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Which electric cars are available in NZ? Are EVs environmentally friendly?
July 01, 2021 01:26 PM AEST| By Jasmine AnandAs the world economy hits a pivotal juncture where nature is pierced with a record pollution, dramatic climb in global temperatures, and harsh climatic changes, countries across the globe are making umpteenth efforts to reduce toxic emissions. S.....
What is a net zero economy? Is it possible?
June 29, 2021 01:03 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Net zero refers to removing carbon emissions from the atmosphere by shifting to renewable energy and compensating for the existing levels of the gas. Net zero emissions is different from gross zero emissions as the latter projects an un.....
Volkswagen shifts focus on EVs as it plans to move away from combustion engine sales
June 27, 2021 02:13 PM AEST| By Mohammad ZaidSummary Growing concerns around sustainable modes of transportation are compelling leading automakers to take initiatives that are boosting electric vehicles demand. German auto giant Volkswagen is planning to focus more on electric vehicles an.....
How food waste is adding on to the global warming
June 27, 2021 12:46 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaFood waste is a persistent problem across the world. In 2019, according to a recent UN report, around 930 million tonnes of food sold in 2019 landed in dustbins, part of it was not even consumed. It is a known fact that almost 33 per cent of the fo.....
Address climate change & biodiversity loss side by side, says UN
June 27, 2021 12:35 AM AEST| By Raza NaqviMany believe measures that prevent global warming and the earth’s deeper plunge into climate crisis can also help with the issue of biodiversity loss. But a new UN report begs to differ. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) joi...
Why are electric cars bad for the environment?
June 27, 2021 12:14 AM AEST| By Tripti JoshiSummary Electric cars are gaining attention as they are believed to be one of the most sustainable modes of transportation. While electric cars are better for the atmosphere than petrol or diesel cars, they have their fair share of problems. A.....
Here’s why net zero emission is a pressing priority
June 26, 2021 01:01 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Net-zero emission means removing all human-caused greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the atmosphere through the carbon removal process. The last decade (2010-2019) proved to be the warmest on record, with the GHG emissions continuing t.....
Decoding “the gold standard” that can generate electricity from heat.
June 26, 2021 12:42 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Thermoelectric materials convert wasted energy into reusable electric current. While thermoelectric power generators would be beneficial for reducing greenhouse emissions, they produce excessive heat. Ohio State University researchers .....
Climate change can add $100B a year to Canada’s health costs by 2050
June 26, 2021 12:32 AM AEST| By Raza NaqviClimate change is not just a looming danger in terms of the environment and economy. It also poses a great deal of threat to public health. A new study conducted by the Canadian Institute for Climate Choices (CICC) noted that climate change could li...
Why Canada will no longer allow any new thermal-coal mining projects
June 26, 2021 12:03 AM AEST| By Raza NaqviAmid Canada’s extensive efforts to combat climate change, a recent government study noted that it was the only country among G7 nations that registered an uptick in carbon emissions between 2015 and 2019. Now, in a bid to fix this, Canada has...
Is Australia’s Great Barrier Reef in danger?
June 21, 2021 06:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary The Great Barrier Reef as a world heritage site is the world’s largest coral reef system. The World Heritage committee has been urged to ask Australia to take immediate action to combat climate change and protect the Great Ba.....
Will Queensland Government’s latest package boost local renewable energy jobs?
June 19, 2021 12:51 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary An AUD 2 billion package was released by the Queensland government to boost local renewable energy jobs. Around 20% of Queensland’s energy is generated through green energy. The dedicated fund would help develop the c.....
What is nuclear energy? What is its importance?
June 18, 2021 03:17 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Nuclear power is considered as one of the most environmentally friendly and efficient sources of electricity generation. Due to the surging demand for green energy sources globally, nuclear energy is gaining traction as it is among thos.....
Is New Zealand transport’s transition to EVs a feasible option?
June 16, 2021 11:00 AM AEST| By Jasmine AnandSummary With an increase in carbon emissions across the globe, electric vehicles and hybrid cars are the future of the world. NZ’s Climate Commission outlines a carbon-cutting roadmap with more EV chargers and feebates for electric and hy.....
How does New Zealand Government Plan to Decrease emissions by 2050?
June 14, 2021 01:12 PM AEST| By Jasmine AnandSummary New Zealand’s Climate Change Commission has suggested a roadmap to achieve its emissions target by 2050 It has recommended to lower down the country’s biogenic methane emissions between 24-47% by 2050 Rebates for hybrid veh.....
Australia needs to react to climate change- here’s why.
June 14, 2021 01:50 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaThe unalloyed truth is that the climate change crisis has been long ignored. Despite various warnings from researchers to take immediate action against climate change- people and politicians, in general, have not taken the possible harm of climate .....
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Do G7 nations favour investment in fossil fuels over green energy?
June 13, 2021 12:42 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary The 47th G7 summit is scheduled for 11–13 June 2021 in the United Kingdom. Ahead of the anticipated event, Tearfund, the International Institute for Sustainable Development, and the Overseas Development Institute published a repor.....
CO2 levels shoot up to record high despite COVID-19
June 12, 2021 01:15 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Recent data indicates the highest CO2 levels in 63 years, with the COVID-19 shutdown proving insignificant to curb greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon dioxide was recorded at 419 parts per million (ppm) in May 2021, up from 417 ppm i.....
Is Izzy Raj-Seppings Australia’s Greta Thunberg?
June 11, 2021 06:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Izzy Raj-Seppings is a climate-change activist who first grabbed the public eye during the bushfire protests of 2019. Recently, she captured headlines with her “School Strike 4 Climate” protest march. She is leading thousan.....
Climate Commission advises NZ Government on meeting low-emission goal
June 09, 2021 05:15 PM AEST| By Neha SimpySummary Climate commission advised the Government, outlining ways to achieve its climate related objectives. The New Zealand Government has time until December this year to establish the initial three emissions budgets out to 2035. PM Ardern o.....
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