Professor Paul Connett's presentation on the health impacts of incineration September 2010, Merthyr Tydfil, in an office one floor beneath the Incinerator manufacturer Covanta offices. They stated they had no one available to attend.
The presentation by Dr. Paul Connett follows the pathway of dioxins from industrial pollution to an infant's brain.
This document provides a summary of a guest lecture on ecodesign given to the Green Industry Summer Course. The lecture discusses the need for more sustainable design given environmental problems like pollution, waste, and resource scarcity. It highlights how design decisions have significant impacts and that ecodesign must consider environmental and social issues across a product's entire lifecycle. The lecture argues that both individual behavior and systemic changes are needed across industries, education, policies and design to transition to more sustainable practices. Examples of collaborative ecodesign work in Europe are presented to illustrate approaches. The overall message is that ecodesign thinking can help address pressing environmental and social challenges if adopted more widely.
Presentation of Dr. Helen Mendoza, Philippine Network for Climaet Change, on "Advocacy" during the UP Manila Conference on Global Climate Change, October 22-23, 2009, Pearl Garden Hotel, Manila.
This document summarizes a student project on climate change and COVID-19. It discusses how climate change is causing global warming and its effects. It then outlines the main points of the project, including discussing climate change, its causes and future impacts, potential solutions, and how COVID-19 relates. The project aims to raise awareness of unnecessary climate change and help the government during the pandemic by raising awareness and supplying basic needs to people. It describes the team members and their roles, and includes photos of some activities like tree planting and distributing masks in slum areas.
The document discusses the science and impacts of climate change, highlighting that CO2 levels need to be reduced to 350 parts per million to avoid dangerous warming. It promotes organizing events on October 24, 2009 as part of a global day of climate action to call for an ambitious international climate agreement in Copenhagen that December. The goal is to build a worldwide grassroots movement to address this urgent issue.
This document discusses hope and inspiration for moving forward on climate change issues through community connections. It outlines concerns about climate change and encourages considering small actions individuals can take that fit their skills and interests, working with others, and finding joy in sustainable living. Potential actions are suggested for homes, transportation, food, population issues and more. Education is emphasized as key to addressing these challenges over the long term.
Public Awareness and Environmental conservatinAlok Yadav
This document discusses the importance of public awareness and environmental conservation. It begins by explaining how human activities like industrialization, deforestation, and improper waste disposal have negatively impacted the environment. It then discusses the need to educate the public about environmental issues so that governments can implement sustainable solutions. Various strategies for raising environmental awareness among different groups are provided, such as educational events, social media campaigns, and distributing informational brochures. The roles of individuals, teachers, and governments in environmental protection are also outlined. Overall, the document stresses that widespread environmental awareness is crucial for protecting natural resources and the planet for future generations.
The document discusses several local initiatives around the world aimed at addressing global warming and promoting more environmentally friendly practices. It describes initiatives in cities like Hangzhou to use water transportation, initiatives in India to promote reforestation through seed ball distribution, and initiatives in Karnataka, India to promote more sustainable practices among traditional artisans. It also discusses the European Eco-label program and its success in promoting greener products and services.
This document provides a summary of a guest lecture on ecodesign given to the Green Industry Summer Course. The lecture discusses the need for more sustainable design given environmental problems like pollution, waste, and resource scarcity. It highlights how design decisions have significant impacts and that ecodesign must consider environmental and social issues across a product's entire lifecycle. The lecture argues that both individual behavior and systemic changes are needed across industries, education, policies and design to transition to more sustainable practices. Examples of collaborative ecodesign work in Europe are presented to illustrate approaches. The overall message is that ecodesign thinking can help address pressing environmental and social challenges if adopted more widely.
Presentation of Dr. Helen Mendoza, Philippine Network for Climaet Change, on "Advocacy" during the UP Manila Conference on Global Climate Change, October 22-23, 2009, Pearl Garden Hotel, Manila.
This document summarizes a student project on climate change and COVID-19. It discusses how climate change is causing global warming and its effects. It then outlines the main points of the project, including discussing climate change, its causes and future impacts, potential solutions, and how COVID-19 relates. The project aims to raise awareness of unnecessary climate change and help the government during the pandemic by raising awareness and supplying basic needs to people. It describes the team members and their roles, and includes photos of some activities like tree planting and distributing masks in slum areas.
The document discusses the science and impacts of climate change, highlighting that CO2 levels need to be reduced to 350 parts per million to avoid dangerous warming. It promotes organizing events on October 24, 2009 as part of a global day of climate action to call for an ambitious international climate agreement in Copenhagen that December. The goal is to build a worldwide grassroots movement to address this urgent issue.
This document discusses hope and inspiration for moving forward on climate change issues through community connections. It outlines concerns about climate change and encourages considering small actions individuals can take that fit their skills and interests, working with others, and finding joy in sustainable living. Potential actions are suggested for homes, transportation, food, population issues and more. Education is emphasized as key to addressing these challenges over the long term.
Public Awareness and Environmental conservatinAlok Yadav
This document discusses the importance of public awareness and environmental conservation. It begins by explaining how human activities like industrialization, deforestation, and improper waste disposal have negatively impacted the environment. It then discusses the need to educate the public about environmental issues so that governments can implement sustainable solutions. Various strategies for raising environmental awareness among different groups are provided, such as educational events, social media campaigns, and distributing informational brochures. The roles of individuals, teachers, and governments in environmental protection are also outlined. Overall, the document stresses that widespread environmental awareness is crucial for protecting natural resources and the planet for future generations.
The document discusses several local initiatives around the world aimed at addressing global warming and promoting more environmentally friendly practices. It describes initiatives in cities like Hangzhou to use water transportation, initiatives in India to promote reforestation through seed ball distribution, and initiatives in Karnataka, India to promote more sustainable practices among traditional artisans. It also discusses the European Eco-label program and its success in promoting greener products and services.
Jim Merkel: Sustainability and the College CampusAnn Heidenreich
1. Dartmouth College aims to embed sustainability principles across all aspects of the institution and serve as a model for sustainability.
2. The document discusses Dartmouth's sustainability initiatives like high performance green buildings, energy reduction programs, waste reduction efforts, and educating students on sustainable practices.
3. It also highlights the importance of sustainability given issues like climate change, increasing consumption, and the need to address these challenges through more efficient technology and consumer choices.
Fossil fuels, toxins, and technology impact modern life. Fossil fuels are non-renewable remains of ancient organisms that are formed over millions of years underground. While crucial to development, their use contributes to issues like pollution and climate change. Toxins in everyday products also endanger health and environment. Technology plays an integral but complex role, enhancing lives but potentially isolating users and straining resources. Managing these elements sustainably requires individual responsibility as well as coordinated global action.
The document discusses a student project called "Our Common Future" that aims to raise awareness about environmental sustainability and climate change among youth. It describes plans to have five schools from different European countries participate in short-term exchanges to learn about topics like renewable energy and reducing waste. Students will also engage in local activities such as calculating their schools' carbon footprints and organizing recycling campaigns. The overall goal is for students to understand the importance of environmental protection and view themselves as part of the ecosystem through hands-on learning experiences.
Presentation for REGENERATION Edition 2, Italy and updated for SEDA Green Drinks in Ayr, April 2016. The Green Drinks event coincided with John Muir birthday (21/4) and Earth Day (22/4) Sharing from FutuREstorative book and Cuerdon Valley Park project (1st UK LBC registered project).
Germany has become a leader in green energy and sustainability through policies and initiatives that promote renewable resources like solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power. The country implemented a feed-in tariff through the Renewable Energy Act of 2000 that accelerated renewable energy development. Germany also excels in recycling through programs like its packaging ordinance and color-coded bin system, achieving a 70% waste recovery rate compared to the US rate of 33%. Through policies, recycling programs, and cities like Freiburg, Germany has shown that sustainability can be politically and economically viable.
The future can be great for our community, for our province, for the energy industry, for you and me and our children. However, it will require us to embrace positive change and to start the transition now. We can create an Alberta that is a renewable energy powerhouse by energy companies utilizing land and infrastructure they already use to generate renewable energy as well as using fuel cell technology to produce much cleaner energy from hydrocarbons during the transition period. And we can become the supplier of choice for clean and green hydrocarbon products, with extraction, processing and use of final products without emissions, pollution, fresh water and use of harmful chemicals. Why won't we start now? We can do it together!
The report finds that millions of green jobs have already been created globally across key sectors such as energy, construction, transportation, manufacturing, and forestry. Many countries have seen significant growth in renewable energy jobs in particular. However, not all current green jobs meet standards for decent, sustainable work. Barriers also remain such as a lack of needed skills. The transformative shift required for environmental sustainability could generate many more green jobs in the future if the right policies support continued growth in relevant sectors and ensure job quality.
The document discusses recycling and its importance. It provides an introduction to recycling, defines recycling as the process of breaking down materials and reusing them instead of throwing them away. It then discusses the benefits of recycling such as reducing waste sent to landfills, saving natural resources, and saving energy. Specific examples are provided of how recycling aluminum and paper saves significant amounts of energy compared to producing materials from raw materials. The document also discusses how recycling reduces carbon emissions and how landfill levies encourage more sustainable production and consumption.
This document discusses the emergence of the green economy concept and its relevance to corporate strategy. It notes that global issues like climate change, resource scarcity, and unemployment are driving the need for a green economy approach. A green economy is defined as one that improves human well-being and social equity while significantly reducing environmental risks. The document outlines some key aspects of transitioning to a green economy, including green investment and jobs, renewable energy, green buildings, and energy efficiency. Regulatory frameworks and technological change are important drivers.
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The document discusses how major institutions are increasingly recognizing agroforestry's potential to address issues like climate change, poverty, and land degradation. Climate change in particular is driving interest, as agriculture and forestry account for 20% of greenhouse gas emissions. The author argues agroforestry can transform farming by increasing carbon storage through reduced tillage and more trees. Adopting agroforestry worldwide could offset 1 gigaton of annual carbon emissions. The document predicts agroforestry will become seen as central to addressing climate change and sustainability goals.
Henrica Makulu introduces herself as a climate reality leader, global shaper, mentor, public speaker and tech lover. She asks the audience who they are and what comes to mind when they think of climate change, conservation and the environment. She then provides a brief overview of the science behind climate change, highlighting increasing global temperatures and greenhouse gas emissions as key drivers. Finally, she outlines actions individuals can take to address climate change, such as learning more, promoting recycling, and volunteering with environmental organizations.
A comprehensive presentation about the climate crisis, and the available solutions. Updated on September 19th, 2016.
Guy Dauncey is a futurist who works to develop a positive vision of a sustainable future, and to translate that vision into action. He lives on Vancouver Island, in Canada.
He is founder of the BC Sustainable Energy Association, co-founder of the Victoria Car Share Cooperative, and the author or co-author of ten books, including The Climate Challenge: 101 Solutions to Global Warming and most recently Journey to the Future: A Better World Is Possible.
He is an Honorary Member of the Planning Institute of BC, a Fellow of the Findhorn Foundation in Scotland, and a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Arts, founded in Britain in 1754.
His websites are www.earthfuture.com, www.journeytothefuture.ca and www.thepracticalutopian.ca.
Environment and social awareness
described what is environment and awareness how we protect it using some measures and taking some innovative steps for protecting environment and developing nature in peoples to protect environment. How we are harming the environment in are day to day life knowingly or unwillingly
The document is an issue of the magazine Down To Earth from June 1-15, 2021. It discusses several topics related to the environment and the COVID-19 pandemic:
- It notes how the pandemic has highlighted our dependence on oxygen from nature. On World Environment Day, restoring ecosystems through afforestation is important to sequester carbon and produce oxygen.
- Community involvement is key to successful afforestation efforts. Trees have value both ecologically and economically, and this value needs to be recognized through payments to local communities for their management of forests.
- However, India's rules continue to favor industry over environmental protection. Thermal power plants can now pay penalties instead of implementing pollution controls, threatening public
The document discusses sustainability and climate change. It notes that since Rachel Carson's 1962 book "Silent Spring", there has been growing urgency to address issues like peak oil, ecological footprint, global warming, and bringing human activity back into global balance. The challenges of climate change could mean over 2°C warming this century, making Earth a very different planet, with sea level rise of over 25 meters potentially in coming centuries. Prompt action in the next decade is needed to avoid locking in infrastructure that prevents keeping warming under 1°C.
This document discusses the urgent need to address climate change and avoid human extinction. It makes three key points:
1) Humans have become the dominant geological force on the planet by changing the atmosphere, water bodies, and biodiversity. Climate change poses catastrophic risks like sea level rise and melting polar caps.
2) Current western economics lacks connections between people, the environment, and future generations, which is unsustainable. A carbon market can provide missing prices and incentivize clean energy.
3) New technologies like Global Thermostat's direct air capture can make fossil fuel plants carbon negative, reducing atmospheric CO2 concentrations and supporting a sustainable new economic model focused on knowledge over natural resources. Action is needed now to
Sustainability refers to meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs. It involves balancing environmental protection, economic growth, and social equity. The key concepts are developing in a way and using resources that can be maintained indefinitely without depleting or permanently damaging natural resources. Sustainable development aims to give current populations a decent standard of living without jeopardizing the prospects of future generations.
This document provides information about Ms. Chin's 7th grade English classroom. It lists the class periods and required supplies. It outlines the tardy policy, the grading policy which weights summative assessments at 60% and formative at 40%, and the late work policy allowing students 1-2 days per absence to make up work for partial or full credit. It expresses the teacher's excitement for the school year and provides contact information.
Jim Merkel: Sustainability and the College CampusAnn Heidenreich
1. Dartmouth College aims to embed sustainability principles across all aspects of the institution and serve as a model for sustainability.
2. The document discusses Dartmouth's sustainability initiatives like high performance green buildings, energy reduction programs, waste reduction efforts, and educating students on sustainable practices.
3. It also highlights the importance of sustainability given issues like climate change, increasing consumption, and the need to address these challenges through more efficient technology and consumer choices.
Fossil fuels, toxins, and technology impact modern life. Fossil fuels are non-renewable remains of ancient organisms that are formed over millions of years underground. While crucial to development, their use contributes to issues like pollution and climate change. Toxins in everyday products also endanger health and environment. Technology plays an integral but complex role, enhancing lives but potentially isolating users and straining resources. Managing these elements sustainably requires individual responsibility as well as coordinated global action.
The document discusses a student project called "Our Common Future" that aims to raise awareness about environmental sustainability and climate change among youth. It describes plans to have five schools from different European countries participate in short-term exchanges to learn about topics like renewable energy and reducing waste. Students will also engage in local activities such as calculating their schools' carbon footprints and organizing recycling campaigns. The overall goal is for students to understand the importance of environmental protection and view themselves as part of the ecosystem through hands-on learning experiences.
Presentation for REGENERATION Edition 2, Italy and updated for SEDA Green Drinks in Ayr, April 2016. The Green Drinks event coincided with John Muir birthday (21/4) and Earth Day (22/4) Sharing from FutuREstorative book and Cuerdon Valley Park project (1st UK LBC registered project).
Germany has become a leader in green energy and sustainability through policies and initiatives that promote renewable resources like solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power. The country implemented a feed-in tariff through the Renewable Energy Act of 2000 that accelerated renewable energy development. Germany also excels in recycling through programs like its packaging ordinance and color-coded bin system, achieving a 70% waste recovery rate compared to the US rate of 33%. Through policies, recycling programs, and cities like Freiburg, Germany has shown that sustainability can be politically and economically viable.
The future can be great for our community, for our province, for the energy industry, for you and me and our children. However, it will require us to embrace positive change and to start the transition now. We can create an Alberta that is a renewable energy powerhouse by energy companies utilizing land and infrastructure they already use to generate renewable energy as well as using fuel cell technology to produce much cleaner energy from hydrocarbons during the transition period. And we can become the supplier of choice for clean and green hydrocarbon products, with extraction, processing and use of final products without emissions, pollution, fresh water and use of harmful chemicals. Why won't we start now? We can do it together!
The report finds that millions of green jobs have already been created globally across key sectors such as energy, construction, transportation, manufacturing, and forestry. Many countries have seen significant growth in renewable energy jobs in particular. However, not all current green jobs meet standards for decent, sustainable work. Barriers also remain such as a lack of needed skills. The transformative shift required for environmental sustainability could generate many more green jobs in the future if the right policies support continued growth in relevant sectors and ensure job quality.
The document discusses recycling and its importance. It provides an introduction to recycling, defines recycling as the process of breaking down materials and reusing them instead of throwing them away. It then discusses the benefits of recycling such as reducing waste sent to landfills, saving natural resources, and saving energy. Specific examples are provided of how recycling aluminum and paper saves significant amounts of energy compared to producing materials from raw materials. The document also discusses how recycling reduces carbon emissions and how landfill levies encourage more sustainable production and consumption.
This document discusses the emergence of the green economy concept and its relevance to corporate strategy. It notes that global issues like climate change, resource scarcity, and unemployment are driving the need for a green economy approach. A green economy is defined as one that improves human well-being and social equity while significantly reducing environmental risks. The document outlines some key aspects of transitioning to a green economy, including green investment and jobs, renewable energy, green buildings, and energy efficiency. Regulatory frameworks and technological change are important drivers.
Futre Of Agroforestry Science Dg Seminarguestd2d93b8
The document discusses how major institutions are increasingly recognizing agroforestry's potential to address issues like climate change, poverty, and land degradation. Climate change in particular is driving interest, as agriculture and forestry account for 20% of greenhouse gas emissions. The author argues agroforestry can transform farming by increasing carbon storage through reduced tillage and more trees. Adopting agroforestry worldwide could offset 1 gigaton of annual carbon emissions. The document predicts agroforestry will become seen as central to addressing climate change and sustainability goals.
Henrica Makulu introduces herself as a climate reality leader, global shaper, mentor, public speaker and tech lover. She asks the audience who they are and what comes to mind when they think of climate change, conservation and the environment. She then provides a brief overview of the science behind climate change, highlighting increasing global temperatures and greenhouse gas emissions as key drivers. Finally, she outlines actions individuals can take to address climate change, such as learning more, promoting recycling, and volunteering with environmental organizations.
A comprehensive presentation about the climate crisis, and the available solutions. Updated on September 19th, 2016.
Guy Dauncey is a futurist who works to develop a positive vision of a sustainable future, and to translate that vision into action. He lives on Vancouver Island, in Canada.
He is founder of the BC Sustainable Energy Association, co-founder of the Victoria Car Share Cooperative, and the author or co-author of ten books, including The Climate Challenge: 101 Solutions to Global Warming and most recently Journey to the Future: A Better World Is Possible.
He is an Honorary Member of the Planning Institute of BC, a Fellow of the Findhorn Foundation in Scotland, and a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Arts, founded in Britain in 1754.
His websites are www.earthfuture.com, www.journeytothefuture.ca and www.thepracticalutopian.ca.
Environment and social awareness
described what is environment and awareness how we protect it using some measures and taking some innovative steps for protecting environment and developing nature in peoples to protect environment. How we are harming the environment in are day to day life knowingly or unwillingly
The document is an issue of the magazine Down To Earth from June 1-15, 2021. It discusses several topics related to the environment and the COVID-19 pandemic:
- It notes how the pandemic has highlighted our dependence on oxygen from nature. On World Environment Day, restoring ecosystems through afforestation is important to sequester carbon and produce oxygen.
- Community involvement is key to successful afforestation efforts. Trees have value both ecologically and economically, and this value needs to be recognized through payments to local communities for their management of forests.
- However, India's rules continue to favor industry over environmental protection. Thermal power plants can now pay penalties instead of implementing pollution controls, threatening public
The document discusses sustainability and climate change. It notes that since Rachel Carson's 1962 book "Silent Spring", there has been growing urgency to address issues like peak oil, ecological footprint, global warming, and bringing human activity back into global balance. The challenges of climate change could mean over 2°C warming this century, making Earth a very different planet, with sea level rise of over 25 meters potentially in coming centuries. Prompt action in the next decade is needed to avoid locking in infrastructure that prevents keeping warming under 1°C.
This document discusses the urgent need to address climate change and avoid human extinction. It makes three key points:
1) Humans have become the dominant geological force on the planet by changing the atmosphere, water bodies, and biodiversity. Climate change poses catastrophic risks like sea level rise and melting polar caps.
2) Current western economics lacks connections between people, the environment, and future generations, which is unsustainable. A carbon market can provide missing prices and incentivize clean energy.
3) New technologies like Global Thermostat's direct air capture can make fossil fuel plants carbon negative, reducing atmospheric CO2 concentrations and supporting a sustainable new economic model focused on knowledge over natural resources. Action is needed now to
Sustainability refers to meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs. It involves balancing environmental protection, economic growth, and social equity. The key concepts are developing in a way and using resources that can be maintained indefinitely without depleting or permanently damaging natural resources. Sustainable development aims to give current populations a decent standard of living without jeopardizing the prospects of future generations.
This document provides information about Ms. Chin's 7th grade English classroom. It lists the class periods and required supplies. It outlines the tardy policy, the grading policy which weights summative assessments at 60% and formative at 40%, and the late work policy allowing students 1-2 days per absence to make up work for partial or full credit. It expresses the teacher's excitement for the school year and provides contact information.
Ms. Chin teaches 7th and 8th grade English. Her schedule includes several periods of 7th grade English and P-AP English, as well as 8th grade English. Students need a composition book, folder, paper, and pen or pencil, and Kleenex donations are appreciated. Homework will be assigned as needed, and Briscoe's tardy policy outlines consequences for repeated tardiness. Grades are based 60% on daily work and 40% on major assignments, projects, and tests. Students must complete make-up work within one day per absence, and late work is accepted within a week for up to 70%. Ms. Chin provided her contact information and said she is excited for the school year.
Rhymney & Merthyr Tydfil ward Labour party affiliate objections to the IPCPritchard Ian
This letter expresses opposition to plans for an energy-to-waste incinerator in Merthyr Tydfil & Rhymney. The signatories, who include local elected representatives, have several main concerns: the size and visual impact of the proposed 115m tall incinerator stack, uncertainty around the source and long-term supply of waste, potential health impacts on local communities from emissions, and Covanta's record on industrial relations. They argue the development would be bad for the local area and its people.
This document provides information about Ms. Chin's 7th grade English class schedule, required school supplies, homework and grading policies, make-up work policies, contact tardy policies, and contact information for the teacher. The schedule lists the different periods that Ms. Chin teaches 7th grade and Pre-AP English. Required school supplies are listed, along with policies on homework, grades based on summative and formative assessments, making up missed work, turning in late work, tardies to class and the teacher's contact information.
Erosion wear behaviour of plasma sprayed ni crsibEbe Nezer G
The document discusses several studies on erosion wear behavior and coatings:
1) One study examines the erosion wear behavior of a plasma sprayed NiCrSiB/Al2O3 composite coating on AISI 304 steel. Testing found the coating protects the substrate at 30° and 90° impact angles.
2) Another study evaluates the cavitation erosion and corrosion resistance of WC-CoCr and FeCrSiBMn coatings deposited by HVOF spraying. The WC-CoCr coating showed better resistance in NaCl solution.
3) A third study optimizes NiCrSiB/WC-Co coatings deposited by HVOF using Taguchi methods. Testing identified standoff distance and powder
Incineration: A Poor Solution for the 21st Century, by Dr Paul ConnettFrankie Dolan
Dr Connett's presentation regarding incineration that was given at Ivybridge, Devon, UK on 3rd February 2010. The presentation was to inform the residents of the area regarding the facts of incineration and its alternatives, as they fight against the proposed incinerator at Lee Mill. This is the full version of the presentation, 247 slides long. There will shortly be available a slimmer version containing the most important slides. Find out more about the campagin against the incinerator at http://www.ecoivy.org
This presentation helps you to discover what is circular economy and what are the opportunities of this new model.
In a few slides, you can easily understand the issues on resources and the methods to improve materials, products or components value and life span.
This document summarizes a presentation on sustainable consumption and production, poverty alleviation, and climate change. The presentation discusses:
1) How sustainable consumption and production requires distributed innovation across systems to support both sustainability and economic growth.
2) The interlocking challenges of issues like resource depletion, climate change, and ensuring socio-economic welfare.
3) The state of the planet in terms of climate change, freshwater scarcity, and other environmental issues, as well as population growth, consumption patterns, and inequalities in consumption between rich and poor.
4) The need for businesses and societies to move towards more sustainable production and consumption patterns through approaches like eco-efficiency and reducing the environmental impact of l
The carbon footprint is a measure of the total greenhouse gas emissions caused by an individual, event, product, or organization. It originated from the concept of an ecological footprint developed in the 1990s to measure human impact on the environment. A carbon footprint is calculated based on direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions, usually expressed in tons of carbon dioxide equivalents. Activities like driving, flying, waste production, and electricity use all contribute to an individual's carbon footprint. Reducing carbon footprints can help limit climate change and resource depletion.
Launched in May 2011, the new global magazine Southern Innovator is about the people across the global South shaping our new world, eradicating poverty and working towards the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
They are the innovators.
Issue 1 covered the theme of mobile phones and information technology. Issue 2 covered the theme of youth and entrepreneurship. Issue 3 covered the theme of agribusiness and food security. Issue 4 covered the theme of cities and urbanization. Issue 5 covers the theme of waste and recycling.
Follow the magazine on Twitter @SouthSouth1.
If you would like hard copies of the magazine for distribution, then please contact the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation in New York, USA (www.southerninnovator.org).
Learn about the Global South-South Development Expo here: www.southsouthexpo.org.
Also contact us about opportunities to sponsor the magazine here: southerninnovator@yahoo.co.uk. Sponsors help us to print and distribute more copies.
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Global warming is caused by human activities like burning fossil fuels for transportation and electricity, which release carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere. It is damaging the environment by increasing temperatures, destroying habitats, and putting many species at risk of extinction. Simple everyday actions like recycling, turning off lights, reducing water use, carpooling, and choosing reusable items can help reduce our carbon footprint and make a difference in addressing global warming.
This document discusses the concepts of sustainability and sustainable development. It provides definitions of sustainability from various reports, noting that sustainability requires meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs. It also discusses how current business models focus too narrowly on short-term financial growth without considering environmental and social impacts. However, new business models are evolving that take a more holistic, systems-level approach to create value in ecological, social, and economic terms.
The documentary narrates the linear "materials economy" system from extraction to disposal and argues it is unsustainable and harms people and the environment. It externalizes costs by not paying living wages, polluting, and designed obsolescence. Many opportunities exist to intervene and change the system to one that is circular, sustainable, equitable and doesn't waste resources or exploit people. People created the current system and have the power to change it.
The document discusses the history and importance of recycling. It notes that in 2001, the U.S. created 409 million tons of waste and by 2008 Americans generated about 250 million tons of trash annually, recycling 83 million tons. Recycling saves energy and natural resources compared to producing goods from raw materials. Common recycled materials include glass, paper, metals and plastics. The recycling movement grew out of the Great Depression and WWII to prevent waste. While recycling has environmental benefits, it does have some costs and does not eliminate all pollution.
The document discusses the history and importance of recycling. It notes that in 2001, the U.S. created 409 million tons of waste and by 2008 Americans generated about 250 million tons of trash annually, recycling 83 million tons. Recycling saves energy and natural resources compared to producing goods from raw materials. Common recycled materials include glass, paper, metals and plastics. The recycling movement grew out of the Great Depression and WWII to prevent waste. While recycling has environmental benefits, it does have some costs and does not eliminate all pollution.
The document discusses consumerism and waste generation in India. It notes that consumerism is rising in India as purchasing power increases. This leads to excessive consumption and depletion of resources. It also results in large quantities of waste like plastic, electronics and chemicals that pollute the environment. However, measures can be taken to control this like minimizing waste, reusing materials, optimizing resources and promoting durability. Recent innovations in India allow waste plastic to be converted into fuel, providing a solution for plastic waste management while meeting energy needs.
The industrial revolution had significant negative environmental impacts that are still being addressed today. Increased pollution from factories and steam engines released more waste into the air and water. This led to issues like global warming, ozone layer depletion, and health problems. In recent decades, awareness of these problems has grown significantly. Now there are major efforts to reduce waste, promote recycling and renewable energy, and implement regulations to curb pollution and protect natural resources. While reverting all the damage will be impossible, new technologies like electric vehicles and innovations like solar panels are helping to offset some of the environmental harm caused by industrialization.
The document discusses issues with waste generation from the built environment industry and calls for rethinking how things are made. It notes that the UK construction industry generates around 2 million tonnes of packaging waste annually, enough to fill 800 Olympic swimming pools. It criticizes the current design brief for the built environment industry, saying it prioritizes toxic waste production, valuable material disposal, and depletion of natural resources over sustainability. The cement industry is singled out as responsible for 5% of global carbon dioxide emissions. The document advocates for following the principles of sustainable development to meet current needs without compromising the future.
Environmental Literacy for Administrators and Educators - Environmental Issuespartha sharma
The document provides an overview of key environmental issues and discusses strategies for improving environmental literacy. It begins by outlining the "4 A's" of environmental education - awareness, appreciation, advocacy, and activism. It then discusses principles of environmental sustainability and interdependence. The document summarizes several major environmental issues including damage to ecosystems, population growth, energy resources, food supply, climate change, waste, air and water pollution, and species extinction. It emphasizes the need for individual action and provides specific recommendations for more sustainable living.
Industrial waste disposal management by Green Yatra
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1. Incineration: A Poor Solution for the Twenty First Century Paul Connett, PhD Executive Director American Health Studies.org [email_address] Wales, Sept 9, 2010
7. DIFFERENT TIMES DEMAND DIFFERENT QUESTIONS 20 th CENTURY WASTE MANAGEMENT “ How do we get rid of our waste efficiently with minimum damage to our health and the environment ?” 21 st CENTURY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT “ How do we handle our discarded resources in ways which do not deprive future generations of some, if not all, of their value ?”
8. DIFFERENT TIMES DEMAND DIFFERENT QUESTIONS 20 th CENTURY WASTE MANAGEMENT “ How do we get rid of our waste efficiently with minimum damage to our health and the environment ?” 21 st CENTURY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT “ How do we handle our discarded resources in ways which do not deprive future generations of some, if not all, of their value ?” The key issue was SAFETY The key issue is SUSTAINABILIY
33. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Waste A LINEAR SOCIETY
34. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Waste ENERGY A LINEAR SOCIETY
35. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Waste Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY A LINEAR SOCIETY
36. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Discarded Materials Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY ENERGY
37. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Discarded Materials Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY ENERGY GLOBAL WARMING
38. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Discarded Materials Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY ENERGY GLOBAL WARMING How do waste management practices affect this picture?
39. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Discarded Materials Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY ENERGY LANDFILLS GLOBAL WARMING
40. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Discarded Materials Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY ENERGY INCINERATION GLOBAL WARMING
41. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Discarded Materials Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY ENERGY GLOBAL WARMING RECYCLING OF MATERIALS
42. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Discarded Materials Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY ENERGY GLOBAL WARMING REUSE OF OBJECTS
43. Extraction of Virgin Materials Production of Manufactured items Consumption Discarded Materials Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide Solid waste Air pollution Water pollution Carbon dioxide ENERGY ENERGY GLOBAL WARMING COMPOSTING
45. Kg Greenhouse gas/tonne Municipal Waste Waste Management Options and Climate Change. AEA 2001 A combination of recycling and composting -461 Incineration generating electricty -10
46. Kg Greenhouse gas/tonne Municipal Waste Waste Management Options and Climate Change. AEA 2001 A combination of recycling and composting is 46 times better -461 at reducing greenhouse gases than X 46 Incineration generating electricty -10
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48. Energy Comparison: Recycling versus incineration (ICF consulting, 2005) material Energy savings from recycling GJ/tonne Energy output from incineration GJ/tonne Energy savings recycling versus incineration Newsprint 6.33 2.62 2.4 Fine paper 15.87 2.23 7.1 Cardboard 8.56 2.31 3.7 Other paper 9.49 2.25 4.2 HDPE 64.27 6.30 10.2 PET 85.16 3.22 26.4 Other plastic 52.09 4.76 10.9
56. The Brescia incinerator cost 300,000,000 Euro and has created just 80 jobs. Another 500,000,000 Euros of taxpayers money spent on so called “alternative energy”
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62. CHUTE SECONDARY CHAMBER TURBINE BOILER ELECTRICITY STEAM TRASH BOTTOM ASH FLY ASH TEMP < 200oC SEMI- DRY SCRUBBER FABRIC FILTER WET SCRUBBER DE-NOX ACTIVATED CHARCOAL Ca(OH) 2 SUSPENSION AMMONIA INJECTION GRATES For every 4 tons of trash you get about one ton of ash 90% 10%
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82. Our Stolen Future How Man-made Chemicals are Threatening our Fertility, Intelligence and Survival Theo Colborn John Peterson Myers Dianne Dumanoski 1994
87. YOU NEED THREE THINGS TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC FROM TOXIC EMISSIONS.
88. YOU NEED THREE THINGS TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC FROM TOXIC EMISSIONS. STRONG REGULATIONS
89. YOU NEED THREE THINGS TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC FROM TOXIC EMISSIONS. STRONG REGULATIONS ADEQUATE MONITORING
90. YOU NEED THREE THINGS TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC FROM TOXIC EMISSIONS. STRONG REGULATIONS ADEQUATE MONITORING TOUGH ENFORCEMENT
91. YOU NEED THREE THINGS TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC FROM TOXIC EMISSIONS. STRONG REGULATIONS ADEQUATE MONITORING TOUGH ENFORCEMENT IF ANY LINK IS WEAK THE PUBLIC IS NOT PROTECTED
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98. “ Even if we made incineration safe we would never make it sensible.
99. “ Even if we made incineration safe we would never make it sensible. It simply does not make sense to spend so much money destroying resources we should be sharing with the future.” (PC)
161. MORE TOXICS RESIDUAL SCREENING FACILITY MORE RECYCLABLES DIRTY ORGANIC FRACTION INTERIM LANDFILL for non-recyclable and stabilized organic fraction BIOLOGICAL STABILIZATION This type of facility is currently running in NOVA SCOTIA, Canada
162. MORE TOXICS NON-TOXIC, NON-BIODEGRADABLE FRACTION RESIDUAL SCREENING & RESEARCH FACILITY MORE RECYCLABLES DIRTY ORGANIC FRACTION INTERIM LANDFILL BIOLOGICAL STABILIZATION RESEARCH CENTER
172. TOXIC ASH LANDFILL + TWO MODELS FOR TREATMENT OF RESIDUALS
173. TOXIC ASH LANDFILL + RESIDUAL SEPARATION FACILITY TWO MODELS FOR TREATMENT OF RESIDUALS
174. TOXIC ASH LANDFILL + RESIDUAL SEPARATION FACILITY ZERO WASTE RESEARCH CENTER TWO MODELS FOR TREATMENT OF RESIDUALS
175. TOXIC ASH LANDFILL + RESIDUAL SEPARATION FACILITY ZERO WASTE RESEARCH CENTER INTERIM LANDFILL FOR STABILIZED “DIRTY” ORGANIC FRACTION TWO MODELS FOR TREATMENT OF RESIDUALS
176. TOXIC ASH LANDFILL + RESIDUAL SEPARATION FACILITY ZERO WASTE RESEARCH CENTER INTERIM LANDFILL FOR STABILIZED “DIRTY” ORGANIC FRACTION FEEDBACK FOR WASTE REDUCTION AND BETTER INDUSTRIAL DESIGN TWO MODELS FOR TREATMENT OF RESIDUALS
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178. FRAZIONE RESIDUA - Capannori Porta a Porta 1. Tessili e cuolo 16.52 % 2. Pannolini 13.95 % 3. Materiale organico da cucina 10.56 % 4. Altra plastica: non imballo 9.98 % 5. Imballaggi cellulosici poliaccopiati 8.05 % 6. Imballaggi poliaccopiati in plastica 7.45 % 7. Imballaggi flessibili in plastica 6.81 % 8. Materiale organico da giardino 4.64 % 9. Imballaggi rigidi in plastica (non bottiglie) 3.23 % 10 Giornali (quotidiani e riviste) 2.54 %
189. Recycling Reuse, Repair & Community Center Source Separation Door to Door Collection Composting
190. Waste Reduction Initiatives Recycling Reuse, Repair & Community Center Source Separation Door to Door Collection Composting
191. Waste Reduction Initiatives Recycling Reuse, Repair & Community Center Source Separation Door to Door Collection Composting Economic Incentives
192. Waste Reduction Initiatives Recycling Reuse, Repair & Community Center Source Separation Door to Door Collection Composting Residual Separation & Research Center Economic Incentives
193. Waste Reduction Initiatives Recycling Reuse, Repair & Community Center Source Separation Door to Door Collection Composting Residual Separation & Research Center Better Industrial Design Economic Incentives
194. Waste Reduction Initiatives Recycling Reuse, Repair & Community Center Source Separation Door to Door Collection Composting Residual Separation & Research Center Better Industrial Design Economic Incentives Temporary Landfill
195. Waste Reduction Initiatives Recycling Reuse, Repair & Community Center Source Separation Door to Door Collection Composting Residual Separation & Research Center Better Industrial Design Economic Incentives Temporary Landfill 2020
196. Iniziative Riduzione rifiuti Riciclaggio Separazione alla sorgente Raccolta Porta a Porta Compostaggio Residual Separation & Research Facility Better Industrial Design Incentivi Economici INTERIM LANDFILL 2020 Riutilizzo Riparazione e Centro per la Comunita’ 70 - 80% COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY
197. Iniziative Riduzione rifiuti Riciclaggio Separazione alla sorgente Raccolta Porta a Porta Compostaggio Separazione del residuo e Centro di ricerca migliore design industriale Incentivi Economici INTERIM LANDFILL 2020 Riutilizzo Riparazione e Centro per la Comunita’ 70-80% COMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY 20-30% INDUSTRIAL RESPONSIBILITY
225. Institute for Zero Waste and Sustainability 1) Research for better industrial design 2) Linking zero waste with other key developments needed for sustainability
226. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture
227. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture Better Industrial Design
228. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture Composting Better Industrial Design
229. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture Composting Research Center Better Industrial Design
230. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture Composting Research Center Deconstruction Better Industrial Design
231. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture Composting Research Center Deconstruction Anaerobic Digestion Better Industrial Design
232. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture Composting Research Center Deconstruction Anaerobic Digestion Better Industrial Design Incineration is not sustainable energy!
233. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture Composting Research Center 100’s of “green boxes” Deconstruction Anaerobic Digestion Better Industrial Design
234. Zero Waste 2020 Education For Sustainability Sustainable Economic development Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable Community development Sustainable Energy Sustainable industries & Jobs Sustainable Architecture Composting Research Center Reuse & Repair Centers 100’s of “green boxes” Deconstruction Anaerobic Digestion Better Industrial Design
256. EFFECTING CHANGE Experts may sharpen the point But you need the hammer of public opinion to drive the nail home
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258. “ The Battle Hymn” dei rifiuti (Chorus) We don’t want incineration We don’t want incineration We don’t want incineration We know there’s a better way!
259. “ The Battle Hymn” dei rifiuti Mine eyes have seen the garbage That’s a smoldering on the grate We must stop incineration Before it is too late Unless we wish the dangers We had better separate And we must do it now!
260. “ The Battle Hymn” dei rifiuti (Chorus) We don’t want incineration We don’t want incineration We don’t want incineration We know there’s a better way!