Environmental awareness means understanding how we humans impact the environment and thus interact with various ecosystems. This interaction between humans and the environment can happen on multiple scales. Here, the term environmental awareness is used to describe the consciousness of people who perceive climate change as a threat and are willing to take climate action. …
Supply chains affect you in many parts of your everyday life. The jumper you wear, the mobile phone you use, the avocado you might eat – they all come wholly or partly from other parts of the world and are brought to Europe through long and complicated supply chains. However, there is a fundamental problem …
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Climate activism has been an intensely debated topic recently. Critics argue that climate activists do not pick the right methods to fight climate change. Some mention that it isn´t helpful to throw soup at Van Gogh’s art or to perform sitting blockades on the street. Others object, that radical forms of climate activism harm the …
In times of climate change and increasing energy demand, energy efficiency is becoming increasingly important. Using energy efficiently can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and water use, among other environmental benefits. In addition, it can maintain stable electricity prices and reduce overall electricity demand. 1 The energy sector offers numerous technologies and methods to enhance efficiency. …
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When discussing the incorporation of renewable energy into the electricity mix, critics frequently mention the intermittency of renewable energy. What are they talking about? The term intermittency refers to the fact that renewable energy sources, such as solar or wind power, produce energy only when the sun shines or the wind blows. Therefore, it is …
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Renewable Energies play a crucial role in designing a sustainable future. As a clean energy source, renewables are essential to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate climate change. With these green energy sources, we can increase a community´s economic development and local energy independence. 1 The last decades have shown an increase in energy consumption and …
During my time in Yucatan Mexico, I´ve experienced some of the richness of cenotes in this area. At first, I didn´t really understand the meaning of this term, I used to simply call them holes in the ground until some people from the hostel pointed out that I was talking about cenotes. Beyond being a …
The film “Kiss the Ground” has put the importance of soil health back on the agenda. A quick round-up for those of you who haven´t watched it: The movie draws an optimistic picture that the soil’s ability to sequester carbon could help to mitigate the effects of climate change. After watching, I asked myself: Is …
Coral reefs are one of the most diverse and important ecosystems on our planet, providing numerous ecosystem services and serving as a home to a wide range of biodiversity. In my previous article, I explored the significance of coral reefs and how they are constructed. Although my main goal with this blog is to highlight …
A new world awaits you once you put on your diving goggles, insert the snorkel into your mouth, and dive underwater. I had many opportunities to explore this mysterious place while living in the Caribbean for a half year. Coral reefs, with their vibrant colours and diverse fish, have always struck me as particularly beautiful. …
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