Category: The Ecosystem

The Ecosystem is the machine that runs the Earth. It uses three major components: Biomass, Atmosphere and Ocean.

Biomass

Biomass is the term for the massive amounts of vegetation that grows daily on a worldwide basis. If properly managed it can be a renewable energy source.

Plastic Kills Plankton

Plankton is the primary food source in the oceanic food chain and is being destroyed by plastic pollution.

Carbon Trading

Carbon trading is a way to pay for the right to pollute. It is a controversial and unproven practice.

Kids in Space

An explanation of the relationship between the Earth, the Sun, and what causes seasons.

Deforestation

Removing trees lowers the earth’s ability to absorb CO2 and lowers oxygen production.

The Hole in the Ozone

Chlorofluorocarbons destroy the Ozone layer (Ozone is three atoms of Oxygen), which acts as a sunscreen for Earth.

Climate Change Timeline

Historic dates and events related to climate change, starting in 2500 BC.

6 slides with numerous links to videos and websites.

Water for Food

Many people are shocked by the amount of water required to grow their favorite foods. Some food sources are becoming contaminated.