Nature
Carbon footprint
Every living thing depends on the ocean. Covering more than 70% of our planet’s surface, it contains an astounding diversity of life and affects everything from global weather patterns to food systems. So when we hear the ocean is in trouble from the effects of overfishing, climate change, and pollution it’s easy to feel powerless. While many of these issues will require leadership from governments and businesses, there are plenty of actions you can take that will make a big difference for the ocean. There’s a good reason why flights take the brunt of environmentalists’ ire. They can account for a huge proportion of your annual carbon footprint – particularly if you’re a habitual or long-haul flyer. Research from The Guardian has found that one long-haul flight can produce more carbon emissions than the average citizen produces in a year in a number of countries. For example, a long-haul return flight from London to New York produces around 986kg of CO2 per passenger, more than the annual carbon emissions of citizens in 56 countries, including Burundi and Paraguay.
By Jaramie Kinsey5 years ago in Earth
'The year the world changed', a love song to planet Earth in times of pandemic
David Attenborough could have retired a long time ago to his magnificent house located on the outskirts of London to enjoy a peaceful retirement, savoring the honey of a full life in which he has achieved absolutely everything by dedicating himself to the greatest of his passions: scientific dissemination. But this legendary naturalist is fireproof, and at almost 95 years old he refuses to hang up his field boots, willing to continue giving his best until his last breath. There is a powerful reason that compels you to do so: as you have said countless times, never before has planet Earth been more threatened than now.
By Harsh Mehta5 years ago in Earth
How Birdwatching Can Bring You Joy. Top Story - April 2021.
Birds are the easiest way for us to observe and connect with nature, no matter where you live. Whether it’s the humble pigeon in a city or a red-crested robin singing its heart out in the countryside, birds are everywhere.
By Holly Wilkins5 years ago in Earth
De La Soul. Top Story - April 2021.
Y'all, I'm leaking. With the end of Aries season (but honestly at the start), the weather changes, and our good yellow friends decide to come out to play. Being in New York, though, you can't help but love Spring. People just seem nicer. Nothing is too overcrowded since some of us are still hibernating, but this city itself seems to do a great inhale from March to mid-June. A living organism that does what we all do after a real good sleep, yawn.
By Rejy Drayton5 years ago in Earth
