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An increase in the Average temperature of Earth’s near surface air and Oceans since the mid-20thcentury 4thassessment report of IPCC: global temperature increased 74+18 degree C during the 20thcentury. Caused by greenhouse gases Water vapour, Co2, Methane, Nitrous Oxide, Ozone, CFCs (in order of abundance) Since the Industrial revolution, the burning of fossil fuels has increased … Read more
Wetland Farming: A Sustainable Approach to Agriculture The world’s population is growing, and with it, the demand for food. Conventional agriculture, however, is facing increasing pressure from climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation. This has led to a growing interest in sustainable agricultural practices, including wetland farming. Wetland farming, also known as paddy rice … Read more
An Atmosphere is a layer of gases surrounding a planet or other material body, that is held in place by the gravity of that body. Many of the planets in this Solar System have atmospheres, but none that we know of have an atmosphere quite like ours – one that can support life. The … Read more
Bali Climate Change Conference: A Turning Point in Global Climate Action The 2007 United Nations Climate Change Conference, commonly known as the Bali Climate Change Conference, marked a pivotal moment in the global fight against climate change. Held in Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, from December 3rd to 15th, 2007, the conference brought together representatives from … Read more
The Greenhouse Effect The greenhouse effect is a natural phenomenon that insulates the Earth . Incoming solar radiations are absorbed and reemitted back from the Earth’s surface as infrared energy, greenhouse gases (GHGs) in the Atmosphere prevent some of this heat from escaping into space, instead reflecting the energy back to further warm the surface. Human … Read more
Climate Change and Its Effects The term climate refers to the general weather conditions of a place over many years. In the United States, for example, Maine’s climate is cold and snowy in winter while South Florida’s is tropical year-round. Climate Change is a significant variation of Average weather conditions—say, conditions becoming warmer, wetter, or … Read more
Environmental Legislation The awareness and consideration for Environment covers several environmental issues such as pollution of water, air and Soil, land degradation, industrialization, Urbanization, depletion of natural Resources etc. Environmental Law plays a very crucial and important role in regulating the use of Natural Resources and in protecting the environment. The success of environmental legislations … Read more
The Silent Killer: A Deep Dive into Acid Rain Acid rain, a term often used casually, represents a serious environmental threat with far-reaching consequences. This phenomenon, characterized by the deposition of acidic components like sulfuric and nitric acids, has been a major concern for decades, impacting ecosystems, infrastructure, and human health. This article delves into … Read more
Concept of Organic Farming, seed certification Organic farming is an alternative agricultural system which originated early in the 20th century in reaction to rapidly changing Farming practices. Organic farming continues to be developed by various organic agriculture organizations today. It relies on Fertilizers of organic origin such as Compost Manure, green manure, and Bone Meal … Read more
Factors Influencing Temperature: A Deep Dive into the Earth’s Thermal Dynamics Temperature, a fundamental aspect of our physical world, governs countless processes, from the formation of weather patterns to the survival of life. Understanding the factors that influence temperature is crucial for comprehending climate change, predicting future weather events, and optimizing various human activities. This … Read more