Renewable energy is the energy that is derived from Earth's natural resources, such as sunlight and wind; sources that are replenished faster than they are consumed. Fossil fuels—naturally occurring biological material containing hydrocarbons found wi...
Embracing Sustainability: Transforming the Steel and Cement Industries for a Greener Tomorrow
In an era where climate change demands urgent action, the steel and cement industries stand at the forefront of industrial transformation. These foundational materials underpin modern infrastructure, from towering skyscrapers to resilient bridges, yet they...
CASE STUDY: A Carbon Tax on Flying and the Carbon Footprint of the Commercial Aviation Industry
IntroductionThe commercial aviation industry, when it first began humbly in the early 20th Century, did not initially consider the impact of its activities on the environment. Today, it contributes 5% to the total global warming problem but also takes meas...
BOOK REVIEW: "The Sixth Extinction" by Elizabeth Kolbert
Kolbert begins her narrative with a visit to the island of Pohnpei in Micronesia where she witnesses firsthand the disappearance of birds due to introduced predators like rats and cats. This sets the stage for exploring the concept of extinctions throughou...
BOOK REVIEW: "The Ministry for the Future" by Kim Stanley Robinson — One of Barrack Obama's favourite books of yesteryear — a CliFi Novel
The Ministry for the Future authored by Kim Stanley Robinson has been dubbed one of Barrack Obama's favorite books of 2024. It is a Climate Fiction novel, speculatively exploring the near-future implications of the climate crisis and presenting soluti...
