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Written by: Michael DugganHow Does Global Warming Affect Our Climate? - Click To Read Article
What is the correlation between climate and global warming? What is the impact of continual burning of fossil fuels?
History of the Green Revolution - Click To Read Article
The green revolution began as a scientific experiment. The techniques developed have helped countries to avoid famine and mass starvation.
What is the Definition of a Green Home? - Click To Read Article
The term green home is being used more and more often in the residential building industry, but what does it really mean. According to the Green Building Council of Australia a green house is "a high performing home that is energy and water efficient, has good indoor air quality, uses environmentally sustainable materials and also uses the building site in a sustainable manner".
What is the Definition of Going Green? - Click To Read Article
Going green relates to the pursuit of knowledge that can lead to environmentally friendly and ecologically responsible decisions and lifestyles, which can help protect the environment and sustain its natural resources for current and future generations. Environmentalism has also been considered in the definition of going green.
Examples of Sustainable Development - Click To Read Article
Sustainable development was coined in 1987 by the Bruntland Commission where they defined it as, 'development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs'. Since then, sustainable development theory has been greatly expanded and these ideas have been utilised around the world. The need for development to become more sustainable is important, as many of the planet's ecosystems are degraded.
Environmental Impacts of Burning Coal - Click To Read Article
Burning coal is the most polluting method for producing electricity. What are the environmental impacts of this process?
Climate Change and Food Crisis - Click To Read Article
How can meat consumption play a role in food shortages? And what about the manufacture of biofuel? These two processes are having a significant impact on global crop production.
Make a Green Home - Click To Read Article
A green home will reduce energy and water consumption. And it will save you money, and help the environment.
Alaska's Climate - Click To Read Article
The climate in Alaska is one of extremes, although there are differences across the regions of this country. Most of the country's population is found in the southern parts of Alaska where weather conditions are less extreme. Summer time is the most favourable, especially for tourists where long moderate days are common.
What Causes Climate Change? - Click To Read Article
Climate change can be attributed to both natural and man-made causes. However, alarming changes have been rapidly occurring for the past 200 years - since the industrial revolution.
What is the Difference Between Weather and Climate? - Click To Read Article
Weather and climate - aren't they the same? No, the principal difference is the measure of time. Weather is the description of conditions over a short time period and in a localized area or region. In contrast, climate describes the sum of weather conditions over an extended period of time.
Green Water Heaters Will Save You Money and the Environment - Click To Read Article
Would you like to save money by reducing your energy consumption? Then next time your building or renovating, consider an energy efficient water heater.
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About the Author: Michael Duggan RSS for Michael's articles - Visit Michael's website Michael Duggan is the Managing Director of the FWR Group Pty Ltd, a niche consulting, coaching, education and training business specialising in the emerging sustainability sector. Mike general manages FWR Group Pty Ltd on a day to day basis, ensuring strategic development and business growth. He provides expertise in education for sustainability, sustainable development, business and strategic sustainability. Mike is a member of the Australian Green Development Forum's Board of Directors and lectures at a number of Queensland Universities in the areas of sustainable development, education, and business. Mike has presented at and facilitated numerous local, national, and international seminars/workshops in the areas of science, education for sustainability, business sustainability, sustainable housing and development, including, the World Education Fellowship Forum 2004, CONASTA52 2004, Ecoshow 2006, Greenbuild and Renewable Energy Expo 2007, Greenfest 2008, Australian Green Development Forum (AGDF) Annual Forum 2008, Ecofacts Seminar Series, ENSI International Researchers Conference 2008(Switzerland), and Central Queensland Carbon Forum 2009. Mike is a young and motivated individual, and through his work with FWR Group, and his continuing role in education and development, he is committed to sustainability, and facilitating its uptake in the mainstream through the development of progressive, lifelong-learning and continued education in all areas of endeavour. Click here to visit Michael's website Examples of Sustainable Development What is the Definition of a Green Home What Causes Climate Change Environmental Impacts of Burning Coal Alaskas Climate |
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