The Unlikely Buddha

  The 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), held in Dubai in November 2023, faced numerous challenges and concerns, raising doubts about its ability to achieve significant progress in the fight against climate change. This report analyzes the key issues discussed during the conference and offers a realistic evaluation of its potential outcomes. Key Issues and Concerns: Location : Choosing Dubai, a major oil producer, as the host raised questions about potential conflicts of interest and the influence of fossil fuel interests on the negotiations. Fossil Fuel Lobby : The presence of a large number of oil and gas lobbyists at the conference fueled anxieties about their influence in weakening any agreements reached. Developing Countries' Concerns:  African and other developing countries expressed their concerns about reducing their carbon emissions without receiving substantial financial and technological support from developed nations. Vo...

  Here's a breakdown: How Cruise Lines Pollute: 1. Air Pollution : Heavy fuel oil: Cruise ships primarily run on heavy fuel oil (HFO), which is a dirty fuel that emits high levels of sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter. These pollutants contribute to respiratory problems, acid rain, and climate change. heavy fuel oil cruise ship emissions Scrubbers : While some cruise lines have installed scrubbers to reduce air emissions, these devices only remove sulfur oxides and do not address other harmful pollutants. scrubbers on a cruise ship 2. Water Pollution: Sewage and graywater: Cruise ships generate large amounts of sewage and graywater (wastewater from showers, sinks, and laundry), which can be discharged into the ocean if not treated properly. These pollutants can contaminate coral reefs, harm marine life, and contribute to the spread of disease. cruise ship dumping sewage Ballast water : Cruise ships take on and release ballast water t...