Thiloththama Jayasinghe , Editor
We can understand the value of breath by doing a calculation of the time for which we can live without breathing. We breathe in order to live. However, the air we are breathing in the present times raises a very basic question: does it sustain life, or does it inflict death? Carbon is the absolute foundation of life, but its excess in the environment in the form of carbon dioxide (CO2) and carbon monoxide (CO) is a monumental danger to all types of life.
According to the present global research, the CO2 content in the air will reach 427 ppm by February 2025—the highest in over two million years. Barring drastic action, the world risks being turned into a barren wasteland. The main reason behind this rise is the imperfect combustion of fossil fuels, which is leading to global warming. Its effects are evident: the melting of glaciers, rising sea levels, drowning of island states, and severe heatwaves that threaten biodiversity.
For every 10 ppm increase in CO2, global temperatures increase by 0.1 degrees Celsius. The single largest cause of this crisis is human activity, specifically the burning of fossil fuels. Despite all the discussion of environmental concerns, fossil fuels remain an essential component of our existence, and present reserves can be exploited for another 200 years or so. That means carbon emissions will persist, once more speeding up climate change.
The environmental destruction caused by excess CO2 and carbon particles is a matter of concern. These particles, released during fuel combustion, settle in the air and on plant surfaces, hampering the process of photosynthesis by blocking leaf stomata. This not only reduces oxygen production but also threatens plant growth and crop production. Carbon particles, when inhaled, can cause severe respiratory diseases in human beings, further endangering public health.
A Revolutionary Solution: The Carbon Absorber
Amidst this crisis, a revolutionary solution has been introduced by Farhills Ceylon: the Carbon Absorber. Created by Mr. Janaka Gunawardena, this revolutionary machine absorbs carbon particles from the atmosphere via dry ice technology. It effectively condenses CO2 and CO emissions, extracts carbon particles, and deposits them for practical use. Miraculously, these carbon deposits can be reused, for instance, in road asphalting, rendering the machine not only an environmental lifesaver but also a producer of useful by-products.
This technology is a practical and scalable solution for industries, hotels, and even large ships, reducing emissions at source by as much as dramatically. Farhills Ceylon is also inviting investors to be part of this revolutionary process, paving the way towards a cleaner and healthier world.
A Call to Action
The fight to halt climate change requires collaboration. Developments like the Carbon Absorber provide hope in stopping environmental degradation. By embracing such technologies, reducing carbon emissions, and prioritizing sustainability, we can ensure that the air we breathe truly supports life.
Let's do something about it. Let's reduce carbon emissions and make the world a better place—one breath at a time.
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