Adetokunbo Sees

Adetokunbo Sees focuses on the impacts of climate change and environmental issues in Nigeria's coastal areas, examining the global and local repercussions of energy practices, ecological degradation, and climate-related phenomena. It blends analysis of renewable energy, fossil fuel accountability, legal and policy developments, and the ecological and societal implications of climate change.

Climate Change Renewable Energy Environmental Policy Fossil Fuels Ecological Conservation Legal and Regulatory Actions Economic Impacts of Climate Change Community and Health Impacts Global Warming Sustainable Practices

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The Burning Truth: Climate Change’s Burning Impact on Global Crops

208 implied HN points • 22 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Agriculture Food security Sustainability Environmental Impact
  1. Climate change is causing significant price increases for crops like cocoa, coffee, and mango, impacting food costs around the world.
  2. Many crops are suffering from rising temperatures, with some regions losing suitable land for growing key crops like coffee and cocoa.
  3. To cope with climate change, farmers need to adapt their methods, such as using crop diversification and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The Plastic Beat: A Climate Change Angle

208 implied HN points • 08 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Pollution Sustainability Ecosystems Health
  1. Microplastics are found in many parts of the human body, including the brain, blood, and lungs, which raises health concerns.
  2. Humans are ingesting and inhaling more microplastics than ever, often through food and air, making it a growing issue.
  3. The presence of microplastics in marine life is disrupting ecosystems and potentially contributing to climate change, highlighting the need for better solutions.

Rising Tides, Falling Freshwater: The Saltwater Intrusion Crisis

312 implied HN points • 21 Dec 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Ecosystems Biodiversity Climate change Conservation
  1. Saltwater intrusion is a growing problem worldwide, affecting freshwater supplies in many coastal areas. It's happening due to rising sea levels and climate change.
  2. This issue can harm ecosystems by increasing salinity, leading to the extinction of various plant and animal species. Many species are already at risk, which could worsen climate change further.
  3. To combat saltwater intrusion, countries should protect natural areas like wetlands and mangroves. These can help keep saltwater out of freshwater supplies and support local wildlife.

Aridity, Acidity, and Salinity: How Greenhouse Gases are Choking Our Soil

104 implied HN points • 11 Jan 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Policy Biodiversity Sustainability
  1. A large portion of the Earth's land is becoming drier, significantly affecting agriculture and ecosystems. This trend could worsen and impact billions of people who may face water shortages.
  2. Many lands are also suffering from high salinity and acidity, which makes it difficult for plants to grow. If these problems continue, we could see a lot of agricultural land damaged.
  3. Climate change is a major driver of these issues, causing higher temperatures and more extreme weather. To combat this, planting trees and using better irrigation can help improve soil health.

Echoes of Extinction: A Funeral March for Species

104 implied HN points • 04 Jan 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Biodiversity Climate change Ecosystems Conservation
  1. Many animal species are dying off, often due to climate change. This not only affects those specific animals but also the plants and ecosystems that rely on them.
  2. The death of single species, like flying foxes and corals, can disrupt the balance of nature. These losses can lead to problems like reduced food sources for other species and a drop in biodiversity.
  3. To prevent more animal deaths, we need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and create environments that can adapt to changes in the climate.
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Happy Yule

104 implied HN points • 28 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Community Celebrations Traditions Psychology Growth
  1. New Year celebrations bring people together, helping them connect and feel a sense of community and belonging.
  2. These festivities encourage us to think about the past year, reflect on what we've learned, and set goals for the future.
  3. Different cultures have unique traditions for the New Year, which help preserve their heritage and give people a sense of identity and continuity.

Greenhouse Gases Deadly Dance: CO2, N2O and CH4 Emissions' Alarming Card

208 implied HN points • 23 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Greenhouse Gases Emissions Climate change Fossil fuels Agriculture
  1. Carbon dioxide emissions are still rising and could reach over 41 billion tons this year, which is concerning for our climate.
  2. Methane and nitrous oxide emissions are also increasing, with agriculture being a major contributor to nitrous oxide levels.
  3. To tackle these issues, we need to cut down on fossil fuels and change how we farm and use land to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Fractured Planet: Glaciers Thawing, Rivers Running Dry, Reefs Vanishing

208 implied HN points • 16 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming Ecosystems Conservation Biodiversity Climate change
  1. Glaciers are melting at alarming rates, with many disappearing completely. This is a big concern for water supply and ecosystems.
  2. Rivers around the world are drying up, with thousands vanishing completely in recent decades. This can affect agriculture, drinking water, and wildlife.
  3. Coral reefs are facing serious threats, with significant losses in the past few decades. If we don't act now, most coral reefs could be gone by the end of the century.

Big Oil's Renewable Retreat: A Step Back in Time

104 implied HN points • 14 Dec 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Energy Policy Renewable Energy Climate change Corporate Responsibility Environmental Impact
  1. Big oil companies like BP, Shell, and Equinor are cutting back on their investments in renewable energy. This means they are spending less money on projects like wind farms.
  2. Shareholders are pressuring these companies because of losses in their renewable energy sectors. They are feeling the impact of high costs and project failures.
  3. This reduction in investment could slow down progress on fighting climate change, making it harder to meet global energy goals. Governments could help by offering incentives for these companies to keep investing in renewables.

Taking Off, but Leaving a Lasting Mark: Airport Construction's Environmental Legacy

104 implied HN points • 07 Dec 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Environmental Policy Biodiversity Pollution Sustainable Development Ecology
  1. Airport construction can harm the environment, leading to deforestation and loss of wildlife habitats. Many airports, like Heathrow and Istanbul, have caused significant damage to local ecosystems.
  2. Building or expanding airports increases greenhouse gas emissions. The aviation industry is responsible for a notable share of global carbon pollution, which could increase significantly without changes.
  3. It's important for airport authorities to engage with local communities and consider environmental impacts. Using cleaner fuels and adding green designs can help lessen the negative effects.

Tides of Trouble: Fish Populations face Challenges in Numerous Basins

104 implied HN points • 30 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Biodiversity Conservation Ecosystems Sustainability
  1. Fish populations in the Amazon, Gulf of Guinea, and Mediterranean Sea are declining dramatically. This decline is alarming as it threatens the species and the ecosystems they support.
  2. These bodies of water also play a vital role in absorbing carbon from the atmosphere. As fish populations decrease, their ability to help combat climate change through carbon sequestration is reduced.
  3. To tackle these challenges, we need to protect fish habitats, reduce overfishing, and take action against climate change. It's important for the health of our oceans and the planet.

Spills, Pipes, Deforestation’s Rhyme: Rainforests Carbon Crime

104 implied HN points • 09 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Deforestation Oil Spills Carbon Emissions Biodiversity Environmental Policy
  1. Oil spills are a big problem in rainforests like the Amazon and Niger Delta, damaging the environment and hurting local wildlife.
  2. These rainforests help absorb carbon dioxide, which is important for fighting climate change, but oil extraction is making this harder.
  3. Without cutting back on oil drilling and protecting these forests, we risk releasing a lot of carbon back into the atmosphere, making climate change even worse.

Rhapsody in Ruin: Climate Change's Devastating Impacts on Animal Habitats

104 implied HN points • 02 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Biodiversity Conservation Environmental Impact
  1. Frog habitats are drying up due to climate change, with many facing drought conditions that could make them unlivable by the end of the century.
  2. Elephants are struggling with rising temperatures and food shortages, forcing them to travel far for water and forage, which can lead to conflicts with humans.
  3. Koala populations are declining as their habitats experience extreme heat and bushfires, putting them at risk of losing large areas of their home by 2070.

Land Subsidence: the Megadanger lying in Wait for Megacities

416 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Sea Level Rise Climate change
  1. Megacities around the world are facing the threat of land subsidence, sinking at a faster rate than sea levels are rising.
  2. Groundwater extraction is a significant factor contributing to land subsidence in various regions, such as Africa, Asia, and the eastern coast of the United States.
  3. Combining the effects of land subsidence and rising sea levels due to climate change poses a frightening challenge for coastal cities globally, emphasizing the importance of sustainable water management practices.

The Terrible Trafficking in Animals: results of the Trend on the Climate Front

208 implied HN points • 16 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Conservation efforts Climate Impact
  1. Illegal wildlife trade, including poaching of songbirds, elephants, and tigers, is a significant issue contributing to species depletion and biodiversity loss worldwide.
  2. The demand for ivory and tiger parts remains high, driving the continued poaching and trafficking of these animals despite conservation efforts.
  3. Improving legislation, creating awareness about the consequences of wildlife crime, and promoting alternative livelihoods can help combat illegal wildlife trade and protect endangered species.

Fish are going extinct. Birds are going extinct.

208 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Extinction Deforestation Global Emissions
  1. Consumerism, deforestation, and overfishing are major factors leading fishes like Java Stingaree and other animals to the brink of extinction.
  2. Global consumption patterns show a significant rise in freshwater usage fueled by increasing population and per capita spending over the years.
  3. To address climate change and prevent the extinction of species like the vaquitas porpoise, sustainable consumption, responsible fishing, and forest regeneration are vital.

They lie about Plastics. They lie about Fossil Fuel. They'll lie about Anything

208 implied HN points • 24 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Plastics Greenhouse Gas Emissions Recycling Circular Economy
  1. Big Oil companies lie about their plans to zero out greenhouse gas emissions and their efforts to address plastic waste challenges.
  2. Despite making colossal profits, Big Oil companies like Shell, ExxonMobil, and Aramco continue to spread misinformation about their environmental impact.
  3. Developing a circular economy, reducing plastic and private vehicle usage, and holding corporations accountable for lies about recycling and pollution can lead to significant positive changes in addressing climate crises.

What is the Cost when Creatures churn Plastics into Microplastics? Nanoplastics and Lots More

312 implied HN points • 18 Nov 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Plastic Pollution Renewable Energy Environmental Impact
  1. Animals like zooplanktons and amphipods can break down microplastics into even smaller particles, spreading them across oceans and affecting the environment.
  2. New technologies like diodes, thyristors, transistors, and capacitors are emerging to reduce the impact of fossil fuels and combat climate change.
  3. The widespread presence of microplastics poses a danger to both marine creatures and humans, impacting the carbon storage capacity of oceans and accelerating climate change.

When Climate Change-induced Floods Strike, you get Refugees, Resettlement, and Rohingya

312 implied HN points • 11 Nov 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Displacement Natural Disasters Climate change Refugees Environmental Impact
  1. Millions of people are displaced by climate change-induced disasters like floods and hurricanes, leading to refugees, resettlement, and stateless populations.
  2. New technologies are emerging to combat climate change, such as voltage inverters, comparators, and XOR gates in the renewable energy sector.
  3. Climate change disasters exacerbate conflicts, food insecurity, and competition for resources, necessitating a global effort to mitigate the impacts through climate action.

Drought in Africa, Drought in California: How Climate Change turns Drought to Job losses

312 implied HN points • 04 Nov 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy
  1. Climate change is leading to job losses in different parts of the world, like Africa and California.
  2. Individuals in various sectors, from researchers to farmers, are at risk of losing their jobs due to climate-related issues.
  3. The impact of climate change on agriculture is causing significant economic losses and job displacements globally.

Drying Lakes, Drying Streams, Drying Rivers: Blame Climate Change for Drying Water Bodies

312 implied HN points • 07 Oct 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Renewable Energy Energy Storage Water Crisis Population Growth
  1. Climate change plays a significant role in the drying up of lakes, streams, and rivers around the world.
  2. Human activities contribute to the water level decline in water bodies, along with climate change.
  3. As the world's population grows, the stress on water resources, migration, and conflicts due to drying water bodies could increase.

Rising Sea Levels, Rising Waves: With the Rising Things, Islands can't Last Forever

208 implied HN points • 25 Nov 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Impact Displacement Global Warming
  1. Islands are disappearing due to rising sea levels, putting many at risk of displacement.
  2. Climate change is causing faster sea level rise, threatening the existence of many islands.
  3. Protective circuits, control systems, heat sinks, and gate drivers are crucial for managing power electronics.

Broken Promises, Broken Pledges: Big Oil's Play on Climate Promises

312 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Energy Storage Electric Vehicles
  1. Big Oil companies are continuing to invest heavily in fossil fuel projects despite breaking climate promises.
  2. Surging climate technologies, such as renewable energy and electric vehicles, are rapidly developing to combat climate change.
  3. Efforts should be made to curb Big Oil's profit-driven spending to address the climate crisis.

Why Climate Activists want Cruise Ships Banned? The Cursed Condition called Climate Change

208 implied HN points • 23 Sep 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Activism Renewable Energy Pollution Climate change
  1. Climate activists are advocating for the banning of cruise ships due to their significant contribution to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
  2. The global cruise ship market is projected to grow substantially, potentially exacerbating the climate change crisis.
  3. Exploring solar energy products like solar panels, inverters, batteries, water heaters, and charge controllers can offer sustainable alternatives to conventional energy sources.

Water withdrawal, depletion, demand: the World's Wells are in Trouble

208 implied HN points • 09 Sep 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Deforestation Carbon Emissions Climate change
  1. Groundwater depletion is a global issue affecting multiple countries from the United States to India and Africa.
  2. Millions of wells are at risk of running dry due to excessive water withdrawal for agriculture and industry.
  3. Increased demand for water and deforestation are exacerbating climate change by accelerating carbon emissions and global temperatures.

The U.S. Rich caused 40% Emissions, China's Rich 32%, Europe's Rich 40%: Blame the Rich for causing Emissions

208 implied HN points • 26 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Emissions Renewable Energy
  1. The rich in different countries are responsible for a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions.
  2. Investments in polluting industries, superyachts, and private planes contribute to high levels of emissions by the wealthy.
  3. To address climate change, the rich need to reduce their carbon footprint from extravagant spending.

Collapsed Croplands, drought, disasters: possible implications after hottest Day ever Recorded

208 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Drought Disasters Food security Global Warming
  1. Heat waves and droughts lead to crop failures and loss of yields, impacting global food security.
  2. Rising temperatures affect crop yields, with each degree increase in global temperature leading to significant decreases in wheat, rice, and maize production.
  3. Reducing fossil fuel emissions is crucial to mitigating the negative impacts of climate change on agriculture and food security.

Solar panels on Sahara Desert: Good Global Move?

520 implied HN points • 14 Jun 22
  1. Solar energy from the Sahara Desert can meet global energy needs without carbon emissions
  2. Laying solar panels in the Sahara might disrupt global climate patterns and have unintended consequences
  3. Careful evaluation is needed to balance the benefits of renewable energy in Africa with the potential risks to global environmental balance

Big Oil Companies, U.S. Lawsuits, Africa’s Climate Change Crisis

520 implied HN points • 31 May 22
  1. Exxon facing legal actions for misrepresentations on climate change and past activities.
  2. U.S. state courts pushing Exxon to reveal documents and face trials over climate misinformation and production impacts in areas like Africa.
  3. Exxon's operations in Africa causing environmental devastation through oil spills, worsening climate change, and misrepresenting information to local communities.

Environmental Damage to Africa, Environmental Damage to All

416 implied HN points • 13 Jul 22
  1. People encroach into forests in Africa, the United States, and Asia, impacting the environment and leading to climate change.
  2. Human activities like logging and agriculture lead to deforestation and ecosystem destruction in Africa, Asia, and North America.
  3. Efforts are needed to protect forests globally, reduce pressures on Africa's forest resources, and implement sustainable practices to mitigate the environmental damage.

Supreme Court Ruling on EPA: What it means to Africa

416 implied HN points • 06 Jul 22
  1. The Supreme Court ruling on EPA setbacks Biden's climate change agenda and may hinder U.S. commitment to renewable energy.
  2. If financial institutions do not implement climate change risk disclosures, massive investments in African fossil fuel projects may continue, hurting the continent's future.
  3. Africa must push for sustainable energy investments to avoid the negative impacts of fossil fuel development and climate change.

Climate Change, Oil Spill: A Nigerian Town as a Parable

520 implied HN points • 28 Feb 22
  1. Oil spills and climate change have devastating effects on communities, making fishing and farming unsustainable.
  2. Communities impacted by oil spills and climate change suffer from health issues and economic struggles.
  3. People in affected areas must advocate for cleaner environments and reduced fossil fuel use to combat climate change impact.

Climate Change: Portrait of cities as Endangered Species

520 implied HN points • 08 Feb 22
  1. Climate change is causing devastating impacts on coastal cities, leading to land submergence, flooding, and economic challenges.
  2. Communities facing climate change effects struggle with unemployment, loss of heritage, and lack of access to clean water.
  3. To address climate change effects, a shift to renewable energy, reduction of carbon emissions, and activism against powerful entities are essential.

Climate Change: Welcome to Nigeria, Visitors from Brazil

520 implied HN points • 03 Feb 22
  1. Climate change can bring unexpected visitors from one region to another, impacting local communities and ecosystems.
  2. Invasive species like water hyacinths and Sargassum seaweed can disrupt fishing activities, harm marine life, and have economic consequences.
  3. Efforts are being made to understand, monitor, and mitigate the impacts of these invasive species, turning challenges into opportunities in the face of climate change.