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Doomsday Cult

A Natural Language • 0 implied HN points • 16 Mar 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Education plays a role in enabling pseudoscience like climate science.
  2. Devout followers of The Science become its priests and create their own scripture.
  3. The Science is used to control, surveil, and destroy based on a fear and hate oriented narrative.
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The Climate Narrative

The Grey Matter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Feb 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Climate news often emphasizes negative impacts, ignoring potential benefits like improved crop growth from increased CO2 levels.
  2. The media tends to focus on portraying climate change as always getting worse, disregarding instances where it may have positive effects or remain stable.
  3. Scientific studies and media reports may frame climate change in a misleading manner, emphasizing alarming perspectives to provoke action.

The path to the future is made by walking.

lifeboat • 0 implied HN points • 11 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. The path to the future is not about finding a solution to our current predicament, but about taking small actions and building resilience closer to the ground.
  2. We may not be able to fix everything, but we shouldn't give up; there are only courses of action to take.
  3. The future is not predetermined; it's a patchwork of many small paths that form a countermovement to larger power structures.

Misleading approaches to climate.

Douglass’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Progressive-minded individuals often investigate underlying causes of climate issues but may fall into the trap of seeking solutions that revert society back to a previous state, hindering real systemic change.
  2. Merely advocating for mindset changes without a clear implementation plan and considering practical issues like energy production limitations or environmental impact of alternative solutions can be ineffective in addressing climate challenges.
  3. Relying solely on current strategies like solar panels without factoring in limitations and the need for backup systems from coal or oil can lead to unforeseen consequences and a failure to have a comprehensive, sustainable approach.

On the Move

The Snap Forward • 0 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Climate change is leading to massive human migration as people seek safety and opportunity in a planet facing crisis.
  2. The book 'On the Move' by Abrahm Lustgarten discusses the systemic threats caused by climate change and the impacts of displacement on millions of Americans.
  3. The implications of climate migration extend beyond America, affecting one in three people globally by 2070 and leading to economic, demographic, and societal transitions that must be addressed.

The crisis couldn’t care less. It only grows more quickly.

The Snap Forward • 0 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. The crisis is growing rapidly and won't wait for us to be prepared. It's essential to face the reality of the situation.
  2. Personal ruggedization is crucial - we need to learn how to get ready for the unprecedented transformations ahead. This course aims to help individuals become confident and capable in navigating the challenges of a world in crisis.
  3. The course provides a clear framework for decision-making in uncertain times and focuses on spotting opportunities for optimization to achieve lasting well-being amidst turbulent changes.

The Shock That Comes With Recognition

The Snap Forward • 0 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Recognition of a sudden change in the world can be shocking, especially when people are unprepared for it.
  2. Upcoming announcements include a book and a condensed class focused on readying ourselves for living in a changing world.
  3. Writing is becoming slower due to physical challenges, leading to a shift towards shorter, more frequent podcasts as an alternative.

Climate Impact on Air Quality

Handy Data • 0 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Climate change is leading to rising temperatures, impacting air quality by influencing ozone levels and PM2.5 concentrations.
  2. Different climate models project varying futures for ozone levels, illustrating the uncertainties in climate modeling.
  3. Understanding the data on climate change, air quality, and health is crucial for shaping effective policies to create a healthier and more sustainable future.

The Honest Story of Climate Change: Part 2: With a new course towards a hopeful future

The Word Merchant • 0 implied HN points • 15 Apr 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Stop the fear-mongering narratives and nonsensical net-zero CO2 billions, focus on positive climate prospects for the future and invest in adaptation measures.
  2. Investments in adaptation show significant results in preventing climate casualties, while net-zero policies have yielded nothing for decades. Time to prioritize adaptation over futile mitigation efforts.
  3. Consider nuclear energy as a reliable, safe, and affordable alternative to fossil fuels. Policy should be grounded in reliable facts, highlighting the benefits of CO2 and focusing on a gradual energy transition.

Leo Elia Jung & Jae August: The Living Diamonds of Yakutia

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Oct 22
🔬 Science Climate change
  1. Geo-engineering is considered a solution to climate change by some, involving large-scale technological interventions in the earth's ecosystem for capital growth.
  2. Pleistocene Park in Siberia operates to restore pre-human ecosystems, countering climate change by reintroducing large animals like mammoths to reduce permafrost thawing.
  3. The collaboration between COLOSSAL, ALROSA, and GAZPROM has led to innovative ways of creating artificial diamonds using carbon from mammoth carcasses, addressing resource depletion and environmental concerns.

Holly Overton: After Geoengineering Paintings

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 22
🎨 Art & Illustration Climate change
  1. Art can convey messages about the environmental impact and human perception of nature, like in the paintings of Holly Overton.
  2. Wetlands play a crucial role in absorbing and storing carbon; restoring them can help reduce carbon in the air significantly.
  3. Climate change responsibility extends beyond individual households, requiring collective emotional responses to mobilize effective actions.

The First Post

Solar Powered Data • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Climate tech is a significant solution for a big problem and a great opportunity.
  2. Data is a powerful tool to explore climate tech and understand the impact of climate change.
  3. Sharing knowledge and insights about climate data can contribute positively to addressing climate change.

Mayans, Climate Change & A.I.

The Digital Anthropologist • 0 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Climate change
  1. The Mayans faced collapse due to limits in their cognitive capacity to develop technology to address severe drought, teaching us the importance of technological advancement in facing crises.
  2. Climate change poses complex challenges like water scarcity and extreme weather events, but AI, coupled with quantum computing, may offer tools to help innovate solutions faster and more efficiently.
  3. While AI can enhance innovation and problem-solving, humans still possess a unique ability to creatively connect ideas and find solutions, suggesting that AI may be a valuable tool in addressing the complexities of climate change.

✅ Monday briefing: Tickets for WaddsCon on pitching journalists, UN report, climate disinformation, conversation therapy, snap judgements, LinkedIn editorial, social discord, algospeak, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 11 Apr 22
📰 News Climate change
  1. The UN warns that without immediate action, global temperatures could rise by 3.2 degrees Celsius by the end of the century. This highlights the urgent need for climate action.
  2. Pinterest is working to combat climate misinformation by removing content that distorts climate facts. This is a step towards ensuring accurate information about climate change is shared.
  3. New social media trends, like 'algospeak', are emerging as users find creative ways to avoid censorship. These changes reflect how people adapt to platform rules while expressing themselves.

The Hellish Reality of Venus

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 22 Aug 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Venus has a very thick atmosphere mostly made of carbon dioxide, which traps heat and creates extreme temperatures of about 464°C. This causes a runaway greenhouse effect, making Venus one of the hottest places in our solar system.
  2. In the past, Venus might have had liquid water and a more Earth-like climate. But intense heating from the Sun caused water to evaporate, leading to the loss of its oceans and transforming it into a dry, barren planet.
  3. Earth is not immune to similar environmental issues. If we keep increasing greenhouse gas emissions, we could face severe climate changes in the future, highlighting the need for immediate action to protect our planet.

July 2024 Becomes Second-Hottest Month on Record, Narrowly Missing Top Spot

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 08 Aug 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. July 2024 was the second hottest month ever recorded, just a tiny bit cooler than July 2023. This means our planet is still getting warmer.
  2. Global temperatures are about 1.48°C higher than pre-industrial levels, showing clear signs of climate change. These changes will keep happening unless we reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  3. Temperature changes were felt everywhere, with Europe experiencing a notably hot month, while some areas like Antarctica and parts of the U.S. saw cooler temperatures.

California Against the Sea

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 07 Aug 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. California's coastline is facing serious threats from rising sea levels and climate change. The impact of these changes affects not just the environment but also the people and communities that live there.
  2. Urban development along the coast has destroyed natural habitats. Protecting properties with barriers like sea walls can lead to more erosion and disrupt marine life, highlighting the need for better coastal management.
  3. Indigenous communities have valuable knowledge about sustainable coastal practices. Their involvement is crucial in developing solutions to environmental challenges caused by rising sea levels.

"But the Island I love, and I wish I were not seeing it in one of the seasons of hell."

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jul 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Greece has been facing extremely high temperatures, reaching 44.5ºC in June 2024. This heat has caused several fatalities, including tourists who couldn't cope with the conditions.
  2. The heatwaves are getting more severe and last longer now. In July, Greece had 16 days where temperatures stayed above 37°C, even during the night.
  3. Research shows that these heatwaves are a result of climate change, and they hurt poorer countries more. As global warming continues, the impacts of heatwaves will get worse for everyone.

The Warmest Day ... The Warmest Month ... The Warmest Year ...

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jul 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. July 2024 has seen the highest daily global temperature ever recorded, reaching 17.15°C, which signals a worrying trend of rising temperatures.
  2. June 2024 also broke records, becoming the warmest June in history and making it 13 consecutive months of record high temperatures.
  3. Predictions suggest that by 2070, many cities currently in temperate zones will face harsher climates, showing how climate change could drastically alter our living conditions.

Leading by Example: SC Johnson's Pioneering step in Corporate Environmental Responsibility

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jun 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. SC Johnson was the first company to stop using harmful CFCs in their products, showing how businesses can lead in protecting the environment.
  2. The decision to remove CFCs not only helped the environment but also saved the company money by using cheaper alternatives.
  3. Other industries, like oil and gas, can follow SC Johnson's example by taking proactive steps to reduce pollution and invest in cleaner technologies.

Headlines from a Warming World No 14

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 30 May 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. 2023 was the hottest year recorded, with significant temperature increases above pre-industrial levels. This is a worrying trend for climate change and its effects on the planet.
  2. Central Brazil is experiencing an unprecedented drought, severely impacting agriculture and water supplies. This situation highlights the challenges many regions face due to climate change.
  3. A landmark lawsuit in South Korea challenges the government's climate policies, representing a broader concern about climate action in East Asia. The outcome could influence future legal actions about climate responsibility in the region.

Mangroves Over Carbon Capture Technologies:

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 27 Apr 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Mangroves are amazing at absorbing carbon from the atmosphere, doing a better job than many technical solutions like Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). They absorb millions of tons of carbon each year, which is like taking millions of cars off the road.
  2. While CCS tries to use technology to solve carbon emissions issues, it can be very costly and often doesn't deliver on promises. It's complex and needs a lot of energy, which can sometimes create more pollution instead of reducing it.
  3. Protecting and restoring mangrove ecosystems is a natural and effective approach to combat climate change. They not only help store carbon but also support wildlife and protect coastal communities from storms and erosion.

Exploring the En-ROADS Climate Solutions Simulator

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 20 Apr 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. The En-ROADS Climate Solutions Simulator helps people understand climate change and how different actions can impact the future. It's like a fun game where you can see what happens when you change policies around energy, land use, and more.
  2. If we keep doing things the way we are now, temperatures could rise by 3.3°C by 2100. This could make many areas unlivable because of extreme heat, drought, and food shortages.
  3. You can interact with the simulator to see what happens if we choose different paths, like using more renewable energy or planting trees. This is a great tool for learning about climate solutions and making better choices.

Facing the Future: The Staggering Economic Toll of Climate Change

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 18 Apr 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Climate change will likely cause a huge drop in global income, around 19% in the next 25 years. That's a lot of money we're talking about, around $38 trillion each year by 2049.
  2. Developing countries will suffer the most from climate change, facing income losses that could be 61% worse than those in richer nations. It's unfair that those who did the least to cause the problem will feel the biggest impact.
  3. We need to act fast and cut down on carbon emissions. The costs of not doing anything will be higher than what we need to spend to prevent warming.

A Climate of Cooperation

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 04 Apr 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. In the 1970s, scientists began to understand that human activities were a major cause of climate change. They saw rising carbon dioxide levels and pushed for international collaboration to study and address environmental issues.
  2. During the Cold War, the US and Soviet Union signed the Environmental Bilateral agreement to protect the environment. This showed that even rival nations could cooperate on important global challenges like climate change.
  3. Today, the US and China face similar tensions but are still trying to work together on climate issues. Their partnership is crucial since they are the world's largest carbon emitters, and addressing climate change requires joint efforts.

The Arctic and its Resources

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. The Arctic is warming much faster than other parts of the world, leading to the loss of sea ice, which can cause more global warming and rising sea levels.
  2. Despite the Arctic being rich in resources like oil, gas, and minerals, the environmental risks from extracting these resources are significant, affecting both the ecosystem and local communities.
  3. As new shipping routes open up due to melting ice, there's potential for economic growth, but this must be balanced with the need to protect the fragile Arctic environment and support indigenous populations.

The Warming Arctic

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. The Arctic is warming quickly, which affects global weather patterns and can lead to more extreme weather events, like heatwaves and heavy rains.
  2. As Arctic ice melts, it raises sea levels, posing a threat to coastal communities around the world, including in the UK.
  3. The loss of Arctic ice disrupts ocean currents and can harm wildlife, forcing animals to seek refuge in human areas, which leads to challenges for both wildlife and people.

February 2024 on course to Break Temperature Records

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. February 2024 is likely to break temperature records due to rising global temperatures. Both human activity and natural patterns like El Niño are causing these increases.
  2. The interaction of different climate factors makes it hard to predict exact outcomes, but the data shows a clear trend of warming. Even without El Niño and other influences, global temperatures are still rising.
  3. Experts are analyzing climate data to understand these changes better. The findings highlight a concerning reality for our planet's future.

Climate Change's Next Victim? The Stability of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC)

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is important for ocean currents, and it may collapse due to melting ice and more rain. This could greatly impact the global climate.
  2. If AMOC weakens, northern Europe might get colder, and some places could see worse droughts and heatwaves. This could also hit agriculture and force people to move.
  3. There is a new warning system to track AMOC's health using climate models. It's important to understand these changes to avoid serious consequences.

This is the future that we saw coming but chose not to stop.

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Hurricanes are getting stronger. Scientists suggest adding a new category to the hurricane scale to better warn people about this risk.
  2. Wildfires in places like Chile are getting worse, resulting in loss of life and homes. Climate change is making these fires bigger and more dangerous.
  3. Cities are taking steps to reduce pollution, like Paris tripling parking costs for SUVs. This shows a trend towards less car use and encourages greener transportation.