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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Shrinking, Disappearing, and plagued by Dust storms, the World's Lakes are in Danger

1 HN point • 17 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Impact Sustainability Conservation
  1. The shrinking and disappearing lakes around the world are facing danger due to multiple factors like climate change and reduced water levels.
  2. Lakes like the Aral Sea, Lake Chad, and Qinghai Lake are shrinking dramatically, impacting millions of lives and ecosystems that depend on their water.
  3. Efforts to conserve and sustainably manage these lakes involve global collaboration and the balance between development and environmental preservation.

Greenhouse gases, forest fires, floods, fossil fuel abuses: yet oil consumption continues to grow

2 HN points • 19 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Emissions Greenhouse Gases
  1. Oil consumption continues to grow worldwide, driven by rising demand from emerging nations.
  2. Global greenhouse gas emissions could rise significantly by 2050 if current trends of fossil fuel consumption persist.
  3. To address climate change, cutting fossil fuel consumption is essential to reduce carbon dioxide and methane emissions.

Heat records on land, heat records in forests, heat records in oceans: when will the records end?

2 HN points • 05 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming Renewable Energy Climate tech
  1. Heat records are continuously being broken on land, in forests, and in oceans due to rising global temperatures.
  2. The oceans are absorbing a significant amount of the warming from increased carbon dioxide emissions, leading to record-high sea temperatures.
  3. Global sea temperatures are projected to continue rising, impacting coral reefs, weather patterns, and human lives unless fossil fuel consumption is reduced.
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Big Oil companies could have helped stop climate change not 30 but 63 years ago

4 HN points • 28 Sep 22
  1. Big Oil companies could have helped prevent climate change 63 years ago, but chose to deny it and pursued profits instead.
  2. Ignoring warnings from scientists and reports on rising carbon dioxide, Big Oil companies prioritized financial gains over preventing climate change.
  3. By refusing to act on climate change decades ago, Big Oil companies have contributed to extreme weather disasters costing billions worldwide and continue to prioritize profits over environmental concerns.

Severe Storms, Droughts, Damages: Dire Predictions for Coming El Nino

2 HN points • 26 May 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Predictions Climate change Natural Disasters Effects
  1. Experts predict severe consequences from the upcoming El Nino, including $3 trillion global economic losses and droughts.
  2. Climate change-induced El Nino events can lead to rising temperatures, sea levels, and catastrophic weather conditions worldwide.
  3. Mitigating El Nino effects requires addressing climate change through reducing fossil fuel usage.

Consumption, Water Crisis, Carbon Emissions: Blame everything on the Rich

2 HN points • 14 Apr 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Consumption Water Crisis Carbon Emissions
  1. Studies link overconsumption of water and carbon emissions to elite and rich households.
  2. Rich households using luxuries like swimming pools and gardens contribute significantly to water shortages and climate change.
  3. Nations need to control over consumption of water and investments in fossil fuels by the rich to combat water scarcity and climate change.

Plastic Waste is a Huge Problem, and it could grow worse by 2040

2 HN points • 02 Feb 23
  1. Plastic waste is a significant problem that is expected to worsen by 2040, with the amount of plastic trash in the oceans potentially tripling.
  2. The world has seen a substantial increase in plastic production over the past two decades, with the annual plastic waste generation per person varying across regions.
  3. Efforts to address plastic waste and its environmental impact are crucial, as delays in action could lead to a significant increase in the amount of plastic flowing into the oceans.

Wastewater Worldwide, Fossil Fuel, fluoride: is it goodbye to Safe and Just Climate Limit?

1 HN point • 10 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Pollution Sustainability Global Warming Emissions
  1. Scientists set safety limits for climate, arsenic, and freshwater, which are being breached globally.
  2. Burning fossil fuels leads to excessive carbon emissions and pollution from leaking fuel tanks.
  3. Increasing wastewater production and continued fossil fuel support pose major threats to safe and just climate limits.

Complicated Cases, Spills, Sludges: Time to call Oil Giants to Order

1 HN point • 28 Apr 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Oil Spills Health Effects Legal issues Corporate Responsibility
  1. Oil giants often refuse to fully compensate for environmental and health damages caused by oil spills.
  2. Research shows that oil spills lead to severe health issues for workers, locals, and the environment.
  3. To address this issue, there should be a focus on transparency, legal accountability, and limiting oil production.

Greenhouse gases, global warming: stark reminder of need for climate-ready world

1 HN point • 22 Apr 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Greenhouse Gases Global Warming Emissions Climate change
  1. Greenhouse gases like methane, carbon dioxide, and nitrous oxide are increasing, contributing to global warming.
  2. Humans need to urgently take steps to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions to avoid further environmental damage.
  3. Business as usual practices could lead to a significant rise in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, derailing efforts to reach climate targets.

Plant-based Foods May be on track to replace Meat-based foods

1 HN point • 09 Feb 23
  1. Plant-based foods are gaining popularity and may replace meat-based foods in the future
  2. There is a significant rise in sales of vegan burgers and meat alternatives globally
  3. Young consumers, particularly millennials, are driving the shift towards plant-based food due to concerns about climate change and the environmental impact of animal agriculture

Plant-based foods attracted 1.6 million households, according to new study

1 HN point • 07 Dec 22
  1. Plant-based foods attracted 1.6 million new households between 2019 and 2021, showing a significant growth in popularity.
  2. Studies indicate a global trend towards plant-based diets, with reasons ranging from health concerns to animal welfare to environmental impact.
  3. Switching to plant-based diets can have health benefits, such as reducing the risk of diseases like diabetes and aiding in weight loss.

Good that Population plummets. Bad that Consumerism, Corporations complicate Climate Crisis

0 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
  1. Population growth is predicted to peak by 2050 and then decline, impacting carbon emissions.
  2. Developed nations like South Korea, China, United States, and United Kingdom are experiencing declines in birth rates.
  3. The challenge of over-consumption and corporate contributions to climate change is not addressed in population growth discussions.

Rising Temps, Falling Records: A Climate Record Smackdown

0 implied HN points • 25 Jan 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Emissions Global Warming Environmental Impact
  1. Last year, the world saw its hottest temperatures ever recorded, surpassing 1.5 degrees Celsius over pre-industrial levels. This signals a climate crisis that is becoming more serious.
  2. Greenhouse gas emissions reached record highs, leading to a rise in ocean temperatures and severe consequences for ecosystems. The increase in emissions has been linked to human activities like energy production and agriculture.
  3. There is an urgent need to cut down on fossil fuel use to combat climate change. Everyone, from individuals to governments, needs to take action to protect our planet.

Flames of Fury: The Unrelenting Path of Wildfires

0 implied HN points • 18 Jan 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Wildfires Climate change Natural Disasters Environmental Policy Ecology
  1. Wildfires are becoming more common and dangerous worldwide. Major events in countries like Portugal, Greece, and Australia have caused huge damage and loss of life.
  2. Climate change plays a big role in worsening wildfires. Increased heat and drought conditions, along with strong winds, make fires spread more quickly.
  3. To fight wildfires effectively, we need to address climate change. This means cutting down on pollution, using renewable energy, and adopting better land management practices.

Rising Tides, Rising Temperatures: A Future Uncertain

0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Policy Fossil fuels Greenhouse Gases Sustainable energy
  1. Carbon dioxide emissions are rising, and we're relying heavily on fossil fuels for energy. This situation makes it hard to meet climate goals.
  2. If we continue with our current practices, we could see significant increases in global warming and more extreme weather events by 2050.
  3. To avoid a tough future, everyone needs to come together to support better climate policies and raise awareness about climate change.

Critically Threatened Animals: Humans behind Critically Threatened Status

0 implied HN points • 12 May 23
  1. Critically endangered animals like the Yangtze turtle, Javan rhino, and white antelope are at risk primarily because of human involvement such as pollution, poaching, and habitat destruction.
  2. The decline in these species can upset the ecosystem balance and biodiversity, affecting the population regulation of small vertebrates and invertebrates along with the ability of forests to sequester carbon.
  3. Improving the situation for these endangered animals requires collaborative efforts with governments, science-based habitat management, local community leadership, and transboundary cooperation.

Fuel for Thought: The High Cost of Fossil Fuel Dependence

0 implied HN points • 01 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Fossil fuels Energy consumption Greenhouse Gases Climate Crisis
  1. Fossil fuels are still the main source of energy worldwide, making up a large part of electricity and transportation. This heavy reliance impacts our environment and lifestyle significantly.
  2. The demand for products like cars, cement, and electricity continues to rise, leading to more fossil fuel consumption. This trend puts more pressure on the climate and resources.
  3. To address this issue, we need to shift to public transport, electric vehicles, and energy-efficient technology. Making these changes could help reduce our dependence on fossil fuels in the future.