As you’ve probably heard, climate change and global temperatures are on the rise. Our carbon sinks, like Canada’s forests, are burning, and it’s no time to sit back. Human-caused temperature change from burning fossil fuels is warming the planet at an alarming rate. The latest IPCC report declared that the expected increase in global temperatures will be 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Every decade since 1880, temperatures have increased by 0.08°C. These catastrophic measurements are only getting worse and could be reflected in society’s carbon footprint. (Danielle Meyers)

1. Take public transportation, walk, bike, or scooter
2. Try going vegan for a day
3. Turn off the lights before leaving.
4. Use a reusable water bottle, don't buy a plastic one
5. Cook and pack a lunch for the day
6. Shop locally
7. Go through your old clothes and donate them.
8. Hang clothes on a clothesline.
9. Take a shorter shower
10. Take the stairs.

Mobile data traffic, emerging services and technologies such as streaming, cloud services, blockchain, artificial intelligence, machine learning and virtual reality are set to increase demand for data services. The pandemic has also boosted video conferencing and file sharing via cloud services. All of this has led to the growth of data centres, which are large buildings that provide space, power and cooling for IT infrastructure and are packed with servers and storage systems. “By 2025, India is likely to host 183 data centres with around 24 million sq ft and at least 1,752 MW of total IT capacity, up from 138 data centres with 11 million sq ft and 737 MW of IT capacity as of March 2022, according to a report by consultants USANROCK-Binswins. (G Balachandar)

The scientific community must act to prevent the exponential growth of computational science's carbon footprint as the ubiquity of artificial intelligence, algorithms, and data science increases. That's a warning from researchers from the University of Cambridge, who say that those involved in computational science – from individuals to institutions – should take responsibility for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the climate impacts of scientific research. Much of this has focused on conferences – particularly emissions from participants’ flights – and the carbon footprint of laboratories. 

Research shows that people's dietary choices can affect the climate crisis. As scary as it may sound, a little self-education and a few tweaks to your food choices can help reduce your greenhouse gas emissions. From plastic footprint calculators to tools to assess your diet, here are some helpful digital resources you can use to reduce your carbon footprint for better well-being. Reducing your carbon footprint can help fight climate change and support your health. To learn more about your diet’s carbon footprint and how to make changes to improve your well-being as well as the health of the planet, check out the following apps and resources. (CHARLOTTE OSBORN)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, but its impact on the environment is becoming an increasingly important issue. The development, maintenance, and disposal of AI technology contribute significantly to carbon emissions, e-waste, and potential damage to ecosystems. It is essential to address these issues and take proactive measures to ensure a sustainable future where AI and environmental protection can coexist. One of the main concerns is the carbon footprint of AI. The energy-intensive process of training and running AI models results in a staggering amount of greenhouse gas emissions. The demand for computing power to train cutting-edge AI models is increasing rapidly, doubling every 3.4 months since 2012. By 2040, emissions from the information and communications technology (ICT) industry are projected to account for 14 % of global emissions. (Candice Clark)

As the global need for clean energy solutions and green practices grows, leading environmental organization Greenpeace has released a new report calling on banks and asset managers to influence bitcoin to address its significant pollution problem. “The report focuses on nine major financial institutions that provide the glue that holds the bitcoin ecosystem together,” says Joshua Archer, who leads the bitcoin campaign for Greenpeace USA. According to Archer, these financial giants have an important responsibility that they are not currently taking with the seriousness they deserve. They are the invisible pillars that hold the bitcoin network together, and their influence could be crucial in solving the cryptocurrency’s environmental problems. The institutions in question, which include industry giants such as BlackRock, Vanguard and JPMorgan Chase, collectively own controlling stakes in bitcoin mining companies worth more than $1.35 billion as of April 2023, according to the Greenpeace report. (From Rodney Holmes)

There are many different greenhouse gases, the most well-known of which is carbon dioxide. Different greenhouse gases affect the climate in different ways. Some remain in the atmosphere for a long time, but do not cause as much warming per kilogram of emissions as carbon dioxide, for example.  Others, such as methane, warm the Earth greatly but do not stay in the atmosphere for very long. There is a certain exchange rate that allows for comparison of different gases.  The exchange rate expresses how many kg of carbon dioxide emissions warm the climate as much as 1 kg of another greenhouse gas. The exchange rate is called the global warming potential and is usually abbreviated as GWP. By knowing the GWP of different gases, the overall climate impact of a product can be summarized in a single unit: kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalents (kg CO₂e).

Why not the “carbon footprint” that many others are talking about? The calculation is the same, but the term “carbon footprint” is misleading because it gives the impression that it’s all about carbon. When we think of greenhouse gases, we usually think of carbon dioxide. It’s the most important greenhouse gas in terms of human impact on the environment, but it’s actually less important for food production. Carbon dioxide is responsible for about 65% of global warming. However, methane and nitrous oxide are two other important greenhouse gases that are often of much greater importance for life cycle assessments of food products. In agriculture, methane emissions come primarily from the digestive system of ruminants, manure management and rice production. Methane is a very potent greenhouse gas, but it does not remain in the atmosphere for as long as carbon dioxide. Nitrous oxide is released from arable land. A small fraction of all available nitrogen in the soil is converted to nitrous oxide, a potent and long-lasting greenhouse gas. Nitrous oxide emissions also come from manure handling and the production of synthetic fertilizers.
Food production also causes carbon dioxide emissions, particularly when fossil fuels are used for machinery and transportation in the supply chain, changes in soil carbon stocks, and from the production of packaging material.Our goal is to assess how much each edible item in the grocery store contributes to global warming. For many food products, it's nitrous oxide that has the biggest non-carbon impact on the climate. That's why we use the term "climate footprint."

American software provider Carbon Direct on Tuesday announced its new SaaS-based end-to-end carbon management platform that facilitates the measurement, reduction and elimination of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Platform Carbon Direct is a comprehensive software tool that makes it easy for companies not only to set and track progress towards their climate goals, but also to report to partners, regulators and other stakeholders and manage their brand reputation. "Organizations are largely convinced that climate action is critically important, but most don't know how to evolve or get from a 30-year goal to a short-term action plan, let alone comply with new regulations or manage reputational risk," Jon Goldberg, general director and founder of Carbon Direct, said in a statement. (Theodora Stanková)

The researchers concluded that taxing luxury goods and services such as air travel and SUVs would be a fairer and more effective way to reduce household carbon emissions than applying a flat carbon tax to all purchases. Carbon taxes are fees applied to goods and services according to the carbon footprint associated with their production or delivery. They are designed to increase income and reduce the consumption of polluting products. Such taxes apply around the world, but carbon is usually taxed at a flat rate regardless of the product it is associated with. Some economists argue that this is an unfair and largely ineffective system for dealing with household emissions, especially in higher-income countries. This is because some high-carbon expenses, such as heat and fuel, are essential for many households, so carbon taxes will do little to change spending patterns. Meanwhile, lower-income households—who spend a greater proportion of their income on basic goods and services—are hit harder by higher prices. (Madeleine Cuff, news scientist)

In an era marked by growing awareness of the importance of environmental sustainability, si companies are increasingly aware of the role they can play in limiting emissions and minimizing the impact of their activities on the planet. Reducing the carbon footprint is now a commitment that organizations cannot avoid, not only because national and international regulations set strict rules, but also for reputational reasons: companies must provide a substantial response to the pressure exerted collectively by sensitive consumers . to the issue. Therefore, companies are gradually planning initiatives with a high decarbonization potential, and at the same time, they are starting to specifically engage in social responsibility issues. This proactive approach is consistent with an increasingly popular set of ethical principles and also offers companies the opportunity to establish a privileged communication channel with customers on issues of environment, social affairs and governance (ESG) . (Elisabetta Severoniová)

Militaries are responsible for 5.5 % of global greenhouse gas emissions. So why don't they have to report it? When it comes to assessing global emissions, the world's armed forces are usually overlooked. As temperatures reach new highs, scientists and environmental groups are increasing pressure on the UN to force militaries to disclose all their emissions. The long-term exemption denied some of their climate pollution. According to a 2022 estimate by international experts, among the world's largest fuel consumers, militaries account for 5.5 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. (Euronews Green with Reuters )

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Household consumption contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, being the largest component of final demand in the national accounting system. However, there is a clear lack of comprehensive and consistent datasets with detailed information on emissions from household consumption. Here, we extend and update the multi-level monthly carbon footprint of households in Japan from January 2011 to September 2022, combining data from government statistics and surveys. We created a dataset containing 37,692 direct and 4,852,845 indirect emission records, covering households at the national, regional, and prefectural city levels. The dataset provides critical spatiotemporal information that allows us to uncover patterns of carbon emissions, identify primary sources of emissions, and distinguish regional differences. (Liqiao Huang Sebastian Montagna, Yin Long, nature)

Climate change and global warming are two of the most pressing issues facing humanity today. One of the most effective ways to combat these problems is to reduce our carbon footprint. This can be achieved by using home energy management systems that help homeowners monitor and control their energy consumption. By making small changes to our daily habits and adopting energy-efficient technologies, we can significantly reduce our carbon emissions and contribute to a more sustainable future. In this article, we will discuss the top 10 home energy management systems that can help you reduce your carbon footprint.

The research team from University of Maryland , Northern Arizona University, University of Arizona and other institutions demonstrated the critical role of protected forests in mitigating climate change.  According to the study, protected forests store an additional 9.65 billion metric tons of carbon in their above-ground biomass compared to ecologically similar regions that are not protected. (Chrissy Sexton)

“I’m horrified,” says Valentina Karellas. “I know grams because I work with them every day and I know how much 10g weighs. And that’s just one page.” She’s just learned that every visit to her website’s homepage generates 9.89g of carbon emissions. That’s almost 10 times the 1g target recommended by the Eco-Friendly Web Alliance, which offers accreditation for eco-friendly websites. The revelation is at odds with the rest of her business, which is set up to be sustainable. Karellas designs and makes knitwear in her London workshop, which she describes as wearable art. (Sean McManus)

CERATIZIT, a subsidiary of the Plansee Group, is set to present the first ever standard for the calculation and classification of the CO2 footprint of carbide products at the upcoming manufacturing technology fair EMO Hannover 2023. This initiative by the Luxembourg-based carbide specialists aims to increase transparency and promote carbon footprint awareness in the carbide industry . dr. Andreas Lackner, spokesman for the executive board, explained that the aim is to create a market-wide standard for calculating and classifying the carbon footprint of cutting tools, hard material solutions and tungsten carbide powders. This way, customers can get the carbon footprint transparency they want. (Staff Writer)

Being carbon conscious is hard. Our biggest CO2 emissions may come from everyday activities we least suspect. Awareness the impact that our lifestyle has on our planet is the first step towards it reduction . Creating zero CO2 emissions is unrealistic for most of us, but there is a way to give back. With Carbon/Neutral you can compensate its remaining emissions by supporting environmental projects whose mission is to have a net positive ecological impact. We can be together carbon/neutral .

In the latest episode of #TheClimateExplainers, Anubha Bhonsle shares how we can reduce the amount of greenhouse gases we emit when we travel, eat, and spend time online! Simple and easy steps for a greener future.

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