Fun Fact: A single mature tree can absorb up to 22 kilograms of carbon dioxide (CO₂) per year—but we emit over 36 billion tonnes annually! It sounds like a magical fix: plant enough trees, and we can erase our climate sins. Politicians promise it, corporations flaunt it, and environmental campaigns champion it. But is the …
Ever noticed how cities can feel like ovens in the summer? That’s the urban heat island (UHI) effect in action, where concrete jungles trap heat, making urban areas much warmer than their greener, rural counterparts. But there’s an exciting solution gaining traction: green roofs. Let’s explore how these lush, living rooftops are making a difference, …