Tag: carbon emissions
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2024 Recorded as Hottest Year in History: Global Climate Disasters Overview
2024 has been declared the hottest year in history, with climate disasters striking across the globe. This unprecedented rise in temperatures has led to a series of environmental challenges, affecting millions of people worldwide. From devastating wildfires to severe flooding, the impact of these climate-related disasters highlights the urgent need for global action on climate…
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COP29 Nations Approve New Global Carbon Market Rules
COP29 nations have approved new rules for the establishment of a global carbon market, a significant development in international efforts to address climate change. The approval came after intense negotiations, underlining the global commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and limiting global warming. The new framework aims to streamline carbon trading and ensure that emission…
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China Leads in Global Race for Clean Energy, Surpassing U.S. Investment Efforts
China is increasingly outpacing the United States in the quest for the ‘Holy Grail’ of clean energy technology. This strategic move is aimed at dominating the clean energy sector, focusing on innovations such as advanced nuclear reactors and solar energy. The video highlights the significant investments and advancements China has made in clean energy, comparing…
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Siberia’s Permafrost ‘Megaslump’ Expands, Scientists Warn of Environmental Impact
The Siberian permafrost, often referred to as the “gateway to the underworld,” is experiencing a dramatic expansion due to climate change, according to a report by FRANCE 24 English. This phenomenon, known as a ‘megaslump,’ poses significant environmental challenges, as it not only transforms the landscape but also releases previously trapped greenhouse gases, exacerbating global…
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France Sets Carbon Budget for Olympics, Aiming to Halve Emissions with Sustainable Initiatives
France is making an ambitious effort to halve the carbon emissions for the upcoming Olympic Games, setting a carbon budget at 1.58 million tons of CO2, which is the equivalent to the annual emissions of 150,000 French citizens. This initiative includes avoiding new constructions by utilizing existing and temporary venues, promoting the use of wood…
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Exploring Geoengineering: Scientists Test Innovative Methods to Refreeze the Arctic
Researchers in the Arctic Circle are exploring innovative geoengineering methods to combat the rapid decline of sea ice, a phenomenon threatening to accelerate global warming significantly. The Wall Street Journal reported on a Dutch startup’s efforts to use techniques inspired by Dutch ice masters and Canadian ice road engineers to artificially thicken sea ice in…
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Norway and the US Forge Ahead in Carbon Capture and Storage, Aiming for Industrial Decarbonization
Norway and the United States are at the forefront of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology, leveraging their extensive experience in the oil and gas industries to tackle emissions from hard-to-abate sectors such as cement, steel, and chemical industries. The video highlights the significant investments and developments in CCS, including the revamping of a cement…