Sequestering CO2 In Concrete: A Logical Climate Solution?
By storing CO2 in concrete, bio-plastic & asphalt, we can transform buildings into carbon “sinks” to help us meet emissions reduction goals.
Carbon Insights: Reducing Footprints, Sequestration & Solutions
Embodied Carbon = 10% Of Greenhouse Gas Emissions!
Buildings account for 39 percent of annual global carbon emissions — a quarter of these emissions are the result of embodied carbon.
Without “Additionality” Carbon Offsets Are Just Greenwashing
For the carbon emission reductions achieved by an offset project to be genuine, they must exceed, or be additional, to the amount of carbon that would have been removed if the carbon offset credit market did not exist.
The Deadly Gift of the Carboniferous Period
An accident of history—the uninterrupted buildup of carbon in our trees—made modern life possible, but now it may destroy it…
How to Minimize Your Carbon Footprint While Traveling
Traveling is a great way to see the world & experience different cultures & environments, but it can also contribute to environmental strain.
The World Is Greening, But Not For Us
China, Australia, Pakistan, Brazil and other countries have undertaken massive reforestation campaigns, but the United States? Not so much.
Greener Skies: How To Assuage Your Air Travel Guilt
It’s true that air travel burns a lot of fossil fuels, so frequent fliers with a green conscience follow a few simple rules to minimize their impact…
Carbon Tax: What Are We Waiting For?
As frightening as the IPCC’s predictions are, we’re not yet cooked. Congress can still protect us from climate change by passing a carbon tax now.
Go Green: Eco Travel 101
Go green on your next trip by choosing eco-friendly hotels & rental homes, vendors & tour operators, and purchasing carbon offsets for air travel.
How Can I Reduce My Carbon Footprint?
Global warming AKA climate change is not going away unless we fight against it with all of our resources. The first step is measuring your carbon footprint.