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Silencing Climate Whistle-Blowers

The Climate Historian • 19 implied HN points • 02 Aug 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Policy Scientific Integrity Political Influence Whistleblowing
  1. Climate scientists often face pressure from political leaders, leading to threats against their work. For instance, Virginia Burkett, a scientist at USGS, was demoted for opposing harmful actions by the Trump administration.
  2. Historical cases show that scientists like James Hansen faced censorship for speaking out on climate change. Even reputable scientists can be silenced because of their messages that contradict certain political views.
  3. The influence of special interests can lead to significant changes in scientific priorities. This jeopardizes crucial climate research as short-term profit motives often take precedence over environmental concerns.

The Mercury is Off the Charts

The Crucial Years • 946 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Renewable Energy Wildfires Environmental Activism Climate Policy
  1. Global warming is rapidly increasing sea surface temperatures, with 2023 likely to be the hottest year yet.
  2. Despite the alarming climate situation, the fossil fuel industry is not making significant changes to reduce their impact.
  3. There is a call for urgent action to transition away from fossil fuels and support clean energy initiatives to combat the climate crisis.

Another Canary Died in the Climate Coal mine: No Skating on the World's Largest Ice Rink.

The Planet • 353 implied HN points • 14 Feb 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Global Crisis Environmental Impact Cultural heritage
  1. The Rideau Canal Skateway, the world's largest ice rink in Ottawa, is facing closure due to warming temperatures.
  2. Experts point to climate change as a likely cause for the abnormal closure of the skateway.
  3. This situation serves as a clear example of the urgent need for global action to address the climate crisis.
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Green Lights Jan. 12: Top stories this week

Callaway Climate Insights • 196 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Renewable Energy Green Technology Environmental Policy Sustainable Practices
  1. 2024 will be a challenging year for the climate with ominous reports predicting financial repercussions.
  2. California's efforts to address climate change face a temporary setback due to a budget crisis.
  3. ESG investing may see a resurgence as negative attention attracts investors towards renewable energy shares.

Giving Up On 1.5C: A Personal and Climatic Journey

This Week in MCJ (My Climate Journey) • 176 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Global Warming Greenhouse Gases Emissions Reduction
  1. Limiting global warming to under 1.5C is crucial to prevent irreversible climate impacts and protect ecosystems.
  2. The current trajectory in reducing carbon emissions is insufficient to stay within the 1.5C warming limit.
  3. Despite challenges and setbacks, it is important to maintain hope, take action, and continue efforts to address climate change.

Glacial Gardens

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 319 implied HN points • 24 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Ecosystems Climate change
  1. Glacier retreat creates unique landscapes with rocks and rubble that offer a constantly changing environment. Walking on these surfaces can be tricky and shows how glaciers shape the land.
  2. Despite being on glaciers, there are surprising ecosystems with plants and wildlife. These plants show that life can flourish in unexpected places, even in harsh conditions.
  3. Debris-covered glaciers may serve as safe havens for plants and animals as the climate warms. They can help species survive by providing a cooler habitat as they migrate to higher ground.

Carbon Sinks Are Failing

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 150 implied HN points • 16 Oct 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Science Carbon Emissions Sustainability Natural resources
  1. Carbon sinks, like forests and oceans, are not absorbing as much CO2 as they used to. This could lead to faster global warming.
  2. Recent research shows that land carbon absorption was almost zero last year, raising concerns that current climate models are not accounting for this collapse.
  3. We need to be aware and prepared for potential warming beyond the predicted timelines, as natural processes that help regulate climate are breaking down.

CEOs get real about the coming cost of climate change

Callaway Climate Insights • 176 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
💼 Business Climate change Sustainability Investment Renewable Energy Corporate Accountability
  1. Some CEOs are willing to accept lower returns on investment to make progress in fighting climate change.
  2. The focus on sustainability in business includes decarbonization and energy efficiency.
  3. Climate investing is more about long-term impact and sustainability than just financial returns.

The Last Crusade or the Temple of Doom?

Logging the World • 398 implied HN points • 14 Jan 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Impact Renewable Energy
  1. The COVID-19 pandemic led to extreme groupings on each side of the argument, mimicking past experiences in climate change discussions
  2. Centrist views, acknowledging real problems but also the progress being made, are important in addressing climate change
  3. Promoting centrist voices and avoiding extreme rhetoric can be effective in fostering positive action and moving away from a sense of hopelessness

Talking science communication with a Mythbuster

Science Forever • 119 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🔬 Science Communication Research Experiment Climate change Myths
  1. Science communication should be personalized and emotional to engage people effectively.
  2. Revisiting and retesting myths is an essential part of the scientific process and can lead to different results.
  3. Encouraging transparency in scientific publishing, advocating for open access, and embracing the self-correcting nature of science can help address the reproducibility crisis.

Japan and Climate Change: Not As Bad As It Looks, Part I

Japan Economy Watch • 279 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change
  1. Japan is facing challenges in tackling climate change due to influence from the fossil fuel lobby, but there are also strong economic forces pushing for a transition to renewable energy.
  2. The shift to renewable energy sources like solar and wind in Japan is becoming more cost-effective than operating coal or gas-fired power plants, creating a game-changing incentive for producers and consumers.
  3. Globally, there is a trend towards clean energy investment over fossil fuels, leading to a shift in the auto industry towards battery-powered electric vehicles and a decrease in the financial viability of new coal plants.

Reflexive Realism on Climate Change

The Joyous Struggle • 197 implied HN points • 29 Nov 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Renewable Energy Carbon Emissions Fossil fuels
  1. Pension funds' investments in fossil fuels can unknowingly support the climate crisis.
  2. Moving pensions away from fossil fuels can help shape a different reality and combat climate change.
  3. Divesting from fossil fuels and investing in renewable energy can have significant financial, social, and environmental impacts.

✅ Global risks report

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 139 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Global Risks Conflict Misinformation Economic outlook Climate change
  1. Extreme weather is a big concern for the year ahead, with more heatwaves and flooding expected. The hottest summer in 2023 has made this risk even clearer.
  2. Misinformation, especially from AI, is threatening elections and social unity. It's hard for governments to control this while also protecting free speech.
  3. Economic uncertainty is growing globally, with inflation and conflicts in places like Ukraine and Israel adding to the worries. Many economies are facing tough and uncertain futures.

Religion of today

Wood From Eden • 576 implied HN points • 15 Jul 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Religion Climate change Monotheism
  1. People often believe in things just because many others do, like in a religious way
  2. There are different perspectives on climate change, with debates on data interpretation and policy urgency
  3. It's crucial to give attention to various potential disasters, not just focus on a single issue like carbon dioxide emissions

Emerging from the Fog

Field Guide to the Anthropocene • 235 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Conservation Environmental justice Renewable Energy Wildfires
  1. The world is facing extreme climate changes due to greenhouse gas emissions affecting temperatures and ecosystems.
  2. Human actions and inactions are contributing to the worsening climate crisis, leading to heatwaves, wildfires, and extreme weather events.
  3. Efforts to address climate change include clean energy initiatives, conservation victories, and legal actions against fossil fuel companies.

Sabine Hossenfelder promoting fossil fuels over electric vehicles

aukehoekstra • 59 implied HN points • 23 Apr 24
🔬 Science Environment Electric Vehicles Climate change Physics Energy
  1. Sabine Hossenfelder, a popular figure known for her physics background, has been criticized for promoting gasoline cars over electric vehicles.
  2. Electric vehicles can help solve grid issues and contribute positively to the energy system by offering flexibility and potential cost savings.
  3. The sales of electric vehicles continue to rise, with advancements in technology making them more environmentally friendly and cost-effective compared to fossil fuel cars.

Planting Trees Is a Great Plan B

Climateer • 755 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Carbon Sequestration Biodiversity Greenhouse Gas Emissions
  1. Planting trees is a good way to help mitigate climate change, but it's not a substitute for reducing emissions and protecting existing forests.
  2. Reforestation projects should aim to recreate natural forests using native species to avoid negative impacts like habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity.
  3. While aggressive tree planting could remove significant amounts of carbon, realistic forestation efforts need to consider costs, competing land uses like agriculture, and the challenges of maintaining forest areas.

Name the Damn Perp

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 110 implied HN points • 09 Oct 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental Policy Global Warming Sustainability Carbon Emissions
  1. When talking about climate change, it is important to identify who is really responsible for the problem. Blaming 'humanity' takes the focus away from those in power.
  2. The climate crisis is driven by wealthy individuals and corporations who make choices that harm the environment. They are the ones who have the power to change things.
  3. To inspire real action on climate change, the conversation should target the rich and powerful, because they are the ones who can actually make a difference.

Love, Safety, and Connection in Times of Climate Distress

Save Our Happy Place • 5 implied HN points • 11 Jan 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Meditation Mental health Community support
  1. Meditation can help people cope with feelings of grief and anxiety, especially during difficult times caused by climate disasters. It is a way to send positive thoughts and support to those struggling.
  2. Engaging in loving-kindness meditation can transform feelings of despair into hope and compassion. It encourages a sense of connection, not just to each other, but to the planet as well.
  3. Sharing these meditative practices with others can foster community and resilience in facing climate change together. It’s important to offer support and stay connected during tough times.

Thoughts on the Energy Transition

GEM Energy Analytics • 219 implied HN points • 24 Sep 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Energy transition Sustainability Renewable Energy Climate change Environmental Policy
  1. A presentation on the Energy Transition is available for download. It's based on various sources and designed for live discussions.
  2. The slides alone do not explain everything, so the spoken context is important for understanding fully.
  3. Feedback and contact are encouraged, showing that the creator values input from others.

Renewables Mania And Woke Dogma Behind Hawaii Fire, Not Climate Change

Public • 469 implied HN points • 17 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Wildfires Renewable Energy Environmental Policy Disinformation
  1. Climate change may not have directly caused the Hawaii fire, as the strong winds from Hurricane Dora played a significant role.
  2. Human-made changes to the landscape, including the growth of invasive grasses due to former sugar cane farms, contributed to the fire's intensity.
  3. Issues like failure to clear flammable grasses around electric wires and delayed release of water by a state official also played crucial roles in the Hawaii fire.

Pseudoscience, Greed, And Nihilism Behind Disinformation On Climate Change And Fires

Public • 413 implied HN points • 28 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Disinformation Climate change Pseudoscience Nihilism
  1. Climate change is not the main cause of increasing wildfires globally, despite popular belief.
  2. The amount of area burned annually by fire has actually decreased over the last quarter-century.
  3. Preventing uncontrollable forest fires involves better forest management practices like selective logging and prescribed burning.

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

Adetokunbo Sees • 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.

The Eight Deadly Sins of Analyzing the Energy Transition

Climateer • 302 implied HN points • 10 Nov 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Energy transition Podcasts
  1. The Eight Deadly Sins of Analyzing the Energy Transition discusses common mistakes in predicting the transition to clean technologies.
  2. Recommended climate podcasts include Volts, Catalyst, Cleaning Up, The Energy Transition Show, and My Climate Journey.
  3. Consider subscribing for occasional linkposts with interesting climate change articles and podcast recommendations.

The Hysterical Style in Western Politics

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 218 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Climate change Russia-Ukraine conflict
  1. Politics today is characterized by the use of hysterical style to manipulate public opinion and mobilize support for specific programs.
  2. Hysterical narratives in politics often revolve around urgent, emotionally charged issues that dominate the public discussion for a period of time.
  3. The hysterical style in Western politics, fueled by media hysteria, has shifted focus from issues like migrant crisis to climate change and other crises, always seeking public attention through dramatic appeals.

Underdog Founders - Paul trades Emmy nods for a bootstrapped studio to save the planet.

ChatGPT4 as a CEO and Underdog Founders • 117 implied HN points • 28 Dec 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Environmental awareness Content creation Collaboration Impact
  1. Paul created Rewriting Extinction to engage people with climate change through comics.
  2. Despite setbacks, Paul's honesty and perseverance attracted big names like Richard Curtis and Cara Delevingne to support the project.
  3. Rewriting Extinction saw success with viral comics, partnerships with Netflix and Google, and changing the conversation around climate change storytelling.

Recession Tug-of-War: Downside versus Bright Side

Risk Musings • 401 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
💰 Finance Economy Real Estate Inflation Insurance Climate change
  1. The US economy faces challenges like high interest rates, commercial real estate vacancies, inflation, and climate change.
  2. Despite challenges, positive factors like AI, consumer demand, residential real estate, and labor strength are helping the economy remain resilient.
  3. The tug-of-war between downside risks and bright side factors will determine the economic outcome in the short, medium, and long terms.

Problems Posing as Solutions, Part 1

Field Guide to the Anthropocene • 176 implied HN points • 16 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Conservation Sustainability Ecosystems Global impact
  1. To address climate change effectively, we need new, innovative thinking
  2. Carbon dioxide removal and storage technologies like DAC face immense challenges and may not be the most effective solutions
  3. Carbon offsets have limitations and may not be as effective as hoped, requiring more direct action to reduce emissions and protect ecosystems

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

Adetokunbo Sees • 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.

Occupy again (and differently)

Activist Futurism • 179 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Activism Elites Climate change Imagination
  1. Activism's current theories of change are considered incorrect and need to be reevaluated.
  2. Today's activist culture is perceived as broken, leading to the creation of the online Activist School to address these issues.
  3. Political ideologies are seen as limiting our imagination of what can be achieved, pushing for the importance of thinking beyond traditional boundaries and forming alliances for tackling massive global challenges.