Sustain the World's Environment

9 actions you can take to help tackle climate change Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing humanity today. It affects every aspect of our lives, from our health and well-being to our economy and environment.  But there is still hope for a better future if we act now and work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the impacts of a changing climate.  But what can we do as individuals to make a difference?  Here are 9 things you can do to help fight the climate crisis and create a more sustainable future for yourself and others. 1. Speak up and take action.   One of the most powerful ways you can make an impact is by using your voice and your vote to demand action from those in power. Contact your local representatives, sign petitions, join campaigns and movements, and participate in protests and demonstrations. Make sure your leaders know that you care about climate change and expect them to take urgent steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and suppo

Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics has come up with a torch that uses  Gallium nitride transistors in its LED lamp. By    boosting the efficiency of the GaN driver to 86 percent – better than its silicon equivalent - the Institute's scientists have been able to more than double the output to  to 2090 lumens, compared to 1000 lumens in one based on silicon. As around 20% of electricity is consumed in providing lighting, this advance could lead to significant energy savings. With  Incandescent light bulbs are now banned in the EU and halogen- based light bulbs on their way out too in the future, GaN based LEDs could well be the solution to meeting increasing demands for lighting whilst reducing energy consumption. For more information see the Institute's press release . Also,  he researchers will be showcasing a demonstrator of their retrofit LED from April 7-11 at the Hannover Messe, where they can be found at the joint Fraunhofer booth in Hall 2, Boot

Noun environs - the area in which something exists or lives; "the country--the flat agricultural surround" environs - an outer adjacent area of any place We all need somewhere to live, we all need the environment - the area where we live put simply. Collectively, this is the world and together, and only together, can we ensure its sustainability, for our lives now and our children's futures. This blog will be all about those things that affect this issue.

£11m in new funding has been secured for a Welsh tidal power project. Welsh First Minister Carwyn Jones announced the funding recently for the 1.2MW DeltaStream device next year at a location off the coast of Pembrokeshire in south-western Wales. £6.4m came from the European Regional Development Fund, with the rest from the investors of Eco2 Ltd. Cranfield University will monitor the project and independently assess the performance of the demonstration device. If the trial is successful, the company intends to deploy eight further devices with up to 10MW capacity from 2015. The potential of tidal power from Britain's coastline is huge, with studies showing that tidal power could provide 15 to 20 per cent UK's electricity by 2050. Funding flows to flagship Welsh tidal power project - 21 Jul 2011 - News from BusinessGreen

Solar PV Calculator 2023: Empowering Energy Decisions with Precision The year 2023 marks a significant milestone in the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry, as the technology continues to advance and shape the global energy landscape. With the increasing affordability and accessibility of solar PV systems, more individuals and businesses are considering harnessing the power of the sun. To aid in this decision-making process, the emergence of solar PV calculators has become a valuable tool. In this comprehensive blog post, we delve into the world of solar PV calculators in 2023, exploring their benefits and providing useful information for making informed energy choices. Understanding Solar PV Calculators Solar PV calculators are online tools designed to estimate the solar potential and financial viability of installing a PV system. By taking into account various factors such as location, system size, energy consumption, and local solar irradiation, these calculators provide valuable insig

Image via Wikipedia The eyes of the world are currently focussed on the political and social upheaval that is ongoing in the Arab world . The events in Tunisia , Egypt, Yemen , Bahrain and Syria have dominated the news for weeks now. However, what lies ahead may prove to be more significant than anything we have seen yet. I am not talking about war or political change here. No, I am talking about the environment. Not in abstract terms either. We are not talking about something that may happen in 50 or 100 years. No, we are talking about environmental catastrophe in a decade or so. What kind of catastrophe are we looking at? Well, according to Lester Brown in The Guardian , we are looking at widespread drought on a biblical scale and consequent food shortages of epic proportions. For instance, Yemen and Saudia Arabia are facing severe depletion of natural aquifers, meaning that water shortages are increasing on a scale we in the West can only imagine in our nightmares. He gives

Believe it or not, Earth Day has been celebrated on 22 April for 41 years now! Question is, shouldn't every day be one in which we act responsibly and do our utmost for the good of the earth? Today happens to be Good Friday and for Christians its a day to think about the Cross. However, Christians (and indeed those of other faiths) are increasingly seeing that we all have a responsibility to look after the earth. If we truly believe in a Creator God (and despite the Richard Dawkins of this world billions of us do) then we ought to respect Creation and be responsible stewards of what has been given into our care. So, whether you are a believer or not, make today the start of a new determination to look after the Earth and everyone in it. Have a Happy Earth Day and to all those who believe, have a Happy and Joyful Easter! Related articles Free Earth Day Coloring Pages 2011 (socyberty.com) Earth Day (flatchat.wordpress.com) Happy Earth Day (brooklynvegan.com) World earth