysis from the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group has revealed that cities are actually generating up to 60% more greenhouse gasses than currently estimated due to the impact of trade in goods and services, but that this means…