What is Global Warming

Global warming is the process by which carbon dioxide (CO₂) and other air pollutants collect in the atmosphere and absorb sunlight and solar radiation that have bounced off the earth’s surface. Normally this radiation would escape into space, but these pollutants, which can last for years to centuries in the atmosphere, trap the heat and cause the planet to get hotter. These heat-trapping pollutants—like carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, water vapour, and synthetic fluorinated gases—are known as greenhouse gases, and their impact is called the greenhouse effect._{(Ref: nrdc.org)}

Effects of Global Warming
Changes to Earth's climate, driven by increased human emissions of heat-trapping greenhouse gases, are already having widespread effects on the environment. Glaciers and ice sheets are shrinking, river and lake ice is breaking up earlier, plant and animal geographic ranges are shifting, and plants and trees are blooming sooner. The effects that scientists had long predicted would result from global climate change are now occurring, including sea ice loss, accelerated sea-level rise, and longer, more intense heatwaves._{(Ref:climate.nasa.gov)}

How can we reduce global warming
We can make a difference by reducing energy consumption in various aspects of our lives, including transportation and electricity usage. One way to achieve this is by lowering our heating and cooling needs. Additionally, switching to LED light bulbs and energy-efficient electric appliances can help us use less electricity. When doing laundry, opting for cold water washes and air-drying our clothes instead of using a dryer can further conserve energy. In terms of our choices in food and purchases, we can contribute to energy conservation. Making conscious decisions such as consuming more vegetables, considering the environmental impact of our travel choices, and practicing the principles of reducing, reusing, repair, and recycling can all have a positive impact. Moreover, transitioning to an electric vehicle can significantly reduce our carbon footprint. By adopting these sustainable practices, we can actively work towards conserving energy and mitigating climate change._{(References:un.org)}

Four ways to reduce Global Warming

Energy Consumption:-

(1) House Electricity: Energy is used in your home for heating, cooling, lighting, cooking, and water heating. E = Electrical Energy (Consumed in kWh)
P = Power in Watts
t = Time in hours per day Wh (Watt-hour) is a small unit, so we divide the consumed energy on 1000 to get
the value of energy in kWh instead of Wh. (You can enter units provided in your electricity bill which is in kWh)

Example: Energy= Power * time
1000 Wh= 1 kWh=I unit
Suppose, a consumer consumes 1000 watts load per hour daily for one month. Calculate the total energy bill of the consumer if per unit rate is 8. [Take 1 month = 30 Days].
So the Total kWh = 1000_Watts x 24_Hrs x 30_Days = 720000. (Watts / hour) We want to convert it into electric units, Where 1 Unit = 1kWh. So the total consumed units by user: = 720000 / 1000. (k = kilo =1000)

(2) LPG:Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) is a highly flammable gas that is commonly used for residential heating, cooking, and hot water systems. It is also utilized as a fuel for cars and finds applications in industrial, agricultural, and manufacturing settings._{(supagas.com.au)}
(For household purpose like cooking). Example: Input Value(In Kg/Yr) * 2.983 (Emission Factor) Output value in (Kg of CO2)

(3) Petro/Diesel: Cars, trucks, buses, and other automobiles are powered by engines that rely on fossil fuels. The two most common types of engines are petrol engines and diesel engines. The majority of vehicles are equipped with either a petrol engine or a diesel engine.

Add the number of liters of petrol/diesel you used in your car/motorcycle in a monthly/year
Example: Input value(In Litres/Yr) * 2.296(Emission Factor) Output value in (Kg of CO2)

(4) Custom: You can choose different energy sources for your household, such as coal, gas, renewable energy, LPG, or petrol, based on your preferences and requirements.