Greenhouse gases, or the gases in the atmosphere that are primarily responsible for the greenhouse effect, usually are created under natural circumstances. However, in recent years, global greenhouse emissions have been the result of human activity, such as burning fossil fuel or coal. But how does this affect the health of our planet? What do these things mean for the future?
Why Ocean Ecosystems are Important
If you have ever looked out across the ocean and wondered about the thousands of species that live underneath, you will want to learn more about ocean ecosystems. The plants and animals that live in this environment require special ‘living arrangements’ and there are many things that humans can do, in order to make sure that the oceans are around, in their healthy state, for longer.
UK Running Out of Landfill Space
Based on a recent report from the Local Government Association in the United Kingdom, Britain as a whole will exhaust landfill space by 2018 unless much more effort is put into increasing recycling rates. Official statistics reveal that the UK is top of the European league when it comes to the volume of garbage that households send to land fill every year.
Methane Hydrates as an Alternative Energy Source
Eco Friendly Bags Made of Recycled Plastic Bottles
Wind and Solar Power Can Save You Money
To satisfy their energy needs, reduce energy costs and safeguard the environment, many homeowners are considering the benefits of wind and solar power. These clean and cost efficient sources of power are shifting the way in which the world looks at energy. Read on to discover the pros and cons of each system to determine which one works best for you.
Geothermal Energy Advantages and Disadvantages
How to Teach Global Warming Facts to Children
Would you like to know how you can get your kids involved in reducing the harsh effects of global warming? Although the technicalities of global warming facts and the greenhouse effect may be difficult for children to understand, the following tips and facts will help you to explain why green living together with the adoption of a few lifestyle changes is a great way to help the environment.