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Why I'm Writing a Climate Out-Of-Office

Green Graphic Design • 58 implied HN points • 23 May 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Crisis Extreme Weather Natural Disasters Global Warming Sustainability
  1. Extreme weather events due to the climate crisis are becoming more common and impactful
  2. Working conditions during extreme weather can be unsafe and unhealthy, requiring time and space to handle
  3. Creating a climate-related out-of-office message is important for self-care and to communicate with clients during challenging weather conditions

Throwing Soup on a Painting Wasn't As Nonsensical as People Claim

The 21st Century Proletarian • 19 implied HN points • 02 Nov 22
🎨 Art & Illustration Climate Crisis Cultural critique Symbolism
  1. Throwing soup on a painting was a symbolic act meant to attract attention to climate activism.
  2. The action was more about performance art and disturbing the status quo than about causing real damage.
  3. The use of soup as a symbol conveyed a message of impending loss and the need for radical change to save what we have.

A Corrupted COP

The Crucial Years • 2 HN points • 28 Nov 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Crisis Fossil fuels Environmental justice Carbon Emissions
  1. New revelations show the unethical behaviors of some oil-rich nations in leveraging oil and gas deals globally.
  2. Documents reveal plans by countries like Saudi Arabia to increase fossil fuel usage, undermining global climate efforts.
  3. The actions of oil companies and countries to maintain profit from fossil fuels instead of transitioning to cleaner energy sources can have severe consequences for the planet.

December 31, 2021

The False Consensus Effect • 19 implied HN points • 31 Dec 21
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Crisis Environmental Impact Sustainability Carbon Emissions Extinction
  1. The author reflects on the interconnectedness of all life and the need to focus on what truly matters, beyond material possessions and capitalist nightmares.
  2. The author discusses the impact of personal actions on the environment, highlighting the importance of making conscious decisions to reduce one's carbon footprint.
  3. The author advocates for a shift in societal norms and governmental regulations to address climate change, emphasizing the urgency of collective action and sacrifices to prevent further environmental degradation.
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Lucia Santina Ribisi: Climate Chaos, Baby (Trailer)

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 16 Oct 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Documentary Ethics Generation Z Environmental justice Climate Crisis
  1. A short documentary explores how Generation Z views having children in the midst of the climate crisis.
  2. The film challenges traditional research methods by featuring young voices discussing topics like environmental ethics.
  3. Director Lucia Ribisi collaborates with activists and art students to promote reproductive and environmental justice through multimedia projects.

How to Succeed on a Planet in Crisis

The Snap Forward • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Crisis Adaptation Ethics Risk management Community Engagement
  1. The course focuses on preparing individuals for the challenges of a rapidly-worsening planetary crisis by teaching strategies for making informed decisions and planning for the future.
  2. Participants will gain new frameworks to navigate emerging patterns, develop a stronger personal ruggedization strategy, and integrate climate foresight into their careers and daily lives.
  3. The course emphasizes the importance of understanding the scale of change, assessing relative safety in different locations, and building a platform for success amidst uncertainty by engaging in critical conversations and forming shared visions.

Gas Stories

The False Consensus Effect • 0 implied HN points • 19 Feb 21
🌞 Climate & Environment Environmental Activism Renewable Energy Fossil fuels Climate Crisis Pollution
  1. Furnace trouble can be fixed temporarily, but it's important to address the underlying issue to avoid repetitive problems.
  2. The urgency to reduce carbon emissions is emphasized, pushing for significant lifestyle changes to combat global warming.
  3. Political decisions can have detrimental consequences, and it's crucial for individuals to advocate for environmental protection to prevent harmful practices like hydrofracking.

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 Environmental Impact Climate Crisis
  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.

People judged me for going to Davos as a revolutionary activist — but what I learnt was crucial

Activist Futurism • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 20
🌍 World Politics Activism Climate Crisis Davos Learning
  1. The author faced judgment for attending Davos as a revolutionary activist, but gained crucial insights from the experience.
  2. The climate crisis requires a shift in activist strategies and a departure from traditional approaches.
  3. It is important for activists to adapt and reorient their methods in response to the changing world and emergent challenges.