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G-20 Fails to Meet Climate Goals
The G20 countries are responsible for around 80% of greenhouse gas emissions, making them a significant contributor to climate change. Despite the threat of global
Climate Change Impacts Germany Now
Germany is already experiencing the effects of climate change, which are causing damage to the environment, agriculture, and economy, as well as new health problems
New Battery Absorbs CO2 During Charging
A new battery has been developed that can absorb CO2 from the air while charging. The cost per ton of greenhouse gas absorbed ranges from
The enduring popularity of light bulbs
The classic incandescent light bulb was banned by the EU in 2009, yet many of these energy-consuming bulbs still burn in German households. However, switching
Less Consumption, Better Mental Health
A recent survey conducted among college students has revealed that reducing consumption not only helps to conserve the earth’s resources but also enhances psychological well-being.
Continental and Island Collisions Cause Ice Ages
A new study by scientists at the University of California has revealed that the Earth’s climate has been warm and mild for the majority of
Climate Change Alters Ocean Phytoplankton
The changing climate is affecting the distribution of phytoplankton in the oceans, altering the color of the water and impacting the ocean’s food chain. The
CO2 destroys cooling ocean clouds.
The rising levels of atmospheric CO2 pose a significant threat to the earth’s cooling systems, particularly the stratocumulus clouds. These clouds cover about 20% of
Earth’s complete carbon balance created
The Earth contains a total of 1.85 billion gigatons of carbon, with 99.9% of it being located below the surface. Of the 43,500 gigatons on
Majority Support for CO2 Tax in Germany and USA
A new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) has found that the introduction of a CO2 tax is necessary to reduce
