With climate change emerging as an urgent global issue, transportation emissions remain a critical contributor to the crisis. Among the various modes of travel, aviation stands out as one of the most carbon-intensive, accounting for roughly 12% of transport-related CO₂ emissions worldwide [1]. In stark contrast, rail travel contributes just 1% of total transport emissions [1], … [Read more...] about Advocating for A Campaign of World Inland Flight-Free Fridays
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Quadruple Planetary Crises
Earth is the only planet we can live on. It is our home. In recent years, our world is facing major environmental challenges and global crises, mainly caused by human activities. This video gives an overview of these planetary crises. Before 1804, the world population was less than 1 billion people. It took more than one hundred and twenty years to double to 2 billion by … [Read more...] about Quadruple Planetary Crises
Overview of Planetary Crises and Earth Day Advocacy
Earth is our home, and the only planet we can live on. In recent years, our world is facing major environmental challenges and global crises, mainly caused by human activities. This video aims to provide an overview of these planetary crises and the history of International Mother Earth Day, with an emphasis on its prominent yearly themes and key advocacy. Earth is our … [Read more...] about Overview of Planetary Crises and Earth Day Advocacy
Glasgow Climate Pact: An Agreement on Key Actions to Address Air Pollution
On November 13, 2021, a new global agreement - the Glasgow Climate Pact - was reached at the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The conference was held in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, from October 31 to November 13, 2021. The COP26 summit, which was delayed due to COVID-19, is … [Read more...] about Glasgow Climate Pact: An Agreement on Key Actions to Address Air Pollution
Key Facts and Statistics about the Impact of Air Pollution
Air pollution is a major public health problem because of its negative impact on health. To facilitate easy understanding, some key facts and statistics about the impact of air pollution on human health, extracted from relevant reports, are compiled at the following: General Air pollution is a significant risk factor for several pollution-related diseases, including … [Read more...] about Key Facts and Statistics about the Impact of Air Pollution