by Komoneed | Dec 18, 2023
Realtors are used to answering questions about available closet space and the number of bathrooms, but there’s a new question people are asking when searching for a new home: How’s the energy efficiency? Recent research has shown that more Americans are searching to buy or build an energy-efficient home. And with climate change worsening and […]
The post Energy-Efficient Homes 2023: Top 33 Energy Facts and Statistics appeared first on EcoWatch.
by Komoneed | Dec 18, 2023
Operationalizing USAID’s Climate Strategy to Achieve Transformative Adaptation and Mitigation in Agricultural and Food Systems
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The report presents six recommendations and targets for adaptation, mitigation, and finance in agrifood systems.
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by Komoneed | Dec 13, 2023
Our editors curate highly rated brands that are first assessed by our rigorous ratings system. Buying through our links may earn us a commission—supporting the work we do. Learn more. Sustainable fashion doesn’t have to take a back seat during the warmer months. Here’s our selection of better brands making men’s summer fashion you’ll […]
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by Komoneed | Dec 13, 2023
Implementing Nordfab Australia’s packed tower wet scrubber, ducting system, and carbon filter systems can offer several advantages for a green-technology company focused on eliminating electronic waste from landfill and promoting a circular economy.
Here are some key advantages:
Efficient Pollution Control:
The packed tower wet scrubber efficiently removes pollutants and contaminants from exhaust gases produced during the recycling or reprocessing of electronic waste. This ensures compliance with environmental regulations and minimises harmful emissions, contributing to a cleaner environment.
Resource Conservation:
The ducting system facilitates the efficient movement of air and gases within the facility, optimising energy use and reducing resource wastage. This helps in conserving energy, which aligns with the goals of sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint.
Odour and Emission Control:
The carbon filter systems are effective in eliminating odours and capturing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that might be released during the recycling process. This ensures a safer and healthier working environment for employees and neighbouring communities.
Enhanced Recycling Processes:
By installing these systems, the company can improve its electronic waste recycling processes. Cleaner air and reduced emissions mean better working conditions for employees and can potentially increase productivity and efficiency in handling recycled materials.
Compliance and Reputation:
Adhering to strict environmental standards and utilising advanced pollution control technologies can enhance the company’s compliance profile. This can lead to positive public perception, bolstering the company’s reputation as a responsible and eco-conscious entity in the industry.
Contribution to Circular Economy:
By efficiently managing waste and recycling processes while minimising environmental impact, the company aligns with the principles of a circular economy. This contributes to the goal of reintroducing valuable materials back into the production cycle, reducing the need for raw materials and promoting a more sustainable approach to manufacturing.
Long-Term Cost Savings:
While initial investment might be required for installing these systems, they often lead to long-term cost savings. Reduced energy consumption, minimised waste, and improved process efficiency can result in lower operational costs over time.
In essence, the integration of Nordfab Australia’s systems can significantly support the green-technology company’s mission of eradicating electronic waste from landfill, promoting a circular economy, and ensuring environmentally responsible practices in its operations.
by Komoneed | Dec 13, 2023
November 2023 Newsletter Recap: Road to COP28
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Did you miss the Climatelinks November newsletter? We’ve got you covered. Please find a recap of the ‘Road to COP28’ theme below. You won’t want to miss this short list of top programs, resources, and blogs from the month. Subscribe to our newsletter today. Do you want to contribute to the Climatelinks community? Send us a resource, blog, or event.
From November 30 to December 12, the international community gathered at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Ahead of COP28, Climatelinks highlighted USAID efforts to address the climate crisis.
Fresh Blog Posts
Road to COP28
In the lead up to COP28, Climatelinks spotlighted eight of the 45 countries where USAID has a portfolio of climate change programs, partnerships, and expertise. The blogs illustrate how climate change is impacting each country and what USAID is doing to help them respond.
Bangladesh
Cambodia
Colombia
Egypt
Jamaica
Kenya
Mozambique
Republic of the Marshall Islands
Investing in Our Collective Future – International Dispatch from the 5th National Climate Assessment
The International Chapter of the U.S. Fifth National Climate Assessment emphasized how many climate impacts seem distant even though they often significantly impact U.S. interests. Despite these challenges, responses to climate impacts, like adaptation and the global transition to cleaner technologies and economies, present opportunities for national security, economic growth, and sustainable development.
Read more.
Reducing Tropical Forest Degradation while Improving Carbon Outcomes
Carbon emissions from tropical forest degradation, including timber mining, exceed those from deforestation. A new USAID-funded report highlights opportunities to avoid forest degradation and concludes it is time to start transitioning from forest exploitation to forest management that benefits workers, biodiversity, the climate, economies, and forest industries.
Read more.
New Resources
Climate Basics Course
This self-guided, one-hour course introduces the basic concepts of climate science, defines key terminology for climate action, and explains why climate is relevant to development. Its ultimate goal is to provide USAID staff with a foundation of knowledge upon which to build as they implement the Agency’s Climate Strategy.
Read more.
Opportunities to Reduce Tropical Forest Degradation and Mitigate Climate Change
This report provides an analysis of the current institutional, policy, and technical landscapes, challenges, and opportunities to adopting and implementing improved tropical forest management. It elaborates on under-considered options that can improve carbon outcomes from managed forests.
Read more.
Climate Risk Management Spotlight
Regional & Country Risk Profiles and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Fact Sheets
This page houses regional and country-specific climate information in the form of Climate Risk Profiles and Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) Fact Sheets. Climate Risk Profiles summarize the climate stressors and risks that are most relevant to a Mission’s objectives. GHG Emissions Fact Sheets provide information that may be useful in identifying climate change mitigation opportunities.
Learn more.
Call for Content
Share your events and resources or write a blog related to an upcoming monthly theme! Check out our upcoming themes to see if your climate work aligns:
December: COP28
January and February: Climate Finance
March and April: Low-emissions Agriculture
If your USAID-related climate change work relates to these themes, Climatelinks would love to feature your work and share your resources. Send us a resource or blog.
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Did you miss the Climatelinks November newsletter? Here’s a recap of the ‘Road to COP28’ theme.
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Tue, 12/12/2023 – 12:00
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