Ibrahim Hashim

Surging Glaciers in Northern Pakistan

Northern Pakistan is home to more than 7000 glaciers. In fact, Pakistan is the only country with the most glaciers outside of the polar region. These large ice masses made up of compressed snow are what have been providing fresh water to several villages nearby. Glaciers’ melt-water also provides continuous water to the Indus river,Continue reading “Surging Glaciers in Northern Pakistan”

Is Circular Economy the Solution?

In the midst of an existential threat like climate change, we need to generate multiple solutions that could lessen the impact or even heal the issue. We can no longer go on doing business as usual thinking that nature will fix itself. Climate change is a man made problem that will require man made solutions.Continue reading “Is Circular Economy the Solution?”

Wildfires in Australia

Flames reaching 70 meters into the air. A billion animals dying or about to die in the following weeks. The Guardian describes the Australian bush fires as an “environmental tragedy”. Australia has experienced its hottest year on record. More specifically, the months of September, October and November were the worst with the regards to highestContinue reading “Wildfires in Australia”

Global Efforts to Reduce Climate Change

Since the industrial revolution, countries around the world have been emitting carbon dioxide at a massive rate. The rate at which greenhouse gases are emitted is rising each year. It is also estimated that the rate of increase will be the highest ever in 2019. Greenhouse gases have caused the global temperature to rise leadingContinue reading “Global Efforts to Reduce Climate Change”

Governments are Now Involved in Climate Change like Never Before

Individual conservation efforts can only be successful if groups and organizations are formed. In other words, no one alone can solve the world’s climate change problem. We need to work together. We need to take action on a larger scale. We need to attract the attention of large businesses and more importantly, the government. MoreContinue reading “Governments are Now Involved in Climate Change like Never Before”

The First Step Towards a Carbon Zero Future

We all begin a goal with some initial motivation. Whether we want to run a 5K or read a book each week, all of us have to take that first step. The same concept applies to becoming carbon neutral. Whether an entity will plant trees or reduce their carbon footprint, becoming carbon neutral requires anContinue reading “The First Step Towards a Carbon Zero Future”

Companies and Governments Need to Become Carbon Neutral

Major companies need to reduce carbon emissions or become carbon neutral to make the planet sustainable. — Staff writer An excess of carbon dioxide along with other greenhouse gases is harming our atmosphere. This phenomenon is known as global climate change. The effects of climate change include stronger storms, more forest fires and more droughts.Continue reading “Companies and Governments Need to Become Carbon Neutral”