The world has plenty of clean energy. The problem is storing that energy and getting it where we need it, when we need it, says battery recycling pioneer Emma Nehrenheim. While batteries are fundamental to powering a sustainable future,...

Hank serves up a buffet of news items that includes an approximate date for the end of everything, scientific proof that when it comes to sex bigger IS better, and a look behind how the London Olympics are going green. Bon appetit!

Concrete is the second most-used substance on Earth (behind water), and it's responsible for eight percent of the world's carbon footprint. Cement researcher Karen Scrivener shares the research behind a pioneering new kind of cement...

From helping build smart cities to supporting the sustainable energy sector, the possibilities of big data are endless. But many companies are still wary of sharing data that could expose them to risk and diminish their competitive...

Google's fun new time-waster is actually a pretty advanced piece of Artificial Intelligence. And there's some (about 43%) good news about cement's carbon footprint this week!

In 2019, Amazon signed the Climate Pledge, a commitment to become a net-zero carbon business by 2040. Dave Clark, Amazon's chief of consumer retail, and Kara Hurst, head of the company's sustainability efforts, sit down with entrepreneur...

There’s a lot of confusion over what organic means, and food with that label might not be as healthy or environmentally friendly as you think.

What's a marine biologist doing talking about world hunger? Well, says Jackie Savitz, fixing the world's oceans might just help to feed the planet's billion hungriest people. In an eye-opening talk, Savitz tells us what’s really going on...

You've filled up your cart and made it to the front of the grocery line when you're confronted with yet another choice: what kind of bag should you use? It might seem obvious that plastic is bad for the environment, and that a paper bag...

How do you talk to someone who doesn't believe in climate change? Not by rehashing the same data and facts we've been discussing for years, says climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe. In this inspiring, pragmatic talk, Hayhoe shows how the...

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I will take personal steps to reduce my carbon footprint by cutting down on flights, using public transportation or biking more often, and consuming products more mindfully,...

Howcast - Your carbon footprint is how many greenhouse gases you release in your daily activities. Be remembered by your good deeds, not your carbon emissions.

Honor Earth Day by completely obliterating your carbon footprint.

A carbon footprint is an equation that estimates just how much you, personally, are contributing to global warming—and all you have to do is plug some info into an online calculator. Figuring out how to make your footprint smaller, of...

Cryptocurrencies are heralded as the technology of the future. But Bitcoin, and others like it, are putting that same future at risk, with their devastating effect on the environment.



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Pupil outcome: I can explain what food miles are and analyse the positive and negative impacts of both locally produced and imported food. Key learning points: - All food has to travel to reach our plates and the distance it travels is...

Pupil outcome: I can describe ways in which food systems contribute to climate change and investigate possible actions that can be taken to reduce the carbon footprint of food. Key learning points: - Farming and food production are major...

Pupil outcome: I can explain what a carbon footprint is and how we can reduce it. Key learning points: - Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to warmer temperatures on Earth. - A carbon footprint...

Explore the Soneva Kiri Hotel on Koh Kood, Thailand, a pioneer in sustainable luxury tourism. Learn how the hotel's founders blend high-end vacationing with environmental protection, using local materials and traditional Thai...

Explore how the Grow Community on Bainbridge Island encourages sustainable living by promoting walking and biking, reducing carbon footprints, and fostering a strong sense of community. Learn from the experiences of the creators who...

International governments have put caps in place to limit carbon dioxide emissions from industry. What are emissions caps and will they solve the problem? Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. The percentage of carbon...

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This video highlights the environmental impact of fast fashion, with over 92 million tons of textiles discarded annually. It emphasizes the problems caused by cheap, mass-produced clothing, including waste, pollution, and...

Go Green! You’ve probably heard this phrase countless times, but what does it really mean to ‘go green’? In today’s video, we’ll dive into what going green truly involves and explore practical steps you can take to make a positive...