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Our world is facing a huge crisis today in the form of global warming. Though most recognize that it is a bomb ticking away and awaiting to explode, few of us actually make an effort to change this dangerous trend. Lots of research and methods are being discovered and discussed but very few concrete steps have been taken yet. The major culprit is the industries that contribute maximum carbon dioxide and other dangerous gases to the environment. Although it is imperative that each of us do something to reduce our carbon footprint on earth, the industries and huge factories in the developing worlds should be forced to take up real concrete methods of curtailing pollution. With rising population, the...

Ultrasound utilizes high-frequency sound waves to generate detailed images of organs and systems within the human body. These images are significant in the diagnostic assessment of medical conditions. Although many people commonly associate ultrasound with fetal viewing/obstetrics, there are many different modalities of ultrasound such as vascular, abdominal and small parts, and gynecology. An ultrasound technologist (sonographer) is specialized in one or more areas of ultrasound. The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) enables sonographers to register their specialization. As technological advancements are made throughout the healthcare industry, ultrasound has an advancing...

Respiratory alkalosis will be the mild temporary condition or even the chronic disorder because of illness. It will involve the excessive alkalinity in your body; it means that the blood pH of the person will be elevated above the regular levels as the carbon dioxide levels will be reduced. Here is more information for you. By reading the following information, you will understand the definition of this respiratory. This is really important for you since the health of your family will be the first priority of your life. By understanding many kinds of the disease that will be danger for your family, you can prevent of being suffering from those diseases. You can also find information that is related...

While it is easy to become intimidated by the prospect of global warming, following that path is unlikely to bear any fruit. There are many areas of your life in which small changes will make a dramatic difference. You can help stop global warming and be a part of the solution - start by informing yourself about those small changes. Two Basic Paper Recycling Facts If you want to help prevent global warming, then you should become aware of where your paper comes from. Think about the paper towels in your kitchen, the Kleenex on your table or the toilet paper in your bathroom. Reports Laurie David in Stop Global Warming: The Solution Is You!, many of the everyday tissue paper products we use, like...

If you want to help stop global warming, then you should become aware of some basic paper recycling facts so you can choose the best options for your paper consumption. It is easy to become depressed and feel helpless at the thought of global warming as it often seems like everything you do is at least an indirect cause of it. Fortunately, there are many ways you can easily help stop global warming and become empowered by making small changes in your life. Two Basic Paper Recycling Facts If you want to help prevent global warming, then you should become aware of where your paper comes from. Think about the paper towels in your kitchen, the Kleenex on your table or the toilet paper in your bathroom...

Skincare is vitally important to all of us, especially with the increasing dangers from global warming, pollution and modified and preserved foods. Amalaki is one of those amazing treasures that has remained almost a secret amongst Indian women when it comes to skincare. Thousands of years of natural beauty and good skin have been all thanks to this Himalayan berry. The amalaki or native Indian gooseberry has been hailed in ancient texts and even by modern holistic experts as a food of the Gods, growing wildly in deciduous areas where there is little pollution to destroy the berries' goodness. Indian women have known its secrets and are a testament to its super powers over the health of beautiful...

How out of balance are we and our earthly home? The elders from many tribes around the world meet together, seeking a way forward, a blessing way, to return balance to our planet. What can we receive from them? What are we going to give the next seven generations? The elders ask if we have a beautiful gift to give? I am worried as I look around and listen to the voices and actions in our society. Whether we consider global warming, pollution, burst oil wells worldwide, spent resources, etc. We are at a nasty crossroad. My way of coping is to turn to prayer and scripture: Beloved Creator guide us in safe ways to restore your creation. Help us to turn from the attitudes and practices which are...

Often times the diesel engine truck is used to haul very heavy items, opting to pick a diesel engine will not only benefit for the heavy load, but it will also help with the miles per gallon (mpg). Diesel truck mpg is much better than that of gasoline engines. While regular unleaded gasoline runs more smoothly and is easier to find, the engine that runs on diesel fuel should still be considered when buying a new truck. If a consumer is in the market for a new truck and they need to haul heavy loads regularly, that person should probably stick with diesel. Since diesel trucks can get better mileage (for they are built to go 250,000 miles more) they are ideal for heavy loads and many trips back and...

Living off-grid may soon become a reality to many people. If you have been reading or watching the news, you should be fully aware that our world is in the middle of a fuel crisis. Our oil reserves are depleting at alarming rates and the supplies are not able to meet the growing demands. Sadly, if we do not take any drastic measures, we are heading towards an imminent outcome, a complete wipe-out in world fuel supplies. As individuals, we can participate in stopping this from happening by living off the grid. By not relying on utility companies to supply us with the electricity to run our homes, we are doing our part to protect our environment, slow down the depletion of fossil fuels, and saving...

One of the greatest ignorance and misconceptions of all times is that of human origin. This misconception has graduated into the present human degradation, degeneration and depravation evident in our world today. I am not interested in the different arguments with respect to human origin; but I am concerned with bringing sanity into our insanity and order in our present confusion. The quality in every civilization is relative to the quality in human life and operation. Every society or nation rises or falls on the human civilization of that society or nation. Thus, in our quest for making a better world, we must focus on making better humans. This has to begin with the investigation into the source...

Our Contribution Towards the Environment We Owe No matter what era was that or what time would it be, environment was important and would remain important for human lives on earth till eternity. When man evolved on earth, we had an enriched environment blessed with wide range of flora and fauna in it. However, gradually the human being started developing and one from becoming a full-fledged intellectual man from a early man they forgot their duties towards the mother earth. We to make our lives easier and luxurious forgot that we are harming the mother earth and environment very drastically. And when we have reached the alarming condition of global warming we are realizing the importance of a...

I believe that the greatest invention of the last century has been the creation of the computer. The computer has enabled the world to explore more places, create better inventions, solve more mysteries and changed the world as we once knew it. To me, this invention has accelerated our learning well beyond what we could have done without it. The computer has helped us tremendously since its creation and will only improve our quality of life, our understanding of our environment and our economy. Our quality of life will only improve with computers because they can help us with more accurate predictions in health, weather, environmental impact and discovery of our planet. Without it, we would not have...

There is a type of happiness we experience when; all the work is done, there are no calls to return, no one needs your time, there is more than enough money in the bank to pay the bills, you are in great physical shape and at your ideal weight, you've had a great night's sleep, the house is clean, and everyone you are in relationship with recognizes what an incredible person you are, and you have solved global hunger and put an end to global warming, pollution and war. Needless to say, this type of externally dependent happiness is rare and fleeting. There is another type of happiness that is independent of the circumstances of your life. All the great teachers taught that this type of happiness is...

The greatest concern that plagues any nation today is the issue of Global warming. Pollution has led to environmental degradation causing widespread climatic changes and also resulting in various health hazards. It is not only the various governments of the different countries but also the business houses and the companies who are spending time and money to bring about radical changes in development of sustainable, renewable and alternative sources of energy. It is here, that the power generated from wind energy has emerged as one of the fastest growing renewable energy technologies. Wind power energy is one of the most viable options amongst the various renewable energy technologies today. Wind...

Talk to anyone who regularly gardens and you will probably hear a recurring theme: gardening is psychologically and emotionally therapeutic. Though most gardeners will not come right out and state this fact, it is apparent in the way they feel about gardening, and how happy they are with the fruits of their labours. Gardening is an activity that produces results – goals are set and then clearly reached. In other words, you have something to show for your efforts. When you garden, you are nurturing living things and bringing beauty or nourishment into the world. In this hectic technology-based world, gardening is a return to a more simple way of life. When you garden, you work with the earth and...

Al Gore spoke at the Democratic National Convention and he made several references to the environment and clean renewable energy. He made reference to the fact that the current regime (and I must call it a 'regime') has not made even a small effort to move forward in time and start looking for alternatives to fossil fuel. This is not something we should pursue, it is something we must pursue for our sakes and our children's sake. Our sitting president is an oil man, from an oil family. He is putting his own fortunes ahead of our futures. We, the taxpayers of the United States are subsidizing the fossil fuel industry at a rate of over two hundred billion dollars per year. The fossil fuel subsidies...

The US government must continue to back the expansion of the role of alternative energy research and development and its implementation by companies and homeowners. Although this writer believes in the reign of the free market and that "that government is best which governs least", our current system has companies and people expecting federal backing of major initiative with direct investment, in the form of tax breaks, rebate incentives, and even direct central bank investment into the alternative energy industry. The US and its citizenry need to invest all of the time and energy that they can spare to the conversion from a fossil fuel burning society to one that is green for several different...

Many people are now getting frustrated with their usual gas-guzzling conventional car because of the constant increase in fuel prices. Because of this, more and more people are looking for alternative modes of travel. Some people with cars are now leaving it on the garage and walks from home to work almost everyday to conserve fuel and some are taking the subways, and other transportation services that exist in order to save money. However, there are some people who simply just need their car for their work. Because of this, many of this people are now considering selling their old conventional gas-guzzling cars and purchase a new kind of car that can cut fuel consumption by half. These new line of...

Growing the successful garden is a rewarding experience and knowing all of the gardening basics is essential to the neophyte gardener if they indeed, desire a successful garden.  Whether one is growing a fruit and vegetable garden, an herbal garden, or a beautiful flower garden, they will need to know how to properly seed, feed, and nurture the garden they choose to tend. Ultimately, every garden is much like a child, one that requires a great deal of attention, love, and care. Before a gardener can even begin thinking about planting, they will need to first test the quality of the soil they intend to use.  The type of soil will determine what kinds of fruits, vegetables, or flowers will thrive in...

When you think of recycling do you sigh and think that you just don't have the time or energy to do it? Do you see visions of hundreds of thousands of empty plastic bottles in some far-away factory getting ready to be melted down? Do you think that recycling is something that has to be hard; otherwise if it's not hard, then it doesn't count? I'm embarrassed to say that at one time, these were the thoughts that ran through my head and they justified my reasons for not recycling. I'm here to tell you that I was mistaken; recycling isn't something difficult, or something you have to go out of your way to participate in and when it's easy, well, it's just easy; and it still counts toward recycling. Here...

"> There has been much debate about what is often called “free” energy—energy that can supposedly, with the right technology, be drawn straight out of the atmosphere, and in very abundant supply. The debates are about whether the stuff actually exists or not, what it would actually cost were it to be harnessed, and if it does exist is it truly as abundant and efficient as it's being made out to be by proponents of research and development into this potential alternative energy source. When one hears the phrase “free energy device”, one might be hearing about one of several different concepts. This might mean a device for collecting and transmitting energy from some source...

Many people who consider themselves to be a responsible world citizen, who want to do what they can to help the environment are finding themselves in a giant quandary in these times. Why?... Because, they want to do their part to help control and maybe stop Global Warming before it is too late! The problem is, they just don't know what to do to help. Sure, everyone knows they can get energy efficient light bulbs but, that just isn't enough to help an awful lot. You could get a car that gets a lot better gas mileage. But, what can all of us do to really help? One thing you might consider, is to learn how to create your own renewable energy with some method which is non-polluting. Now, that would...

An Alternative Energy Education Method The best method of educating young people about alternative energy production that this writer has ever witnessed is the use of the PicoTurbine Company's kits, books, and projects. The PicoTurbine Company produces these things for the purpose of advancing the cause of renewable (alternative) energy and getting young people to look into the future and see that the environment that's being seeded now is the one they will inherit then. As the late, great Gerry Ford said, "Things are more like they are now than they have ever been before." If we are to change the future world for the better, then it starts right here and now with the advent of "green" energy...

With the price of gasoline on the upswing (again, April 20, 06), there seems to be little sign that we Americans are at least trying to conserve fuel, though there are pockets of concerned groups that are making their voice heard, mainly against Oil Company price gouging. At the same time the automotive advertising media seems to be pushing the higher gas consumption Suv's and cars. Granted, along with trucks, etc., these are the prime fossil fuel guzzlers, but they are by no means the only culprit for our increasing fuel dependency, be it fossil or renewable. With all due respect to mr. Edison, inventor of our indirectly fueled commercial lighting system, which was design for practicality and...

British Petroleum was once known for their petroleum products. How times have changed. BP is now one of the biggest producers of solar products. British Petroleum - Solar Products Manufacture Solar power is the way of the future. Whether you are interested in saving the environment or just saving money, solar products can provide you with the power you need to run a household while not using traditional fossil fuels or supplied electricity. Solar power can also be a great investment for your home's future and your family's well being. BP solar products are backed by BP's thirty years of experience in the solar energy industry. The company started out as Solarex Corporation in 1973, and has led the...

Located in the South East of Spain, Murcia is considered to be one of the major cities of Spain. Although the city experiences semi-hot climatic condition due to the influence of the Mediterranean Sea, it receives large number of tourists every year. The beautiful natural environment and other places of importance like cathedrals, museum, etc. have made this city popular amongst tourists. Some of the places of interest in Murcia are briefly introduced here: Diocese of Cartagena Cathedral: This beautiful Gothic style Cathedral is believed to have been built in 1394. Historians say that construction of this Cathedral was completed in the year 1465. However, the tower of the Cathedral is said to have...

At this point in time humanity can determine how much greenhouse gas it will emit and over what time, though whether we have the combined will to manage the situation is unsure. At the moment we cannot cause the gases to be absorbed back out of the atmosphere, but if nothing were emitted historical data suggests that the planet would naturally slowly return the carbon to the surface. The problem is that if we go past the 'Tipping Point', the climate would take control and there would be nothing anybody could do about it. "We are all aware how much controversy there is about whether there is global warming; and if there is - whether or not it is manmade. The climate scientists will not appreciate...

The polar bear, also called ursus maritimus, is one of the biggest marine mammals in existence. This polar bear information fact sheet deals with some of the points of the procreation and birthing of polar bear cubs and additional polar bear activity. The polar bear comes home in a weakened condition to its hollowed out winter lair. Males normally den from late November to late January, while females den for a longer period of time, from November to March, during which time they have their cubs. The cubs stay with their mother for approximately a year and a half. One of the biggest denning areas for polar bears is the lowlands of Hudson Bay and James Bay--the exclusive location where polar bears den...

Along with taking assessment of security related issues in the cycle of web application development, developers must integrate a part of tasks to identify and mend the application related vulnerabilities. The remediation process is not a specific task, rather it should be adopted as a cycle of necessary steps. In the process of vulnerability remediation, quality assurance testers, web developers, auditors, and security issues managers join and work in sync to ensure eradicate application vulnerabilities from the process of web development. When you prepare a complete report on web application security, you may have long list of security related pitfalls to address and fix – which would include...

Man is intelligent and many a times has found exceptional results to problems caused by nature or by the complex side of his nature. We have evolved and are becoming more of a race that is fighting with its own species to claim superiority. We really don't care for nature and its health. We are free, born free and every other thing that is free we exploit it to the fullest. We have forgotten the art of differentiating between use and over-use. Lost is completely our concise and habits. What would our future resemble like? A haven that is without god and hell that is similar to earth. What are we going to tell to our coming generations? Please do not bother to spare a thought because by then...

While many realize that global warming is occurring on our planet, few understand the implications that this may have on our way of life. These rising global temperatures are going to cause a host of changes on our planet, and we need to act now or prepare to adjust to some very profound changes. First, these rising temperatures present a huge threat to our ice-caps. Layers of ice that have not melted for thousands of years are beginning to break apart and fall into the ocean. One of the biggest ice sheets on the planet, located on Greenland, is at a great risk of splitting apart and falling into the ocean. While it doesn't sound like too big of a deal, the loss of the Greenland ice sheet will cause...

Fancy dress or costume parties are really popular all over the world, in recent years people have been really creative whenever there has been a family or friend’s birthday, Halloween even New Year’s Eve parties. There are some parties that tend to stick to a theme such as super heroes but the funniest and most interesting costumes tend to come about from parties where there is no theme and can make for plenty of laughs and intriguing photos from the party. A lot of parties will have plenty of different costumes, sometimes even the dreaded clash where two people wear the same outfit, but in the end it is all a bit of fun and everyone tends to have a great time at a fancy dress party. If you’re...

When you hear the word "plumbing", what's the first thing that pops into your head? If you're like most people, plumbing means your toilet, or maybe your garbage disposal, shower, dishwasher. Plumbing actually entails a great deal more than that. There are several different kinds of plumbing systems, and each one does a particular job. If you own your own home, or if you're renting but don't want to have to ask the landlord for advice, knowing a few things about plumbing can be really helpful. Knowing the basics of plumbing helps you make simple repairs to common plumbing problems, and it can help you determine when you need to hire a professional. In addition, knowing something about plumbing can...

January 6, 2010 In a recent transaction in the Pacific Northwest, Jefferson Land Trust sold 400 metric tons of timber resources.  What makes the deal remarkable is that it didn’t sell any woodâ€"instead the sale was for the carbon stored in the trees.  It was the first direct purchase of carbon credits by a Pacific Northwest company and the first on the North Olympic Peninsula.  Shorebank Enterprise Cascadia, a non-profit financial institution that promotes economic opportunity and a healthy environment, purchased the carbon from the land trust.  In return, the company offsets three years of its carbon dioxide emissions. Although the company had previously analyzed its...

It has happened to all of us, you turn on the hot water tap just to get a scalding flow of very hot water from the tap. The pain and sensitive skin that follows is the lowest level of injuries that are caused every year in the UK from overheated water, which in extreme cases leads to fatal injuries. Last autumn the Health and Safety Executive issued new guidelines to care homes instructing them to install temper proof thermostatic mixing valves (TMV). This new set of guidelines came in the wake of another tragic fatal injury from scalding water. Scottish Building Standards already include a requirement to install thermostatic mixing valves on all new property developments and major retrofit projects...

Please consider making 2010 a carbon neutral year. This could be your resolution that makes not only a positive impact on your life and those around you, but the lives of all by helping to fight global warming. It's a critical year– will the US make good on its promises to take concerted action on global warming by passing strong climate legislation? Will the world take the Copenhagen UN Climate Conference to the next level by acting on stated goals? Individual action, whether by an individual, a group, family, or a business or organization matters more than ever to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Action also shows you support a clean energy future, and environmental sustainability in pursuing...

What Are The Types Of Renewable Energy? What is Renewable Energy? Renewable energy uses energy sources that are continually replenished by nature—the sun, the wind, water, the Earth's heat, and plants. Renewable energy technologies turn these fuels into usable forms of energy—most often electricity, but also heat, chemicals, or mechanical power.   Why Use Renewable Energy? Today we primarily use fossil fuels to heat and power our homes and fuel our cars. It's convenient to use coal, oil, and natural gas for meeting our energy needs, but we have a limited supply of these fuels on the Earth. We're using them much more rapidly than they are being created. Eventually, they will run out.   And...

We often speak about meeting clients needs. What often separates winning presenters from the rest is (1) a better understanding that clients have many needs that cluster around the one that first triggered the sales call, and (2) a presentation that demonstrates leadership: the ability to address the big picture and provide a comprehensive and long-term solution, rather than simply putting out the fire as a transaction vendor. A winning presentation demonstrates your grasp of the immediate problem and its context, how does it fit into the company's bigger picture, given its mission, vision and strategy. You should present the analysis to show you've done your homework, and not just jump to...

CO2 is not the only green house gas that is problematic, nor is it the only gas pollutant that mankind allows into the atmosphere. Nitrogen Trifluoride (NF3) is considered to be 17,000 times more potent as a greenhouse gas in the atmosphere than CO2 and there are well over 5,000 metric tons of NF3 in our atmosphere now. It is estimated that Nitrogen Trifluoride takes over 500-years to breakdown. If we multiply 17,000 by 5,000 metric tons then that is the same damage to the atmosphere as 85 million metric tons of CO2. Scary stuff indeed, but who is using this stuff and how does it get released by humankind into the atmosphere. Well, it seems that the manufacturers of flat panel displays use this...

LEED was developed by the Green building council US for designing environmentally sustainable construction. It is a voluntary standard to support green building design. It can be applied in schools, homes, public buildings, estates and many other kinds of buildings. It is applied in more than thirty states in the US and more than forty other countries. Leadership in energy and environmental design has a number of objectives. These are; to define the green building by establishing the standard of measurement, promote integrated design practices, recognize environmental leadership in the building industry, and to increase awareness among the customers by specifying the benefits of green building...

If you are between the ages of 4 and 14, or a parent of someone this age, you know what Silly Bandz are. In fact your children and their assorted friends probably have 10-50 of their very own. For those of you who aren't sure or don't know what these 'bands' are, where have you been these past six months?! Silly Bandz are plastic bracelets that come in a variety of shapes and colors. They are relatively inexpensive, so parents often say: "Why not!? " when there kids ask for them. Silly Bands are the Webkinz, kooky pens and pet rocks of the 2010 spring and summer seasons. I always look at these fads and the people who invented them with awe, envy (sort of,) and despair. First of all, awe. Wow! How...

If you are a home owner, or if you rent a home you have probably dealt with a water heater. From time to time they can get clogged with lime (unless you have a water softener) or the elements go out. Most home owners, at least once, have had to get under their water heater to fix it. However, there comes a time when it is more cost effective to replace the existing water heater with a new one. What are the signs? When will you know you need a new water heater? A water heater is not something you tend to buy on impulse. They are pretty standard equipment and come with few bells and whistles. Fortunately for home owners, the heater itself, will tell you. You might see a bunch of corrosion on the...

Everything that you do that has any relation to your work-commuting to the office, printing office memos, typing your next report-emit greenhouse gases which can be harmful to the environment. These greenhouse gases causes global warming which is also the primary reason why the earth is getting warmer and out climate is drastically changing. As these greenhouse gases are produced by man's activities, we can do a lot of things that will enormously reduce the amount of greenhouse gases that will be emitted to the atmosphere. The usual first step in reducing energy consumption-and therefore, greenhouse gases-is to know how much you are consuming at the moment. You have to understand where you stand and...

I work in the academe and it's very recently when I realized that schools are very significant contributors to the destruction of the environment. For one reason, the school uses a lot of paper and there are very few green policies that are being implemented. If I will be head of the school for just one day, here's what I will do to achieve my green dream: 1. I will impose a "Clean As You Go and Segregate (CLAYGOS) Policy." This is not a very new policy as I've already seen schools that require their students to "clean as they go." However, what's really lacking here is the student's initiative to also segregate their waste. I will impose heavy fines on student's who will not follow this particular...

> Organic product sales in the food and textile markets have risen considerably since the organic movement kicked off in the 1960s. The last ten years have seen a surge in growth — with global sales of organic food and organic textiles amounting to nearly $50 billion (USD). Organic product sales in the food and textile markets have risen considerably since the organic movement kicked off in the 1960s. The last ten years have seen a surge in growth — with global sales of organic food and organic textiles amounting to nearly $50 billion (USD). While sales of organic produce have dropped in some Western countries as a consequence of the recent economic crisis...

Who are the Friends of the Earth? The Friends of the Earth organization is aninfluential organization that was founded in San Francisco in 1969 by David Brower. The Friends of the Earth organization is the U.S. chapter of one of themost influential organizations in the world. Friends of the Earth have beentogether for many years and it has been at the edge of many of the mostimportant efforts to help create a healthy planet. The Friends of the Earth areassociated with the Friends of the Earth International, which is now one of theworld's largest federations of the worlds democratically electedenvironmental organizations. Friends of the Earth have been existed for many decades, but in March of 2005...

According to statistics, Australia is ninth in the world with the amount of greenhouse gas emissions they put into the air. In the year 2000, it was estimated that Australia was responsible for putting as much as 25.9 tons of carbon emissions into the air. The fact that Australia was ranked as ninth in the list of who produces the most emissions that are put into the air per year is not very good. This is a fairly clear indication that something must be done about the emissions being put into the air by Australia and this needs to be done now. What can Australia do to reduce their emissions? There is plenty that an individual can do. An individual can do some simple things around their home that...

As a movie critic, I must admit I'm often surprised by some of the promotional hype surrounding various movie releases. I've wondered about the wisdom of promoting a movie such as Evan Almighty so early before it's release, as a family-friendly, fun movie. Obviously those accepting the ads knew little to nothing about the movie, except for the Hollywood hype. But, they chose to take the word of the advertiser that it would be a good movie. Reality is, Evan Almighty is a great movie, and it's nothing like its predecessor, Bruce Almighty. Now, lets turn to Arctic Tale which is narrated by Queen Latifah. Another movie being thrust upon audiences as a great family-friendly movie. While it does carry a G...

Global Warming is a buzzword right now. The experts finally agree: it is happening. But, what does that really mean, and how will it affect our lives? A Closer Look At Global Warming. Global Warming is just what its name implies: a warming of the earth's atmosphere. But, it's more than warmer weather. The earth's climate regulates everything worldwide: the oceans, the storms, the temperatures, the rain forests, even the deserts. Right now the earth's climate is rising unnaturally, thanks to the over-consumption of oil, gas and coal. The pollution made from burning these fossil fuels has left incredibly large amounts of carbon dioxide trapped in the earth's atmosphere. This build-up of "'house gasses...