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This document outlines actions that can be taken at the local, regional, and national levels to address climate change. It recommends steps individuals can take to mitigate climate change impacts locally, such as rainwater harvesting, using solar panels, practicing composting, planting trees, and choosing more sustainable transportation. At the regional level, it suggests cities mandate practices like rainwater harvesting in buildings and improve public transit. Nationally and globally, the document calls for supporting renewable energy, carbon capture technologies, carbon pricing, and policies to adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change.
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A massive chunk of ice the size of nine Manhattans broke off from the Wilkins Peninsula in West Antarctica in March. This event will not trigger sea level rise because the ice was already floating in the ocean. However, it greatly troubles scientists because it removes a buffer that could trigger feedback loops affecting albedo, water temperature, ocean circulation patterns, and accelerate sea level rise.009 Eco-island: The hub of a sustainable future鏤
009 Eco-island: The hub of a sustainable future鏤djhutch
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Presentation given by David Green (Ecoisland Partnership CiC) at UPEN workshop - Climate change and the Solent: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities.EU DG Climate Action Initiative
EU DG Climate Action Initiativeclimasouth
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The document discusses climate resilience projects in several countries. It provides the following key points:
1. The SEARCH project works in 5 countries to develop frameworks for climate resilience planning at the local level. It establishes national, sub-national, and community platforms to identify vulnerabilities and adaptation strategies.
2. Case studies of the project in Jordan and Morocco show communities face increasing temperatures, less rainfall, and more extreme weather. Pilot projects assess impacts and develop initial adaptation plans focusing on agriculture, water, and the environment.
3. The project aims to link adaptation, low emissions development, and economic benefits through participatory approaches. Success is shown through increased water efficiency, use of renewable energy, and reduced carbonMark Reed 
Mark Reed RebeccaSlack
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This document introduces a workshop on valuing and paying for ecosystem services using peatlands as a case study. The workshop aims to exchange ideas from ongoing research initiatives to inform government and business on opportunities for payments for ecosystem services (PES). PES could help spread the costs of producing clean water by creating markets for services like carbon sequestration, biodiversity, and visitor benefits provided by peatland restoration. The document discusses bundling various ecosystem services and potential markets for services such as water quality regulation, climate regulation, wildfire risk reduction, and cultural services from peatlands.How to Make Your Farm Carbon Neutral & Teach About It
How to Make Your Farm Carbon Neutral & Teach About ItFarm-Based Education Network
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Based on the example of Appleton Farms, Americas oldest working farm and a commercial- scale vegetable and dairy operation, we will present the farms detailed carbon-counting model, review the specific measures used to eliminate its carbon footprint and then facilitate an interactive discussion on ways to engage the public in sustainability.Green Step Marshall City Council Presentation
Green Step Marshall City Council PresentationJohn Shepard, AICP
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Marshall GreenStep City Advisory Committee presentation to City Council. PPTX developed by Erin Raveling @ Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce and delivered by Sharon Root @ Lyon County Environmental OfficeParticipate in environmentally sustainable work practices BSBSUS201 - Powerpo...
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices BSBSUS201 - Powerpo...JuanPulgarn3
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This document discusses participating in environmentally sustainable work practices. It covers a range of topics related to sustainability including the environmental issues at the earth, national and local levels. Specific issues that businesses can impact like electricity use, climate change, waste production, and packaging are discussed. The need to measure resource use and reduce environmental hazards is also covered. Activities are included throughout to engage the reader in applying the concepts to their own work or industry.Green house effect
Green house effectMamataDhakal3
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This slide contains the information about greenhouse effects, green house gases, steps of greenhouse effects its causes, and management. Act now to turn down the heat
- 1. TURN DOWN THE HEAT Act locally, lobby regionally & advocate nationally to control Climate Change
- 2. Climate Change / Global Warming Target Audience: 136 Rotary Clubs in Pune District with over 5000 members - Powerpoint Presentations, website & group emails & social media Public Awareness, Understanding, Perception to act at local (action), regional & national (advocacy, lobby & pressure groups, political & social) levels
- 3. FACTS: CO2 400ppm, Temp up 1.4F
- 4. FACTS: Sea levels up 20cm, Intense storms, droughts, fires, floods, heat storms
- 5. Mitigate: Act locally 1. Install Rainwater Harvesting to recharge borewells, water tables & fresh water storage 2. Install Solar Panels for heating water 3. Practice vermi composting of organic waste 4. Plant & sustain trees wherever possible 5. Buy efficient electric appliances & LED bulbs 6. Use bicycles or walk for short local errands 7. Buy local groceries, goods & seasonal fruits 8. Use public transport or carpool if possible
- 6. Examples of RWH & Solar Heating
- 7. Examples of Compost & Tree Planting
- 8. Examples of cycle & bus lanes
- 9. MITIGATE: Act & Lobby Regionally 1. City Corporations regulate building codes to make rain-water harvesting, solar heating, vermicomposting mandatory 2. Encourage energy efficient building codes 3. Improve public transportation to discourage vehicular traffic 4. Encourage Happy Streets no vehicle zones on weekends for extended periods
- 10. Examples of RWH/Solar in buildings
- 11. Public Transport / Happy Streets
- 12. MITIGATE: Act & Advocate Nationally & Globally 1. Encourage use of alternate renewable clean energy like wind, solar, geothermal, biofuels etc 2. Encourage gas usage in coal power plants with carbon capture & sequestration (CCS) 3. Set Carbon & CO2 Tax plus Cap & Trade (Emissions) 4. Encourage technology for efficiency, adaptation & solutions to energy problems 5. Nuclear power plants to replace coal fired power plants 6. Connect rivers to build water reserves in India due to seasonal monsoon rains (mitigate floods/drought)
- 13. Examples of wind & geothermal power
- 14. Examples of CCS & Emission Control
- 15. Examples of bio-fuels & Nuclear Power
- 16. Remember to Recycle, Reduce Waste, Renew & Conserve Thank you for your time - Rtn Sandesh Savant 91 98220 91102 sandeshsavant@rediffmail. com ACT NOW TO TURN DOWN THE HEAT