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US landfills emit far more methane than previously known

Grist

Amid the commotion, an invisible gas often escapes unnoticed, warming the planet and harming our health: methane. At more than half of the hundreds of garbage dumps surveyed — in the largest assessment yet of such emissions — most of the pollution flowed from leaks, creating concentrated plumes. times, and sometimes as much as 2.7

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UK soils could see step change in carbon sink potential, with proper investment

Envirotec Magazine

Soil acts as a carbon ‘sink’, locking in GHGs that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. Upgrading UK soils, particularly farmland and degraded peatlands, could radically improve their ability to store carbon. Away from farms, the scientists argue strongly that peatlands should be restored to maximise on natural capital.

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Biomass Energy: Pros and Cons Explained

Hydrogen Fuel News

As the quest for sustainable energy intensifies, biomass emerges as a pivotal player in the arena of renewable resources. This exploration into the realm of biomass energy untangles the complexities and delves into its multifaceted nature, uncovering the potential of plant-based and waste-derived materials as alternative sources of power.

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Sustainability Guide for Greenhouses and Nurseries: Getting Started

Green Business Bureau

Other important environmental issues facing this industry are water use and water pollution. Additionally, specifically for greenhouses, they can use an excessive amount of energy to heat outside of planting season which can contribute to pollution. Organic waste in landfills generates methane, a potent greenhouse gas.

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Sustainability Guide for Greenhouses and Nurseries: Getting Started

Green Business Bureau

Other important environmental issues facing this industry are water use and water pollution. Additionally, specifically for greenhouses, they can use an excessive amount of energy to heat outside of planting season which can contribute to pollution. Organic waste in landfills generates methane, a potent greenhouse gas.

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COP27: A quick guide to common terms

Business Green

The curbing of emissions to reduce the concentration of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and methane in the environment. COP is the decision-making body responsible for monitoring and reviewing implementation of the UNFCCC. Energy transition. It is the first to explicitly reference reduction of unabated coal usage.

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Mapped: The Network of Powerful Agribusiness Groups Lobbying to Water Down the EU’s Sustainable Farming Targets

DeSmogBlog

To identify the powerful actors most actively lobbying against these key EU regulations and policies, DeSmog analysed corporate reports, lobbying records, official position papers, responses to public EU consultations, media events, and meetings held with various EU bodies over the past two years. Meet the Industry Trade Groups.