Source Citation:
Heede, R. (2014). Tracing anthropogenic carbon dioxide and methane emissions to fossil fuel and cement producers, 1854–2010. Climatic Change, 122(1-2), 229-241.
Reasons for selecting the source: This source provides empirical data that links carbon dioxide and methane emissions to fossil fuel companies and cement producers. The author’s research aims to show the responsibility of these industries in contributing to climate change.
Main ideas/themes for source 1:
- Fossil fuel companies and cement producers have been the largest contributors of anthropogenic carbon dioxide and methane emissions since 1854 until present.
- These industries contributed over 70% of greenhouse gas emissions in the industrial era, indicating that they played a major role in altering the Earth’s climate.
- Short-lived climate pollutants, such as methane, pose a significant threat to the Earth’s atmosphere, and policymakers must address emissions reduction from these industries.
Points in common and notes in own words:
- Source 2 supports the findings in Source 1, stating that a major challenge to mitigating climate change is reducing carbon emissions from fossil fuel companies.
- Source 3 shows that businesses, particularly those in the oil and gas industries, are aware of their role in climate change, but their actions to address the issue are inadequate, lacking transparency and sufficient accountability.
Source Citation:
Steffen, W., Broadgate, W., Deutsch, L., Gaffney, O., & Ludwig, C. (2015). The trajectory of the Anthropocene: The Great Acceleration. The Anthropocene Review, 2(1), 81-98.
Reasons for selecting the source: This source provides a historical analysis of human-induced environmental change, focusing on the rapid acceleration of human activities since the mid-20th century. The authors seek to generate a better understanding of the Anthropocene.
Main ideas/themes for source 2:
- The Anthropocene is characterized by unprecedented rates of environmental changes since the mid-20th century.
- These changes are driven by human activities, which have increased significantly, leading to the notion of the "Great Acceleration."
- Managing the Anthropocene requires a paradigm shift in understanding human-nature relationships, recognizing the interdependent relationship between human and natural systems.
Points in common and notes in own words:
- Source 3 also highlights the Anthropocene, noting that businesses have led to significant changes in land use, climate, and biosphere integrity. The authors contend that human activities must be restructured to address environmental sustainability.
- Source 4 also focuses on the idea of "planetary boundaries," arguing that human activities must respect ecological limits to prevent disastrous environmental consequences. The authors suggest that businesses must be redesigned to operate within these boundaries to further sustainability.
IC50001 EMP1- Synthesis matrix
Instructions:
In Week 6, you will submit your complete Synthesis Matrix about our topic: Climate change and Business. Reading, understanding and making notes in your own words take time, so you need to start as soon as possible.
1- You must have FOUR reliable academic sources.
2- As you read the sources, make notes in your matrix. Use the template below.
3- Write the source citation (author, date) at the top row
4- Write the reasons for selecting each source (what, who, when, why, how, where, as discussed in Weeks 1 and 2)
5- Write the main ideas/themes for source 1 in the 1st column (vertical)
6- Identify points in common from other sources (about the same main idea) and make notes.
7- Make notes in your OWN
words (do not copy).
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