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The Methane Problem: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Published on July 17th, 2025 | 5 min read When discussing climate change, carbon dioxide (CO₂) often takes center stage. But there’s another greenhouse gas that’s causing concern, one that’s even more powerful and rising fast: methane. Though it stays in the atmosphere for a shorter time than CO₂, methane is over 80 times more potent at trapping heat over 20 years. And right now, it’s leaking into our environment from multiple sources, accelerating global warming, fueling extreme weather, and making the climate crisis even harder to control. At mimro, we believe that understanding where our emissions come from and...
Breakdown: Waste Types and Their Carbon Cost
Published on July 10, 2025 | 6 min read When we throw something away, it may leave our sight, but it doesn’t leave the planet. Every piece of waste carries a carbon cost, from its creation to its final resting place in a landfill, incinerator, or ocean. At Mimro, we believe understanding what we toss and what it truly costs is the first step to changing it. Here's a breakdown of the most common waste types and the surprising climate impact behind them. 🛍️ 1. Plastic Waste: Long Life, High Emissions Plastics are made from fossil fuels, primarily petroleum and natural...
Plastic Waste vs. Climate Change: Unpacking the Hidden Connection
Published on July 9, 2025 | 5 min read When we talk about climate change, the usual suspects come to mind: fossil fuels, transportation, and deforestation. But one major contributor is hiding in plain sight: plastic waste. Plastic pollution is often framed as a litter problem, but its climate impact runs far deeper. From its fossil fuel origins to its long afterlife in landfills, plastic fuels global warming at every stage of its lifecycle. At Mimro, we believe that tackling plastic waste is essential to tackling the climate crisis, and it starts with awareness and action. 🌡️ The Plastic–Carbon Connection...
