Volcanic eruptions are often discussed in relation to climate change because they release CO2 (and other gases) into our atmosphere. The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens shot about 10 million tons of CO2 into the atmosphere in 9 hours. It currently takes humanity only 2.5 hours to put out the same amount.
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Recycling steel is great. But decarbonizing the industry is better.
Steel provides the necessary framework for roads, bridges, railways, housing, and every type of transportation modality. It’s also used in abundance in household appliances like fridges, cooking utensils like saucepans, furniture, and surgical instruments. It seems even
Read moreDecarbonizing Sustainably with Biofuels
We’re diving into a specific subset of bioenergy today: biofuel.
Read moreNew report finds that Shell’s Blue Hydrogen isn’t so blue after all
We recently explored the veritable rainbow of hydrogens, with different colors referring to the production method or original energy source used. One of the most heavily promoted options is ‘blue’ hydrogen. One must ask, if governments and
Read moreCOP26: Run down… it’s not all bad!
Since the close of the long awaited Conference Of the Parties meeting in Glasgow, we’ve been hearing some pretty scathing reviews. But is that really fair? Yes, there were some outcomes that could have been better…but there were some great outcomes too. We’re going to give you a quick catch up on the best and worst.
Read moreCountdown to a Sustainable New Year
Let’s countdown our faves from 2021 and take them with us into a more sustainable 2022!
Read moreSustainability and Santa’s Carbon Footprint
Today, just for fun, let’s take a look at what some of the emissions for Santa’s workshop and global sleigh-driven present distribution might look like.
Read moreHempcrete and Sustainability
Hemp is one of the planet’s most efficient carbon sequesters, able to absorb 1.63 tons of CO2e for every ton grown!
Read moreOur Sustainable Gift Picks for the Holidays
Have yourself a sustainable happy holiday season!
Read moreIs Bioenergy Really Sustainable?
We’re chatting bioenergy today. It’s got to be a good thing, right?
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