INTRODUCTION We all must understand the concept of Carbon footprint and how we are contributing to it. WHAT IS CARBON FOOTPRINT? This term is defined as the whole amount of greenhouse gases that are being released into the environment. Greenhouse gases include methane and carbon dioxide. Also check out: What is Greenwashing? – Types and […]
10 Easy Ways To Store And Use Rainwater In Your House
INTRODUCTION Monsoon season is on its way and the major parts of the world are receiving heavy rains. For instance, Southeast Asia is currently facing heavy precipitation that might soon lead to flooding. Also check out Europe Floods 2021 Due to Climate Change – Causes and Effects IMPORTANCE OF RAINWATER Rainwater is important for all […]
Modern Lawns Destroying Our Environment – Gardens Are Better
INTRODUCTION Our environment needs gardens. Gardens can serve us better than lawns. Check out: 10 Plants That You Can Grow In Water At Home WHAT ARE LAWNS? Lawns are similar to plain open areas that have soil covered with grasses. In houses, the open area is planted with grasses and short heightened plants and moved […]
A Guide With Steps On How To Discover A New Species
INTRODUCTION Before you start your struggle to discover a new species. Just have a basic idea of species and classification of species. WHAT IS A SPECIES? In the field of biology, a species is defined as the main taxonomic unit of any living organism. It also provides a significant component of biodiversity. TAXONOMY Taxonomy in […]
Tar Sands Extraction Destroying Environment – Causes, Effects, Solutions
INTRODUCTION Tar sands extraction is destroying the environment by causing ecological problems for the living ecosystem. WHAT ARE TAR SANDS? It is known as oil sands, bituminous sand, or crude bitumen Tar Sands is defined as unconventional petroleum sediment. It is a mixture of naturally occurring water, clay, sand, and a thick substance named bitumen. […]
Global Heat Wave and Wildfires – Causes, Effects, Solutions
INTRODUCTION The world is experiencing extreme weather events such as heavy rainfalls, droughts, floods, wildfires, etc. All this is happening due to climate change. WHAT ARE HEAT WAVE? Heat wave and heatwave are exactly the same words. This term is defined as a spell of extreme hot weather conditions that is characterized by excessive humidity […]
Europe Floods 2021 Due to Climate Change – Causes and Effects
INTRODUCTION Europe floods 2021 represent extreme weather events. What are the causes of these extreme weather events? The answer is CLIMATE CHANGE. The European floods of 2021 have left everyone staggering. The extent of damage is huge. There is a possibility of recurring heat waves that most probably bring more or less the same level […]
Small Scale Mushroom Farming Business at Home in Pakistan
INTRODUCTION People are finding organic farming fascinating due to less to no use of chemical fertilizers. Sustainable practices do include growing food at your home. How is this possible? You can read further details here: Rooftop Vegetation and Vertical Gardening – Solution to Self-Sustenance MUSHROOMS Mushrooms are actually edible fungus and it is described as […]
Effects of Climate Change on Monsoon Season of Pakistan
INTRODUCTION The monsoon season in Pakistan starts at end of June and lasts till September. During this period, heavy rainfalls lead to floods. There are less to no water storage capacities in already existing barrages and dams and hence the major portion of the country faces floods. For more detailed information on read: Monsoon Season […]
2019-2021 The Years of Wildfires – Causes and Effects
INTRODUCTION What’s happening in the world is distressing. Every day news channels are telling us about the ecological disasters taking place around the world. Our only planet Earth is burning. The temperature of the Earth’s surface has been increasing, glaciers are melting, the sea level is rising, environmental issues are becoming prevalent, and instead of […]