Tags: Carbon emissions

China's Climate Pledge: President Xi Pledges to Stop Overseas Coal Financing to Limit Heat-Trapping Emissions

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 09.23.2021 05:29 AM

President Xi Jinping of China announced during the United Nations General Assembly that the country will stop financing the construction of coal-fired power plants abroad to limit the worldwide expansion of coal that produces heat-trapping emissions.

SINAI Technologies, Decarbonization Startup, Raises $10M in Seed Funding Round

08.20.2021 04:32 AM

San Francisco-based decarbonization platform SINAI Technologies announced securing $10M in its latest Seed Funding Round.

'Tightening The Net': New Report Warns About 'Net Zero' Carbon Targets Distracting the Public

08.09.2021 22:16 PM

A new report warns that "land-hungry" practices to achieve net zero carbon targets would cause disproportionately adverse effects like higher food prices and more hunger around the world.

Carbon Dioxide Decline 34 Million Years Ago Caused Earth's Drastic Climate Transition and Formation of Antarctica

08.03.2021 04:00 AM

In a recent paper, the atmopsheric carbon dioxide was theorized to be the main key to the drastic change of Earth's climate from greehnouse to icehouse condition.

Amazon Rainforest Can't Hold Carbon Emissions Anymore; Greatest Ally Against Climate Change Now Plays for the Wrong Team

07.15.2021 08:00 AM

The Amazon rainforest is now thriving, seemingly giving up its job against climate change, and starting to emit carbon dioxide.

Amazon Saw 19% Increase in Carbon Footprint During Pandemic, Explains Why It's Not That Bad

07.01.2021 06:00 AM

At a time when everyone stayed home due to the coronavirus pandemic, retail giant Amazon worked overtime to meet the sudden spike in delivery needs - resulting in a 19 percent increase in its carbon footprint.

59M Hectares of Forests Have Regrown Since 2000, Soaking Up 5.9 Gigatons of Carbon Dioxide

05.12.2021 01:03 AM

A new analysis showed that an area of forests the size of France had regrown naturally since 2000. That means it could store up to 5.9 gigatons of carbon emissions.

Carbon Flooding in Oil Industry Remains Strong Despite Environmental, Health Risks

04.18.2021 02:26 AM

Despite its many environmental and health risks, the practice of carbon dioxide flooding remains rampant in the oil industry with its benefits to crude production.

Increased Arctic Lightning Strikes Sets Off More Wildfires, Carbon Emissions

04.06.2021 04:55 AM

A new study suggests that lightning in the Arctic region will increase by 100 percent in the coming, setting off more wildfires and carbon emissions.

World's Richest Person Elon Musk Is Offering $100M Prize for Best Carbon Capture Technology

01.22.2021 03:05 AM

The world's richest man announced on his Twitter account that he would be giving a $100 million prize for the best carbon capture technology that will hopefully save the planet.

New Process Turns Carbon Dioxide Into Jet Fuel

12.28.2020 19:00 PM

Oxford University researchers have re-engineered jet fuel from greenhouse gas. Over time, the introduction of hybrid vehicles and tighter pollution regulations resulted in the growing environmental impact of land-based automobiles.

Greenland’s Largest Glaciers Likely to Melt Faster Than We Thought - Study

11.18.2020 07:30 AM

Greenland's largest glaciers could lose more ice than previously predicted if emissions continue as 'business as usual.'

Petronas Unveils Target for Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050

11.05.2020 10:00 AM

Petronas is the latest in the global oil market to adopt a more environmentally-friendly goal. Petronas, the Malaysian state-run oil and gas company, has declared its target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050 - the latest in the global oil market to adopt a more environmentally-friendly goal.

South Korea to Work Towards Carbon Neutrality by 2050

10.29.2020 19:00 PM

South Korea is the latest country to declare its carbon neutrality target by the year 2050, according to President Moon Jae In.

Exxon Mobil Supposedly Plans to Increase Carbon Emissions In Leaked Documents, Responds to Allegations

10.06.2020 21:58 PM

Exxon Mobil Corporation is planning to increase its annual carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by as much as the annual output of Greece, according to leaked documents, with the company responding in an official statement.

Researchers Around the World Share Atmospheric Changes During the Pandemic

10.01.2020 08:10 AM

Atmospheric scientists worldwide share how nitrogen and carbon gas emissions have significantly decreased during the pandemic weeks after lockdown measures. Results show the impact of traffic-related pollution, which researchers would typically study over several years.

Popular Clock in New York City Now Reflects Our 'Remaining Time'

09.20.2020 23:29 PM

The Metronome—a 62-foot-wide electronic clock with a 15-digit display facing Manhattan's Union square—has changed its display to the remaining time before the "climate change deadline."

The Eatwell Guide Can Help Fight Obesity & Reduce Environmental Footprints

08.29.2020 08:40 AM

Research on the Eatwell Guide reveals that it is beneficial for overall health and is eco-friendly. Better adherence to guidelines could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the UK.

Atmosphere in Antarctica Is Cooling Ten Times Faster Due to Carbon Emissions

07.28.2020 06:40 AM

Scientists discovered that greenhouse gases do not have the same effect on the lower atmosphere as they are cooling the mesosphere while radiating the excess energy into the space.

Costa Rica Might Become a Carbon-Free Utopia by 2050, Forefronted by Cyclists

06.01.2020 23:20 PM

Costa Rica aspires for zero carbon emissions by 2050 as cyclists forefront a movement with their eco-friendly campaigns.

It's Getting Hot in Here!: 5 Ways to Help Lessen Our Carbon Footprint in 2020

12.21.2019 01:06 AM

As the global temperature continues to rise, the final hope of our planet is up to us, Without a doubt, the effects of climate change are already here.

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