Permafrost melt poses several risks to the environment and our health. Potential emissions from thawing permafrost have raised the curiosity of the scientific community. While there is still much to learn, here are some chilling facts about melting permafrost and its threat to humanity. We also look at the ways we may help to limit […]
Permafrost Melt! The Chilling Facts about Losing Ice Read Post »
Environment, Science, Sustainability
Decarbonisation reduces carbon dioxide (CO2) in the earth’s atmosphere. How do we decarbonise and what part does it play in the fight against climate change? Why is Decarbonisation Important? Burning fossil fuels creates large amounts of CO2. The accumulation of CO2, and other greenhouse gasses (GHG), traps heat in the earth’s atmosphere. This causes average
How will Decarbonisation tackle Climate Change? Read Post »
Energy, Environment, Government, Innovation, Sustainability, Technology
Climate change is no longer a distant future threat; we are feeling its effects here and now. Scientists from NASA have confirmed that global temperatures have reached their peak in the past millennium. Although there has been discussion about the role of industries and governments in reducing carbon emissions, there has been very little focus
Home Sustainability: How You Can Help Stop Climate Change Read Post »
Environment, Lifestyle, Society, Sustainability
Climate change will impact everyone, but not equally. Experts predict that the changing climate will negatively affect Africa’s agriculture. The most impactful socioeconomic system in Africa is the food system. The globally recognised McKinsey Global Institute investigated climate change effects in Africa. They used analytical tools of economics and the insights of business leaders to
Climate Change in Africa: Resilience and Agriculture Read Post »
Environment, Science, Strategy, Sustainability
Net-zero emissions can help us reduce our climate change impacts. One of the biggest reasons behind climate change is greenhouse gases (GHGs). They trap energy from the Sun in our atmosphere. While we need some greenhouse gases to keep our planet warm, more GHGs in the air means a warmer Earth. There are many greenhouse
Net Zero Emissions: Can Market-Based Instruments Save Us? Read Post »
Energy, Environment, Sustainability
Australia’s treatment of asylum seekers has been an ongoing controversy for some time. Every year, around 1 million new people seek asylum worldwide. By mid-2021 4.4 million refugees were fleeing their countries. People flee their nations for a variety of reasons. These include war, violence, hunger, and poverty. People also seek to escape due to
Australia’s Asylum Crisis: Protection or Punishment? Read Post »
Government, Society, Strategy
The regulation of renewable energies in Spain did not begin to develop until the 1980s, with a law promoting mini-hydro (Law 82/1980 on energy conservation).
Renewable Energy: How Spain is Making a Brighter Future Read Post »
Energy, Environment, Government, Sustainability
The THRIVE project would like to extend our warmest gratitude to Alexandra Harrison for giving a guest presentation at our November Thrivability Matters webinar. The theme of this webinar was United Nations SDG7: Affordable and Clean Energy. About our speaker Alexandra Harrison from juwi Renewable Energy Pty Ltd. presented an informative presentation on “Decarbonising Mining
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THRIVE News
In 2014, a collection of leading global cities formed the Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance (CNCA). This alliance committed to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2050. Although they account for less than 2% of the earth’s surface, cities are major contributors to climate change. They consume 78% of the world’s energy and produce more
Carbon Neutral Cities: Mission Impossible? Read Post »
Government, Sustainability
Reforestation is more than just planting trees. It’s also a strategy for tackling climate change. Despite attempts to mitigate its effects, climate change continues to impact our society. Some of the crises we face include extreme weather events, biodiversity loss, and diminishing food security. As levels of carbon dioxide within the atmosphere increase, so do
What is Reforestation and Why is it Important? Read Post »
Environment, Health, Science, Sustainability
