April 28, 2010

Some Important Questions !


1) Why is the earth on 'Ecological Overdraft'



Ans:- 'Ecological Overdraft' is the point on which the human consumption of the earth is based on each year . For the past few years the consumption of human was on the red line . This means that the world's human consumption has been consuming more then the earth is capable to provide and therefore it is an 'Ecological Overdraft' .




2) What do you think 'Carbon Footprint ' means ?




Ans:- It is the amount of carbon dioxide or the total amount of green house gas emissions caused by each individual , product , organization or an area .

April 21, 2010

Environment Protection Agency (E.P.A.)

Environment Protection Agency (E.P.A.) is an American firm who serves all around the world and helps to make aware about the change in the environment . There are lots of other organizations like this all over the world . It have affected a lot since it first started in December 2, 1970 . Today on Earth day they have published their special update about the 'Environment & Human Safety ' .
Green Tip Transcripts :-
1 - Reduce your carbon footprint! Leaving your car at home twice a week can cut greenhouse gas emissions by 1,600 pounds per year. Save up errands and shopping trips so you need to drive fewer times. If you commute to work, ask if you can work from home at least some days, and you'll reduce air pollution and traffic congestion - and save money.Play the podcast (MP3, 724KB, runtime 0:44) Reduce greenhouse gases on the road.
2 - Protect yourself from sun overexposure! In summer, always apply sun block SPF 15 or more to protect your skin from solar UV radiation. Just five or more sunburns can really increase your risk of developing skin cancer. The sun's rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. so at the times, seek shade or wear protective clothing such as a long-sleeved shirt.Play the podcast (MP3, 828KB, runtime 0:51) Sign up to get free UV alerts.
3 - Don't idle! Remind your school system to turn off bus engines when buses are parked. Exhaust from idling school buses can pollute air in and around the bus, and can enter school buildings through air intakes, doors, and open windows. Constant idling also wastes fuel and money, and school bus engines really need only a few minutes to warm up.Play the podcast (MP3, 693KB, runtime 0:42) More about reducing engine idling.
4 - Heading to the beach? Check out the beach water before you go! We Americans take almost two billion trips to the beach every year, but people who swim at the beach sometimes get sick because the water is polluted. The good news is in the state where the beach is located, you can check with the state office to find out about the beach water - before you go.Play the podcast (MP3, 730KB, runtime 0:45) Beach water quality where you live.
5 - Make it a full load! Run your dishwasher only when it's full. Don't pre-rinse dishes - tests show pre-rinsing doesn't improve dishwasher cleaning, and you'll save as much as 20 gallons of water per load. When you buy a new dishwasher, look for one that saves water. Water-efficient models use only about only about 4 gallons per wash.Play the podcast (MP3, 647KB, runtime 0:39) More about using water wisely.


They have evan more Environment safety rules . But I have just noted down the top five awarnesses . If you want to see more of them then you ca go to their website in :- WWW.environmentprotectionagency.ik/awareness

April 20, 2010

11TH Hour - 'The Documentry'

Another documentry about Global-Warming . But , unlike Baraka this is narrated and is more descriptive with some of the leading International Eco-Friendly People . But , the message is still the same for both of the movies , their objective is clear that is Global Warming !! Once again we need to remember that this is our world and we need to stand up for our mistakes . It is up to us to save our planet and make it a safe world to live in for the coming generations .

"Baraka" A powerful display about the Earth


This movie is a very good show about the earth and it's Living Organisms . This movie conveys a very important message that the earth is actually infected and infected because of it's own living organisms . "Baraka" means blessing in Judaism . The movie first starts with a display of rural , religious people and slowly it moves to the urban , industrialized side of the world . It also shows the variance in population from rural to urban , and a display of mankind's elements of destruction .