September 20, 2012
The world faces a projected 40 percent shortfall in freshwater by 2030, according to a study by the 2030 Water Resources Group. Seventy percent of the […]
May 12, 2011
There is no doubt about the fact that well-to-do economies have contributed greatly towards the development of our planet, both economically and technologically. But do you […]
April 28, 2011
It is estimated that almost two billion people around the world will tune into see Prince William marry Kate Middleton. It is no surprise that hysteria […]
April 23, 2011
One of the most important decisions facing designers of plug-in electric or hybrid vehicles is related to battery choice. Now, researchers at the Norwegian University of […]
April 18, 2011
In an effort to improve the lives of people living in rural South Africa, Trade plus Aid (TPA) on Monday launched the South African arm of […]
April 10, 2011
The evidence that humans are causing global warming is strong, but the question of what to do about it remains controversial. Economics, sociology, and politics are […]
February 5, 2011
Not long ago the word “diesel” was synonymous with loud, smelly, and unreliable vehicles in the United States. In fact, over the last several decades diesels […]
February 2, 2011
Tapping natural gas in Texas. The green bona fides of the energy source are coming under increased scrutiny. Natural gas has long enjoyed a clean-and-green reputation […]
January 24, 2011
As global food prices continue to rise, scientists are looking for ways to feed the world in the future. One answer may be insects — if […]
December 24, 2010
Everything you thought you knew about plug-in hybrids and battery cars is probably wrong. 1. EVs don’t have enough range. You’ll be stranded when you run […]
December 15, 2010
A carbon footprint is “the total set of greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions caused by an organization, event or product”. For simplicity of reporting, it is often […]
December 13, 2010
Changes in clouds will amplify the warming of the planet due to human activities, according to a breakthrough study by a Texas A&M University researcher. Andrew […]
November 14, 2010
Lisa Hymas writes: In 1969, graduating college senior Stephanie Mills made national headlines with a commencement address exclaiming that, in the face of impending ecological devastation, […]
November 6, 2010
Scientists have long known that large volcanic explosions can affect the weather by spewing particles that block solar energy and cool the air. Some suspect that […]
October 10, 2010
We’ve talked before about the sun-climate connection, which is often invoked as the great missing link in understanding climate change. It’s absolutely true that the sun […]
September 23, 2010
The newly introduced carbon tax policy is one of the urgent public policy responses that will assist the country in its efforts to reduce its carbon […]
July 12, 2010
(or, if you live in South Africa- How to ‘green’ your braai!) Make a Plan Whether or not your barbecue is a family affair, or a […]
June 29, 2010
Organic farming recognises the direct connection between our health and the food we eat. Strict regulations, known as ‘standards’, define what organic farmers can and cannot […]