Renewable energy in Scotland

Our junior ambassador Brooke Castree has written a piece on the forms of renewable energy that could power Scotland, read below to find out more. The 4 energy sources I chose to power Scotland are wind and wave energy because they are both renewable and once built they run on a low cost. My final… Continue reading Renewable energy in Scotland

Climate Change: A Timeline

The climate has always been changing, however, in the history of human civilization, the current changes that we’re experiencing are particularly alarming. Primarily because the climate has never changed this rapidly. Below we present a timeline of events that highlight the major changes in the climate, and the resulting actions that have been undertaken. 1800s… Continue reading Climate Change: A Timeline

10 steps to solve our Climate Crisis by Neil Kitching

Neil Kitching is a geographer, former accountant and now works as an Energy Specialist for Scottish Enterprise. He recently published his first book, Carbon Choices, on the common-sense solutions to our climate and nature crises. Here Neil outlines his ten ‘building blocks’ which society needs to put in place to tackle climate change. Have you ever… Continue reading 10 steps to solve our Climate Crisis by Neil Kitching

Taking the Government to Court: Paid to Pollute

Have you heard of the Paid to Pollute case? Earlier this year, the High Court gave the go-ahead to a case that could end the production of oil and gas that relies on generous public subsidies. The campaigners have presented the UK government with a legal challenge over their support of North Sea oil and… Continue reading Taking the Government to Court: Paid to Pollute

What Impact Have Extinction Rebellion had?

Who is Extinction Rebellion (XR)? Extinction Rebellion is an international movement using non-violent civil disobedience to minimise the risk of social collapse and halt mass extinction. They want to highlight the current environmental crisis we are experiencing. Life itself is under threat, and they are collectively using their voices to raise awareness of the possibility… Continue reading What Impact Have Extinction Rebellion had?

Are record-shattering heat waves and wildfires the new normal?

We have all seen the devasting recent headlines of the unprecedented heatwave scorching western Canada and the US to wildfires blazing over Europe. However, we can expect such events to be more common as the world continues to heat up due to climate change. According to scientists, recent heatwaves would have been 150 times less… Continue reading Are record-shattering heat waves and wildfires the new normal?

The Environmental Impact of COVID-19

The global outbreak of COVID-19 is affecting every aspect of human lives, especially the physical world. The worldwide measures taken to control the spread of the virus and reduction in economic activities has significantly affected the environment. The pandemic has brought a diversity of positive and negative impacts. Positive effects Air quality Let’s start with… Continue reading The Environmental Impact of COVID-19

Firebrand Promotions – The journey to becoming Carbon Net Zero

Firebrand Promotions have agreed a strategic partnership with Climate Wise. Climate Wise will take Firebrand on the educational yet important journey to become a Carbon Net Zero company via offset. Sustainability is growing in importance to many of Firebrand’s key clients. Firebrand recognises that helping the environment is crucial and have been making positive changes… Continue reading Firebrand Promotions – The journey to becoming Carbon Net Zero

How Bad Really is the Plastic Problem?

Endless Plastic Due to its versatile and durable nature, plastic is endlessly useful. Its versatility and indestructibility are practically unmatched compared to other synthetic materials. However, the previously revolutionary plastic is increasingly threatening the natural world and filling our oceans, posing a threat to marine life. Since the development of plastic in 1907, humans have… Continue reading How Bad Really is the Plastic Problem?

How Will Climate Change Impact Insect Populations?

Climate change and insects Climate change is impacting the natural world and the species encompassed within it in many ways. All species will be impacted by climate change, some greater than others. We have already witnessed the effects of anthropogenic-induced climate change as habitat loss has driven species to extinction. When thinking of species impacted… Continue reading How Will Climate Change Impact Insect Populations?

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