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IT Impact and Challenges on Climate Change, Environmental Protection , Biodiversity , urbanization, Agriculture , etc. IT (Information Technology) has a multifaceted impact on various aspects of our lives, including climate change, environmental protection, biodiversity, urbanization, agriculture, and more. Here's a detailed dissection of the impact and challenges: Climate Change: - Impact: IT can help reduce carbon emissions through virtualization, remote work, and digitalization. - Challenges: Data centers and e-waste contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Environmental Protection: - Impact: IT enables monitoring and management of environmental resources, like deforestation tracking and pollution sensors. - Challenges: E-waste and energy consumption. Biodiversity: - Impact: IT supports conservation efforts through data analysis, genetic research, and monitoring. - Challenges: Habitat destruction and species extinction. Urbanization: - Impact: IT facilitates smart cities, efficient transportation, and infrastructure management. - Challenges: Overcrowding, resource strain, and social inequality. Agriculture: - Impact: IT enhances precision farming, crop monitoring, and supply chain management. - Challenges: Water usage, land degradation, and genetic modification concerns. Additional aspects: - Water Management: IT supports efficient use and distribution. - Energy: IT enables renewable energy sources and smart grids. - Transportation: IT optimizes routes, reduces emissions, and promotes electric vehicles. - Education and Awareness: IT raises awareness about environmental issues and promotes sustainability. Overall, IT has the potential to significantly mitigate the challenges faced by our planet, but it's crucial to address the negative consequences and ensure responsible usage. #IT #Impact #Climatechange #Biodiversity #Agriculture #urban #Environment

Conference News: The 40th International Symposium on Remote Sensing of Environment (ISRSE-40), taking place 17-21 March 2025, has opened its call for papers. Under the title of ‘Synergy in Sight: Harnessing #EarthObservation for #Sustainable Development’, the symposium is looking for applications under the key themes of: #ClimateChange and Environmental Monitoring Sustainable #Agriculture and Food Security (Agroeconomy Focus) Resilient #Urban and Infrastructure Systems Innovative #EO Technologies Sustainable Land and #Marine Resource Management Carbon Sequestration and #Renewable Energy Interdisciplinary and Cross-Sectoral Collaboration EO for adaption and mitigation For more information on how to submit your work, visit the conference website: https://lnkd.in/ecG7a4ng Closing date is Thursday 9 January 2025, midnight GMT.

Our latest research demonstrates that simple management practices, such as fencing off farm dams, can reduce methane emissions by over 70% across seasons and improve water quality. Utilizing carbon and biodiversity credits to finance these improvements can lead to scalable benefits, including higher farm productivity, enhanced biodiversity, and significant emissions reductions. This study offers valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners in reducing greenhouse gases and promoting environmental sustainability. 🌿💼

The ocean has long taken the brunt of the impacts of human-made global warming, says United Nations Climate Change. As the planet’s greatest carbon sink, the ocean absorbs excess heat and energy released from rising greenhouse gas emissions trapped in the Earth’s system. Today, the ocean has absorbed about 90 percent of the heat generated by rising emissions.  As the excessive heat and energy warms the ocean, the change in temperature leads to unparalleled cascading effects, including ice-melting, sea-level rise, marine heatwaves, and ocean acidification. (United Nations Climate Action https://lnkd.in/eZmEHM5h.) Beautifully told story ReTV #globaleconomy #sustainableinvesting #gasemissions #carbonsink #marineheatwaves

🌍🔬 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀! 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗱𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. Led by Dr Omosalewa Odebiri, we found that fencing off farm dams reduces methane emissions by over 70% but also improves water quality with lower nitrogen-phosphorous levels and improved dissolved oxygen. Using our innovative mobile sensors called ‘Pondi’, we monitored greenhouse gases continuously, providing insights into seasonal impacts. This method offers a scalable solution to monitor and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from one of the overlooked sources—farm dams. 💡📊Simple management changes like fencing can make farm dams sustainable, informing global strategies and local practices to combat climate change. 👩🔬🌾Our study highlights the importance of including farm dams in national carbon accounting and offers actionable strategies for environmental and economic benefits. Paper: (https://lnkd.in/gjnwS_eg) #Sustainability #ClimateAction #MethaneReduction #FarmDams #LivestockManagement #CarbonBudget  Omosalewa Odebiri I Jake Archbold I Joshua Glen I Peter Macreadie I Martino E. Malerba I Deakin Research

Our latest study reveals MASSIVE reductions in methane emissions—over 70%! 🚜💧 Key Takeaway: carbon/biodiversity credits to finance farm dam improvements could lead to scalable benefits, including higher farm productivity, enhanced biodiversity, and significant emissions reductions. 🌿💼 Australia is poised to lead the way in this groundbreaking initiative. 🇦🇺

#4 The Paradox of Progress One of the most complex aspects of human influence on ecology is the paradox of progress. Technological advancement has undeniably improved the quality of life for billions of people, providing medicine, food, transportation, and access to information. Yet this same progress often comes at a cost to the environment. The challenge lies in reconciling human development with ecological preservation—a balance that remains elusive but vital. Green technologies and sustainable development offer hope. Innovations like renewable energy, electric vehicles, and sustainable agriculture demonstrate that humans have the capacity to live in harmony with nature, but only if we collectively commit to systemic change. In recent years, global agreements such as the Paris Climate Accord have aimed to curb the worst effects of human activity on the environment, signaling a shift toward a more conscious and responsible approach to growth. #BetterEducationForMauritania #pionniers_du_changement #LeColibriMauritanien

The ocean plays an essential role in regulating our environment. This natural #carbonsink already absorbs around 30% of our annual emissions, and one company has found a way to boost this capacity even further 🌊 LA-based Equatic.tech's groundbreaking process accelerates the ocean's carbon cycles. At scale, this could prove to be a game-changer in addressing the climate and biodiversity crisis. Equatic's first full-sized plant, in development for 2026, is set to eliminate 300 tonnes of CO2 and produce 10 tonnes of green hydrogen daily. Gaurav N. Sant | Erika La Plante | Todd Kirschner | UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science

I was pleased to attend the first session entitled Prospects for Environmental Sustainability in Light of Climate Change and Renewable Energy Production With Dr. Wissam Ahmed Al-Madhoun The following main topics were discussed - Discussion of sustainable development goals - The role of youth in preserving the environment - Environmental challenges threatening sustainable development - The shift towards a sustainable pattern in production and consumption - Employing artificial intelligence to serve sustainable development - Circular or green economy Environmental degradation and damage caused by pollution - Attracting and involving youth in the pioneering agricultural sector Finally, environmental impact assessment #National_Forum_for_Environment_and_Sustainable_Development #Climate_Change_in_Yemen #Hodeidah_A_Disaster_City

For BeAble Capital, #SustainableDevelopmentGoals are a priority, and all the technologies in which we invest contribute to solving some of these challenges. Only #science holds the key to solving serious problems such as climate change, material scarcity, responsible water use or more sustainable agriculture. This is also something declared by the United Nations, which has clearly stated that only through science can the Sustainable Development Goals be achieved. #DeepScience #SustainableInvestments #ScienceEquity