Sustainable development blog : ecology and humanitarian aid

Surveying 15 economic zones and 48 craft villages, the National Assembly Standing Committee’s supervisory group has warned of seriously environmental pollution caused by a wrong policy, which aims for raising budget revenue, but neglecting consequences.

A polluted river in Bac Ninh province.

According to the supervisory group, environmental pollution at trade villages is “alarming”. However, it is difficult to deal with this situation since all provinces are running after the goal of increasing budget revenue and economic growth. Read more »

Considering the increasing threat of global warming, you have to comprehend the significance of taking good care of planet earth, along with its precious resources. An easy way to become environmentally-friendly is to buy from firms that try to reduce their carbon footprint when

Biofuel, based on fuel derived from organic biomass from recently living animals or plants or their byproducts, has transformed from a niche alternative to fossil fuels (e.g., gasoline, diesel) to become a booming industry. Driven by a unique cocktail of energy security fears, rising oil prices, low barriers to entry, and government support, the biofuels sector has taken off over the past ten years. Any liquid that stores energy, which is typically utilized by an engine or generator, can be called a “fuel.” The term “biofuels” encompasses a wide range of fuels, including vegetable oils, animal fats, ethanol, biodiesel (any oil or fat that undergoes transesterification to more closely resemble mineral-based fuel), and synfuel (fuel made from gasified organic matter, then

From aluminum soda cans and glass jars to old newspapers and rolled-up magazines, the most commonly recycled materials are household products and everyday items no longer of any use. Recycling not only transforms waste into valuable resources, but also benefits the environment on both a local and global level. The effort saves energy, prevents pollution, decreases greenhouse gases and conserves natural resources.

1. Aluminum Cans

In the United States, used aluminum beverage cans are the most recycled item, but other types of aluminum are just as worthy. Siding, gutters, car components, storm window frames and lawn furniture are often overlooked recyclable items. Recycling one aluminum can saves the equivalent of a ½ gallon of gasoline or enough energy to watch television for 3 hours. Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a TV for Read more »

When nature goes out of control....