Initially dismissed as a “bike for the unathletic” or “lazy”, the bike with switchable electronic support is becoming increasingly popular. In this article, we explain the climate impact of e-bikes, as a result of their increased usage. Cycling as part of a healthy lifestyle Cycling, electronically assisted or not, is an environmentally friendly alternative to…
5 Types of Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy is not only solar and wind energy. There are many types of renewable energy and each has its specific role and position in the energy market. Here, we will briefly introduce five of them, focusing on how they work, their advantages and disadvantages and their power to make a difference. Renewable energy 1:…
GHG and Climate Change
Your children have probably heard more and more talks about global warming, the greenhouse effect, greenhouse gases and man’s impact on the environment, and they might be wondering what all these are about. Well, here it goes, we will explain it all in the following simple terms, so that you can pass the information to…
The Greenhouse Effect
The greenhouse effect refers to a process through which heat is trapped in the atmosphere by greenhouse gases and the average temperatures at the surface of the Earth rise. The greenhouse effect can be natural or man-made. The natural greenhouse effect helps in keeping the planet’s climate warm and proper for living. Through industrial and…
What Causes Greenhouse Gases?
Greenhouse gases are gases that trap solar radiations, leading to a rise in the temperatures registered at the surface of the Earth. This rise of the average temperature on Earth has been observed since the end of the 19th century, rise that is expected to continue in the years to come. These gases that trap…