Methane is a very potent greenhouse gas, and rapid and sustained cuts in emissions from the energy sector are imperative to limit global warming to 1.5 °C. Livestock account for about 11%–17% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, more than all the world’s cars and trucks combined. Methane is formed … [continued]
A high tech range war for the 21st century: solar energy developers could crowd out cattle ranchers from public lands in western states.
A farmer from Prince Edward Island, Canada, has found out that feeding his cattle seaweed could reduce greenhouse gases by up to 40%. Joe Dorgan is the founder of North Atlantics Organics, which produces and distributes organic seaweed. The seaweed near his farm was harvested for feed and fertilizer for … [continued]
Renewable energy is starting to take over the energy conversation in the Midwest as Illinois and Wisconsin look toward a 100% renewable future for their citizens.
The Swiss company Agolin has developed feed additives which reduce methane emissions from cows, and methane is one of the key greenhouse gases. The company was founded in 2006 and uses botanical compounds in the additives. Michael Roe, Agolin’s Commercial Director, answered some questions for CleanTechnica.
New studies show that methane emissions from cows are worse than previously thought. There are two possible solutions — feeding cows seaweed or stop eating beef.
