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Why Is Homeowners Insurance Getting So Expensive?

Construction Physics β€’ 32987 implied HN points β€’ 23 Jan 25
πŸ’° Finance Insurance Economics Real Estate Risk management Climate Impact Homeownership
  1. Homeowners insurance costs have risen a lot over the past years, with a 33% average increase between 2020 and 2023. This has made it tough for many to afford insurance, leading some to rely on state-backed options.
  2. While rising construction costs and home sizes explain part of the increase, climate change and more frequent severe weather events are likely major factors driving up insurance prices further.
  3. Interestingly, even though some types of damage have become less frequent, the cost to repair them has increased, particularly for wind, hail, and water damage, which contribute significantly to higher insurance losses.

SOME IMAGES: This Morning's Pacific Palisades Fire in Los Angeles

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality β€’ 269 implied HN points β€’ 08 Jan 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Wildfires Global Warming Natural Disasters Environmental Policy Climate Impact
  1. Al Gore and Bill Clinton came close to tackling climate change 30 years ago, but some politicians blocked progress.
  2. Dealing with global warming will likely cost a lot of money in the future, especially for managing wildfires.
  3. The biggest future dangers from climate change may not be wildfires, but issues related to water systems in Asia.

When the Climate Was Perfect

The Honest Broker Newsletter β€’ 1854 implied HN points β€’ 26 Dec 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Impact Policy
  1. Global climate policies are now focused on global average surface temperature as an indicator of overall well-being
  2. The period of 1850-1900 is considered a baseline, but historical extremes highlight the fallacy of it being 'perfect'
  3. Climate history shows that the past had extreme climate events, emphasizing the importance of adaptive capacity
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Two Really Dumb Things We Might Be Able to Stop

The Crucial Years β€’ 886 implied HN points β€’ 25 May 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Climate Impact Environmental Policy
  1. Massachusetts is a liberal Democratic state with leaders pushing for green initiatives like divesting from fossil fuels and protesting against harmful projects like the MVP pipeline.
  2. The MVP pipeline project, a fracked gas pipeline running through Appalachia, is facing mass protests due to environmental concerns and the decreasing demand for fracked gas.
  3. There is a global movement towards renewable energy advocacy to address climate change and transition away from fossil fuels.

Biden’s Halt Of New Natural Gas Exports Will Hurt Poor People, Says Ex-Extinction Rebellion Leader

Public β€’ 260 implied HN points β€’ 01 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Impact Environmental advocacy Clean Energy Global Warming Natural Gas
  1. Climate activists argue that halting natural gas exports from the US is crucial for combating global warming.
  2. There was pressure from various sources, including activists, politicians, and celebrities, for President Biden to pause new LNG export approvals.
  3. The study that influenced Biden's decision to halt LNG exports had inaccuracies and was quietly corrected, raising questions about the initial campaign against LNG.

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

Adetokunbo Sees β€’ 208 implied HN points β€’ 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.

XL Bully carbon pawprint

Logging the World β€’ 179 implied HN points β€’ 13 Sep 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Carbon Footprint Climate Impact Environmental sustainability
  1. American Bully XL dogs can have a significant carbon footprint due to their diet, which can be comparable to the emissions of energy-rich European countries.
  2. Feeding an American Bully XL 1 kilo of UK beef per day could result in over 7 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year.
  3. The carbon footprint of owning a large dog like an American Bully XL is significant and should be considered in discussions about sustainability.

Desperate Oil Companies trick Desperate Cities: the Desperate Underbelly of Oil Spills

Adetokunbo Sees β€’ 208 implied HN points β€’ 28 Oct 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Oil Spills Climate Impact Environmental Crisis
  1. Communities often resort to desperate methods to clean up oil spills, like using hair or bare hands.
  2. Oil spills lead to lasting environmental damage, affecting wildlife and worsen climate change.
  3. Investing in solar panel products offers a promising future for clean and sustainable energy solutions.

Could we stop Yellowstone from erupting with a giant geothermal power plant?

Construction Physics β€’ 213 HN points β€’ 25 Apr 23
πŸ”¬ Science Geothermal Energy Climate Impact
  1. Yellowstone National Park sits on top of a supervolcano that could have catastrophic eruptions
  2. Using a giant geothermal power plant to bleed off heat from the magma chambers could prevent Yellowstone from erupting and generate electricity
  3. Developing such technology could provide benefits beyond just Yellowstone and address a major risk to civilization

Colorado Farmers Win Their Right To Repair: Week in Repair

Fight to Repair β€’ 19 implied HN points β€’ 28 Apr 23
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ U.S. Politics Legislation Antitrust Data security Climate Impact
  1. Colorado became the first state to pass a right to repair law for agricultural equipment. This empowers farmers to access information, parts, and software for repairs, reducing delays and costs.
  2. National and federal momentum is growing for right to repair laws. Federal legislation has gained more bipartisan support, with 8 new sponsors joining the REPAIR Act in the U.S. House of Representatives.
  3. Discarded routers still contain sensitive data, highlighting the need for more efficient data wiping methods. Research shows that a significant portion of discarded electronics can still be functional or in need of minor repairs, urging for mandatory reuse efforts.

Plastics damaged oceans. Plastics damaged Rivers: Rocks are Up-Coming Things Plastics are Damaging

Adetokunbo Sees β€’ 5 HN points β€’ 30 Dec 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Plastic Pollution Climate Impact Microplastics Environmental Concerns
  1. Plastics are damaging oceans and rivers, but now plastic rocks are becoming a concern.
  2. There is a rise in companies focusing on plant-based meat, cell-based meat, fermentation, and enzymes.
  3. Opportunities are available for founders, creators, investors, and activists in various startup competitions and events.

Ancient Viruses, Dengue and More Diseases: Visitors as the World Heats up

Adetokunbo Sees β€’ 1 HN point β€’ 27 Jan 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Health Sustainability Climate Impact
  1. Warmer temperatures are accelerating the spread of diseases like dengue and malaria.
  2. Thawing permafrost is bringing back ancient viruses, posing a threat of new disease outbreaks.
  3. Reducing carbon emissions can help mitigate the impact of climate change on disease spread and the emergence of ancient viruses.

Sean Jewell: "corredora" & "Unhyphenate -Me"

Do Not Research β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 15 Feb 22
πŸ₯ Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Climate Impact Personal Growth Emotional Well-being
  1. The situation in the hospital reflects struggles with engineers on strike and a global supply chain crisis
  2. The concept of "hyphen" is used symbolically to highlight contradictions and challenges in modern life
  3. The desire for authenticity and emotional expression without the constraints of labels or market-driven solutions is emphasized

The discovery of a hole in the sky (Part:1)

The Climate Historian β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 28 Jun 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Environmental Policy Climate Impact
  1. In the 1970s, scientists discovered that chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), which were widely used in products like refrigerators and aerosol sprays, were harming the ozone layer. This was a big deal because the ozone layer protects us from the sun's harmful UV rays.
  2. Mario Molina and F. Sherwood Rowland conducted research that showed CFCs release chlorine in the atmosphere, which leads to ozone depletion. Their findings highlighted a serious global environmental issue, causing them to call for a ban on these substances.
  3. Despite initial resistance from the chemical industry, the government eventually took action against CFCs, leading to policies that phased them out. This response helped protect the ozone layer and was an important step in environmental policy.

Why John Podesta was Biden's only choice for Kerry's climate role

Callaway Climate Insights β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 01 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Impact
  1. John Podesta was chosen as Biden's top climate advisor due to his experience in climate negotiations and close relationships within the Biden Administration.
  2. Podesta's selection reflects a strategic move for the Democratic party in an election year, rather than maximizing climate progress.
  3. Naming political figures over scientific or corporate leaders in climate roles may delay impactful climate actions until after elections.

Bridging the Digital Divide in Climate: Announcing the Climate Capital Summit

Equal Ventures β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 20 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Sustainability Conference Climate Impact
  1. Collaboration and learning across different industry groups in climate sector are crucial to avoid repeating past mistakes and achieve impactful digital transformation.
  2. Creating space for interdisciplinary discourse across asset classes is necessary in the climate arena to scale businesses and address climate challenges effectively.
  3. The Climate Capital Summit provides a platform for top decision-makers in the climate industry to discuss trends and gaps, offering valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration.