Topic: #opinion
Champion Nature's Diversity, their Wellbeing Matters for Us
04 Mar, 2025 04:48 PM
Take a moment to marvel at the complex network of ecosystems, where each animal plays a crucial role in maintaining the fragile balance of nature. From the bees that pollinate our crops to the humus that enriches our soil, and the predators that regulate
Take a moment to marvel at the complex network of ecosystems, where each animal plays a crucial role in maintaining the fragile balance of nature. From the bees that pollinate our crops to the humus that enriches our soil, and the predators that regulate
This is the Reason Why it Feels Extremely Hot these Days
02 Mar, 2025 09:00 AM
The film ‘Extrapolations’, created by Scott Z. Burns for Apple TV+, depicts how the world would come to a breaking point due to the effects of climate change.
The film ‘Extrapolations’, created by Scott Z. Burns for Apple TV+, depicts how the world would come to a breaking point due to the effects of climate change.
Biogas is a Sustainable Energy Source for a Greener Tomorrow
20 Feb, 2025 05:00 PM
Biogas stands as a promising solution to combat climate change and enhance energy security, offering a sustainable and renewable energy source that benefits both our environment and society.
Biogas stands as a promising solution to combat climate change and enhance energy security, offering a sustainable and renewable energy source that benefits both our environment and society.
Why it Matters to Transition to Sustainable Energy
10 Feb, 2025 03:01 PM
Fossil fuels currently account for 80% of the global energy supply, releasing around 75% of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Chief among these is carbon dioxide, which traps heat from the sun, leading to global warming and its associated impacts.
Fossil fuels currently account for 80% of the global energy supply, releasing around 75% of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Chief among these is carbon dioxide, which traps heat from the sun, leading to global warming and its associated impacts.
You’ll Ail Too If the Planet Fails to Heal, Here's How
08 Feb, 2025 12:25 PM
Clean air is a human right. The United Nations General Assembly formally declared this right in 2022, following the UN Human Rights Council's recognition of the right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment in 2021.
Clean air is a human right. The United Nations General Assembly formally declared this right in 2022, following the UN Human Rights Council's recognition of the right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment in 2021.
There’s No time, I Am Forced to Be a Climate Journalist
07 Feb, 2025 04:20 AM
It is exactly 3:23 am writing this piece. I have lost sleep, thinking about the world, and how its ending. I had to wake up, because, whatever you are about to read is very important. So, please take a moment, and read this, it is for your own good. I pro
It is exactly 3:23 am writing this piece. I have lost sleep, thinking about the world, and how its ending. I had to wake up, because, whatever you are about to read is very important. So, please take a moment, and read this, it is for your own good. I pro
Industrial Growth is Possible without Harming the Environment
06 Feb, 2025 03:26 PM
The expansion of civilization often came at the cost of nature; to make room for industrialization, vast tracts of land had to be cleared, leading to deforestation and habitat loss. This has fostered a pervasive belief that success in industry necessitate
The expansion of civilization often came at the cost of nature; to make room for industrialization, vast tracts of land had to be cleared, leading to deforestation and habitat loss. This has fostered a pervasive belief that success in industry necessitate
US Withdrawal from the Paris Accord Threatens Global Climate Goals
05 Feb, 2025 09:03 AM
Among the long-term goals of the Paris Climate Agreement is to formulate and submit low greenhouse gas emissions. This development strategy would need significant financial and technological assistance to be effectively achieved in Kenya. This is not only
Among the long-term goals of the Paris Climate Agreement is to formulate and submit low greenhouse gas emissions. This development strategy would need significant financial and technological assistance to be effectively achieved in Kenya. This is not only
Destroying Earth Corresponds to Abandoning Your Dear Mother
04 Feb, 2025 08:58 PM
Destroying trees to make room for agriculture is one of the justifications that humans have been using as an excuse. But can agroecology solve that problem? Yes. It is a matter of choice. You can choose not to cut trees. You can also decide to grow trees
Destroying trees to make room for agriculture is one of the justifications that humans have been using as an excuse. But can agroecology solve that problem? Yes. It is a matter of choice. You can choose not to cut trees. You can also decide to grow trees
Isiolo Wildfires Harm The Environment, Livelihoods
24 Jan, 2025 09:32 AM
Isiolo residents, many of whom depend on livestock for their livelihood, are bearing the brunt of this disaster. The loss of pasture means their animals have no food and this directly affects their income and sustenance. This is not just an environmental
Isiolo residents, many of whom depend on livestock for their livelihood, are bearing the brunt of this disaster. The loss of pasture means their animals have no food and this directly affects their income and sustenance. This is not just an environmental
The Amazon May No Longer Be a Reliable Carbon Sink, Here is Why
21 Jan, 2025 10:44 AM
For generations, it has been making its weather, generating some of its rainfall, which in turn keeps itself cool. It has also been stabilizing regional temperatures.
For generations, it has been making its weather, generating some of its rainfall, which in turn keeps itself cool. It has also been stabilizing regional temperatures.
Nitrous Oxide is 300 Times More Potent at Warming the Planet
20 Jan, 2025 03:47 PM
Nitrous oxide has emerged as a leading ozone-depleting substance resulting from human activities. This potent greenhouse gas is generated by coal power plants, industrial emissions, and vehicle exhaust. At elevated concentrations, nitrous oxide contribute
Nitrous oxide has emerged as a leading ozone-depleting substance resulting from human activities. This potent greenhouse gas is generated by coal power plants, industrial emissions, and vehicle exhaust. At elevated concentrations, nitrous oxide contribute
The Truth about Tree Planting: Good Intentions Can Harm the Planet
15 Jan, 2025 10:13 AM
According to a study by Global Change Biology, poorly planned tree planting could actually increase CO2 emissions and have long-term impacts on biodiversity, landscapes and livelihoods.
According to a study by Global Change Biology, poorly planned tree planting could actually increase CO2 emissions and have long-term impacts on biodiversity, landscapes and livelihoods.
Beyond the Paris Agreement: What 1.5°C Means for the Planet
14 Jan, 2025 09:23 AM
According to research documented in books and movies, extreme temperatures could lead to the end of the world in ways that might prove irreversible. Poor air quality, heat waves, floods and rising sea levels may plague the planet.
According to research documented in books and movies, extreme temperatures could lead to the end of the world in ways that might prove irreversible. Poor air quality, heat waves, floods and rising sea levels may plague the planet.
It’s Christmas, But How Merry is it for the Environment?
25 Dec, 2024 08:47 AM
The greenhouse gases emitted on our way to “ushago” play a crucial role in dismantling the ozone layer, welcoming the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
The greenhouse gases emitted on our way to “ushago” play a crucial role in dismantling the ozone layer, welcoming the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
COP29 Exposes Gaps in Global Climate Commitment
23 Nov, 2024 07:59 AM
COP29, dubbed the ‘Finance COP,’ had a primary agenda of determining financing for developing, climate-vulnerable countries to combat climate change. Expectations are that by the end of COP29 (November 22, 2024), developed nations will lead in providing $
COP29, dubbed the ‘Finance COP,’ had a primary agenda of determining financing for developing, climate-vulnerable countries to combat climate change. Expectations are that by the end of COP29 (November 22, 2024), developed nations will lead in providing $
Absent Leaders Signal Lack of Urgency at COP29
13 Nov, 2024 12:00 PM
A major reason why some leaders may choose to stay away is the pressure they face from powerful industries. Many world leaders are heavily influenced by fossil fuel industries, which have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.
A major reason why some leaders may choose to stay away is the pressure they face from powerful industries. Many world leaders are heavily influenced by fossil fuel industries, which have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.
How My City Run Became a Morning Woods Adventure
04 Sep, 2024 10:10 AM
Traffic noise and car exhaust pollution are common issues in cities, which can make exercising less enjoyable and potentially dangerous for your health. The difference between my calm run and the bustling cityscape highlighted how important green places a
Traffic noise and car exhaust pollution are common issues in cities, which can make exercising less enjoyable and potentially dangerous for your health. The difference between my calm run and the bustling cityscape highlighted how important green places a
Kambembe Truck Incident Exposes Environmental Vulnerabilities
22 Jul, 2024 03:35 PM
If the missing containers are not recovered and the chemical contaminates water bodies, it can devastate aquatic life, persist in the environment, and bioaccumulate the food chain. Additionally, improper disposal or spills can lead to soil and groundwater
If the missing containers are not recovered and the chemical contaminates water bodies, it can devastate aquatic life, persist in the environment, and bioaccumulate the food chain. Additionally, improper disposal or spills can lead to soil and groundwater
Not Just Recycling: Embrace a Climate Revolution, Not Evolution
19 Jul, 2024 10:08 AM
Imagine a world where clothing is built to last, we repair and reuse instead of discarding, and electronics are designed with longevity and recyclability in mind. This requires a cultural shift, a move towards mindful consumption and a rejection of planne
Imagine a world where clothing is built to last, we repair and reuse instead of discarding, and electronics are designed with longevity and recyclability in mind. This requires a cultural shift, a move towards mindful consumption and a rejection of planne