A new study published earlier this year shows the potential for production of graphene to be scaled up to reduce emissions related to concrete production.

BlackRock’s grand exit from coal has caused ripples across the financial industry as other banks follow suit, accelerating the flight of capital from coal. However, as times change, many believe that oil and gas companies may play another role—one where they are the suppliers of the green energy. It will remain a major crossroads for these companies as the stakes rise.

While emissions dropped in the US, Europe, and Japan due to usage of wind and solar power, rising emissions in other Asian economies offset these gains and increase global emissions.

Some food for thought for activists

As many begin to experience the traumatic effects of climate change or experience climate anxiety, most notably in Australia and the Pacific, we should consider the demand for psychological support. One way of coping with climate anxiety is by taking action. A letter to the Guardian, supported by over 1,000 doctors, professionals, and eminent public figures, calls for civil disobedience and protests not unlike the famous school strikes organized by Greta Thunberg, claiming that this climate crisis also poses immense health risks to people worldwide.