Carbon sinks: Why we need them
Carbon sinks are systems that absorb more carbon from the atmosphere than what they release. The largest carbon sinks in the world are forests and… Read More »Carbon sinks: Why we need them
Consumerism, Sustainability and Thrivability
Consumerism, Sustainability and Thrivability are three deeply interlinked concepts. Let’s dive into a discussion to understand what they mean and how they are inter-connected. Consumption… Read More »Consumerism, Sustainability and Thrivability
Why in time of peace we still harbour weapons of mass destruction?
Despite all our efforts in moving towards a more sustainable and livable future, countries are threatening to develop biological, chemical and nuclear weapons. As a… Read More »Why in time of peace we still harbour weapons of mass destruction?
A Decade of Sustainable Development: 2020 in Review
Ten years of pain or gain? In the fight for sustainable development, we have seen a decade filled with many surprises: both good and bad.… Read More »A Decade of Sustainable Development: 2020 in Review
Child Slavery in Cobalt Mining in Congo
The sustainability of our environment depends on how we treat each member of the society…
Climate Change, Modelling and Impacts
What do the terms ‘climate change’, ‘climate modelling’, ‘climate impacts’, mean? Let’s read on to find out. Understanding climate and Climate Change First, what is… Read More »Climate Change, Modelling and Impacts
Living off-grid
Living off the grid (LOG) invokes an instant image of ‘switching off’, unplugging or moving away. It implies, cutting off from urban systems and utilities that rely on a grid infrastructure.
Moving Toward a Green Hydrogen Economy
Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe and is used extensively in the global economy for a variety of industrial and commercial purposes.… Read More »Moving Toward a Green Hydrogen Economy
Safer Nuclear Reactors
I have been asked if Nuclear Power is considered renewable. Well – yes – it is. They do not produce carbon dioxide emissions.
Breakeven Renewable Energy
Over $1 trillion has been invested in renewables worldwide, creating around 10 million job opportunities. Renewables benefit the environment as they represent a clean and sustainable source of power.
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