Frequently Asked Questions

NOBRAC is a forward-thinking start-up company dedicated to combating climate change and promoting environmental sustainability through innovative nature-based solutions. 

There are many ways to get involved with NOBRAC, such as partnerships, volunteering, or attending our events.

NOBRAC is involved in a variety of initiatives, including reforestation projects, clean-up efforts, and advocacy for environmental policies.

Climate change refers to the long-term alteration of Earth's average weather patterns, including temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns. It is primarily driven by human activities that release greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat, causing the Earth's surface temperature to rise, a phenomenon commonly referred to as global warming.

The consequences of climate change are far-reaching and include:

Rising Temperatures: Global average temperatures are increasing, leading to more frequent and severe heatwaves. This can have detrimental effects on ecosystems, agriculture, and human health.

Melting Ice and Rising Sea Levels: Higher temperatures cause glaciers and polar ice to melt, contributing to rising sea levels. This can lead to coastal flooding, erosion, and the displacement of communities living in low-lying areas.

Extreme Weather Events: Climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of extreme weather events like hurricanes, droughts, floods, and wildfires. These events can cause significant damage to infrastructure, economies, and human lives.

Ocean Acidification: The absorption of excess carbon dioxide by oceans leads to ocean acidification, which can harm marine ecosystems, including coral reefs and marine life.

Ecosystem Disruption: Many plant and animal species are struggling to adapt to rapidly changing conditions. This can lead to disruptions in ecosystems, affecting biodiversity, food chains, and ecosystem services.

Food and Water Security: Climate change impacts agricultural production, making it more challenging to ensure food security. Changes in precipitation patterns can also lead to water scarcity, affecting both human and natural systems.

Health Impacts: The spread of diseases like malaria and dengue fever can be influenced by changing climate conditions. Heat-related illnesses can also become more common due to rising temperatures.

Carbon credits are a way to measure and reduce the amount of carbon emissions produced by individuals or companies. Each carbon credit represents one metric ton of carbon dioxide (or equivalent greenhouse gas) that has been either prevented from being emitted or removed from the atmosphere through activities like investing in renewable energy, reforestation, or energy efficiency projects.

These credits can be bought and sold on carbon markets, allowing companies to offset their own emissions by buying credits from others who have reduced their emissions. Essentially, carbon credits provide a financial incentive for individuals and companies to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to fighting climate change.

Biochar is a type of charcoal that is produced through the pyrolysis (thermal decomposition in the absence of oxygen) of biomass, such as agricultural waste, wood chips, or other organic materials. It is a carbon-rich material that has gained attention for its potential to sequester carbon in soils, improve soil fertility, and contribute to climate change mitigation.

When biochar is incorporated into soils, it can store carbon for long periods, effectively sequestering it and reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide levels.

By sequestering carbon in soil and reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers (which are energy-intensive to produce), biochar can contribute to mitigating climate change.

In contaminated soils, biochar can immobilize heavy metals and reduce their movement in the environment.

Clean energy refers to energy sources and technologies that have minimal or no adverse impact on the environment and contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants. Clean energy is essential for mitigating climate change, improving air quality, and ensuring a sustainable energy future.

Planting trees and restoring forests not only sequesters carbon but also helps in creating ecosystems that capture and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Developing and supporting renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal energy helps transition away from fossil fuels, which are major contributors to carbon emissions.

Developing and supporting renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal energy helps transition away from fossil fuels, which are major contributors to carbon emissions.

Implementing sustainable agricultural practices, agroforestry, and soil conservation techniques can enhance carbon storage in soils and prevent land degradation.