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The Future Carbon Family
What changes can the Carbon Family make in daily life to substantially decrease their carbon footprint? Everyday changes that could make the world of difference to our planet's climate. Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning...
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The Greenhouse Effect
Without the greenhouse effect, our planet would be too cold to inhabit, but it's currently a major cause of global warming. What is the greenhouse effect, and why is it such a conundrum? Earth Science - Human Impacts - Learning Points....
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Nuclear Power
How is this powerful and controversial energy source produced? Do the advantages outweigh the dangers of nuclear power? Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. Nuclear power is created using uranium, and small amounts can...
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Global Warming
Earth has always had changeable weather, but now the world's climate is getting warmer. What is global warming, why is it a problem and how can we stop it? Earth Science - Human Impacts - Learning Points. Most scientists agree that human...
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Heat Loss
We compare two cans, one painted black and the other painted white, to see how quickly they lose heat. The containers are placed in front of a heat source and heated to the same temperature. The temperature in each container is recorded...
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Ecosystem Management: Tropical Rainforests
The Amazon rainforest is being cut down for resources and land at a rapid rate. Learn how alternative farming methods, incentives to cut carbon emissions and protected reserves are helping to conserve the rainforest from further harm....
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Biofuels
Can biofuels become the sustainable fuels of the future? Or does the energy used for their production, and impact on biodiversity mean they do more harm than good? Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. Biofuel is cheap to...
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Nuclear Waste
Nuclear fission is the process used in nuclear power plants, which creates radioactive nuclear waste that is hazardous to humans. Discover how this nuclear waste is disposed of and stored. Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning...
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Carbon Trading
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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The Wind Power Debate
Despite being a clean, renewable source of energy, wind farms attract dissent. Discover the downside to the construction of wind farms and why some people are upset about their use. Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points....
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Smog - Air Pollution
Find out how harmful gases in the air can react together to create smog ... a form of air pollution. People and places - Human impact on the environment - Polluting the air Learning Points Smog is a mixture of harmful gases that react...
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The Carbon Family - Reducing Emissions
Meet the Carbon family and discover why reducing our carbon emissions will help stop global warming. People and places -Future of energy - The future of energy Learning Points Making small changes at home can reduce carbon emissions. We...
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Living Green - Episode 107 - New Coal Scheme
Coal factories could soon be revamped in Britain. With a focus on a clean energy future, the UK government is setting regulations for any new coal or gas fired power stations to be Clean which means lowering carbon emissions. In the long...
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Living Green - Episode 121 - Carbon Neutral Restaurant
Restaurants around the world are striving to create environmentally friendly spaces for patrons to enjoy their experience of dining out. This restaurant, designed in conjunction with an environmental consultancy firm, they followed a...
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Living Green - Episode 85 - UK Eco Island
In the UK, the Isle of Wight Council is looking at a variety of ways to help turn the island into an eco-friendly environment. Wind and water play a major part of life on this island, by harnessing it s natural resources they can reduce...
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Living Green - Episode 25 - Novo Nordisk: Contributing to Reducing Their Carbon Footprint
Norway s healthcare company Novo-Dordisc have found ways to cut their carbon emissions by 10%, a target they set in 2006, when they joined the WWF climate saver s program. They ve reached their goal by appointing energy stewards at...
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The Unequal Impacts of Climate Change
Climate change is driven by humans and will affect us all. But it’s not driven by everyone equally, and it doesn’t affect everyone equally. In the last 250 years, 77% of global emissions were emitted by Europe, North America, Australia,...
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Climate Change, Particulate Pollution, and Air Quality
We’re back with another episode on climate change and health, and this time we’re looking at some of the indirect health effects, with a focus on how things like air pollution and allergens arise from a warming planet and make us sick,...
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This Scientist’s Work Might Be the Future of Energy-Efficient Vehicles
Join Professor Soovin Matharu and his team as they draw inspiration from superhero comics to create real-life metallurgical innovations. Discover how their work with metals like magnesium and aluminum is shaping a sustainable future,...
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What Can You Actually Do About Climate Change?
The average carbon footprint of a person in the US is 16.5 tons –TONS. So, what can you actually do decrease this number and make a meaningful difference?
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Exploring Innovative Eco-Friendly Vehicle Designs
This video showcases innovative and eco-friendly vehicle designs, including the Xaxis concept car made of plastic and running on biofuel, a solar-powered car on a global journey, and the jet car with a lightweight yet durable design....
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Volvo's Journey Towards Carbon Neutrality: Transforming Manufacturing for a Greener Future
The Volvo Group is leading the way in sustainability by transforming its truck plant into the world's first carbon dioxide-free automotive plant. Through innovative partnerships and the use of renewable energy sources like wind power and...
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Introducing the Enhanced Generation of Volvo's Five Cylinder Diesel Engines
The Volvo Car Corporation has introduced a new generation of five-cylinder diesel engines for select models, boasting enhanced performance and reduced emissions. Featuring upgrades such as a refined air and exhaust system, a new...
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Revolutionizing Public Transportation: The Innovative Electric Wheel Propulsion System
The innovative Dutch inventor has developed a groundbreaking electric motor technology that promises to revolutionize public transportation by significantly reducing fuel costs and emissions. By utilizing a unique wheel design with a...