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World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought ​

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought reminds us all that reversing land degradation is achievable through problem-solving, community involvement and co-operation at all levels.

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World rainforest day

June 22nd marks the World Rainforest Day, dedicated to raising awareness and encouraging action to protect rainforests.

Here at Become Carbon Negative we decided to find out more about this important natural resource...

Sustainable bricks - an eco-friendly building revolution ?

Every year, house building activities cause pollution. But an ingenious idea may help to start the decrease this problem - this hope comes in the form of a lowly brick..

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How environmental is cryptocurrency ?

As an intangible asset you would have thought that mining for cryptocurrency would be negligible in terms of pollution because it is conducted through computers.

Find out more about this issue here...

How environmental is your Smart Meter ?

​Although a Smart Meter may encourage you to use your energy in a more sustainable way, the environmental credentials of the Smart Meter will of course ultimately be dependent on the supply source of the power it is monitoring.

Find out more about just how environmental your Smart Meter really is...

Is deforestation closer to home than you realise ?

HS2 was envisaged as being a cost-effective way of enabling carbon free, fast and easy way of travel. But in fact the negative impacts of this infrastructure project will affect the UK for centuries to come.
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Is your electric vehicle really that environmental ?

Become Carbon Negative examine whether your electric vehicle really is that environmental ?

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How to build a carbon negative business

Being a carbon negative business means not only offsetting the carbon your own company creates but going the extra mile to actively reduce the net total of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere.

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Carbon capture systems vs trees. Which are better ?

In this feature article from Become Carbon Negative we will be discussing and analysing the use of CCUS systems and comparing their effectiveness with the planting of trees in cleaning the atmosphere.

Biodiversity loss

Of the many challenges humanity faces, the loss of biodiversity is one of our greatest crises. Find out more about this issue here...

Costa Rica - Leading the way ?

Find out more about how, and if, Costa Rica are leading the way in environmental change

Deforestation equals extinction

Find out how deforestation is impacting on the worlds wildlife, and why reforestation is beneficial not only for the wildlife but also for the world and its human population.

Why are trees so important to our cities ?

The benefits of having trees within cities are endless, read our latest article to find our more about some of the key benefits

Sustainable construction

Find out more about how the construction industry contributes towards climate change and environmental deterioration

How is overpopulation affecting the climate ?

Find out more about the issue of overpopulation and how it is affecting the climate...

Global ice melt

The Earth’s ice is melting at a record rate.

​Find out more about the alarming ice loss caused by global warming.

Blue Carbon

Research shows that Blue Carbon is up to 10 times more effective in sequestering Carbon from the environment and helping curb global warming.

Read Become Carbon Negative’s latest post to find out more...

Regenerative agriculture

Regenerative Agriculture is a system of farming principles and practices that increases biodiversity, enriches soils, improves watersheds, and enhances ecosystem services. Find out more here...

Natural resource depletion

For centuries Earth has provided us with the resources necessary for our survival, however since the Industrial revolution, we have depleted the natural resources on this planet at an unsustainable rate and Earth is struggling to meet our ever increasing demands.  Find our more here...

Putting pressure on the government

We all make an impact on the world and it’s up to every individual to take responsibility for their carbon emissions. However the government and major corporations hold the power to present us with more sustainable choices. Find out more...

Acid rain

Acid rain affects earth’s vital ecosystems, impacts humans and our materials. Find our more about what acid rain is, and why you should care...

Unsustainable waste

Excess waste creation and waste disposal methods are becoming increasingly dangerous for our planet. Find out more about this issue in our latest feature article...

How going vegan helps the planet

​Following a plant based diet could reduce an individual's carbon
footprint from food by up to 73%. Find out more about how going vegan helps the planet...

Sustainable fashion and beauty brands

We live in a world where people are increasingly becoming aware of the importance of buying sustainable products, but what does sustainability really mean? And is it possible to shop sustainably on a budget?

This article explores some of the brands that are doing their best to save our environment, but whose products will not break the bank

Ways to be environmentally friendly after lockdown

Research shows that whilst tough lockdown measures have resulted in reduced carbon emissions, overall it has barely reversed our overall impact on the environment.

Read Become Carbon Negative’s latest features post to find out ways to move towards a sustainable way of living.

How has Covid-19 impacted the environment ?

Covid-19 has put the world, including business, travel and trade, on pause. What effect is this having on emissions and the environment? Find out more as Become Carbon Negative investigate.

How does tree planting help tackle the climate crisis ?

Research shows that planting trees is an effective way to capture huge amounts of carbon dioxide and tackle the climate crisis. Find out more...

How to reduce the carbon you generate

​Become Carbon Negative examine the small changes you can make to have a big impact on reducing the carbon you generate.

How can we reduce global temperatures ?

There's an increasing chance that worldwide temperatures will exceed the 1.5C threshold over the next five years. Read our latest news post to find out more

How trees are cooling our cities

A well-known phenomenon is how warm our cities are compared to their rural counterparts. Find out more about how trees are the natural way to cool our cities...

Avoiding Fast Fashion

Fashion is considered to be the second most polluting industry in the world. Find out why fast fashion is simply not sustainable.

Ozone Depletion

Ozone depletion has a hugely detrimental impact on both humans and the environment. Find out more about this issue...

​How does the environment create public health issues ?

Environmental problems pose a lot of risks to our health. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 12.6 million people died in 2012 due to working or living in an unhealthy environment. Find out more in this article....

Save the polar ice caps

The melting of the polar ice caps has been a growing concern for many environmental scientists around the world and as the problem worsens, it will have an increasingly negative impact on the environment and on humanity. Find out more...

Ocean Acidification

Nearly one third of our CO2 emissions are absorbed by the ocean; resulting in 525 billion tons of CO2 dissolved in the ocean since the industrial era. Find out more about ocean acidification in this article.

Air pollution - the invisible killer

It's getting harder and harder simply to be able to breathe safely,  hazardous air pollution chokes cities around the world from Sydney to San Francisco to Johannesburg. Find out more...

Extreme heat - here to stay ?

The world is experiencing ever more blistering temperatures. Human-caused global heating, and the current failure to meaningfully cut emissions, means the heat extremes we experience are likely to become more intense and more frequent.

Deforestation

Each year trees are lost equal to an area the size of the Panama. In this article we examine some of the impacts of deforestation.

Soil degradation

Globally, food security depends on whether or not soils are in good condition to produce crops. Find out more about soil degradation...

Overpopulation

​For centuries earth has provided us with the resources and materials for our survival. But it cannot sustain us all for much longer and is fast approaching its capacity. Find out more about overpopulation...

The Nitrogen Cycle

If you reduce nitrogen footprint, you also reduce your carbon footprint. Find out more...
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