
Greenhouse Gases Explained
Greenhouse gas emissions are gases that trap heat in the Earth’s atmosphere. The most common greenhouse gases are water vapor, carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide. Greenhouse gas emissions come from a variety of sources, both natural and human-made. We’ll explain what these gases are, present examples, and offer solutions to reduce particular greenhouse gases from your routine.

How Much Could GHG Emissions Be Impacted by the Buy Clean Policy?
The Buy Clean policy aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the creation and distribution of construction materials. So, how effective is it in reducing the annual greenhouse emissions associated with the construction industry?

Own a Pet? The Environmental Impact Could be Worse Than You Think
However much adorable and lovable these animals are, research has shown that pets leave a significant carbon footprint in the environment mainly due to their eating habits. So, how do you mitigate the negative environmental impact of pet ownership? Consider these suggestions and alternatives.

What You Probably Didn’t Know About Veganism and the Environment
While veganism is often spoken about in terms of animal rights, it is also a much greener alternative to a meat-based diet. For one, a vegan diet produces around 7x less greenhouse gas emissions than that of a meat-eater.

Are Electric Cars Actually Better For The Environment?
With oil spills wreaking havoc on our waterways and global temperatures hitting record levels, … Read more

Plan B: Colonizing Mars When Earth is Uninhabitable
A recent poll found that 71% of Americans surveyed are confident that the U.S. will … Read more

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Dip, Reuters Says
According to Reuters, there was a 0.7 percent dip in 2011 for greenhouse gas … Read more

Stomping out Foodprints
A study published last summer broadcast an alarming statistic: that nearly half of the … Read more

Eco-friendly refrigeration could be coming to a supermarket near you
Environmentalists can rejoice as climate friendly refrigeration systems for supermarkets are now legally available … Read more

Delta Airlines joins The Climate Registry, commits to emissions reduction
Delta Air Lines has further enhanced its ongoing commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions … Read more