The hottest Environmental Issues Substack posts right now

Looking for root causes can be attractive, but sometimes it's better to focus on finding and implementing imperfect, temporary solutions instead of getting lost in the complexity of the 'true cause' of a problem.
In complex systems like the environment or human societies, the idea of a single 'root cause' can be elusive, and efforts to dig deep might lead to unintended consequences due to interconnected issues.
Patching things can be a practical approach, especially in evolving systems like nature and societies. Embracing the continuous cycle of problem-solving and expecting new challenges and solutions may be more sustainable than aiming for one perfect fix.

The book offers a data-driven look at environmental problems and how to solve them with a cautiously hopeful tone.
It promotes urgent optimism in tackling solvable environmental issues relying on focused human effort and data-driven solutions.
The book covers various environmental challenges and highlights the interconnected solutions to address them.

Biden may have not necessarily lost a legal challenge if he rejected the Willow project.
Even if Biden lost a legal challenge, he could have still prevented the project from moving forward.
There was no need for Biden to approve Willow in order to implement new regulations protecting the Arctic.

MSNBC and other Sunday morning news shows are not covering the Ohio chemical train derailment from a political standpoint
The corporate media has covered the derailment as straight news, but with little critique of government and railway claims
The lack of political scrutiny on the Ohio derailment highlights a trend of de-politicization in media coverage of environmental disasters

When it comes to the environment and fossil fuels, we are the baddies.
The United States is lagging behind in green technology compared to China.
Americans have made progress in energy technology, but market access is hindered by opponents of progress.

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Reading about environmental issues can help fill gaps in our knowledge and understanding.
With the current climate crisis, we need to shift towards a more proactive and holistic approach to protecting our planet.
Reading reliable sources can educate us on environmental issues and empower us to advocate for necessary changes.

The US Department of Justice is supporting farmers in an anti-trust lawsuit against Deere, highlighting the importance of right to repair and fighting against repair restrictions imposed by companies.
There is a growing movement among farmers to use older machines and explore open-source tractor software to ensure they can repair their equipment themselves, especially in rural areas where repair options are limited.
Legislation is being introduced in multiple states, including Colorado, to force manufacturers to provide tools and resources necessary for farmers to make their own repairs, emphasizing the need for immediate action to address repair issues in farming equipment.

The birds discussed environmental challenges such as climate change and habitat destruction.
Despite the challenges, they found hope in taking positive action.
The story emphasized the importance of unity and supporting each other during difficult times.

Roadside guardrails may not be strong enough for heavier electric vehicles with bulky batteries.
Some towns are replacing metal guardrails with stronger alternatives after accidents.
Guardrails may need to be redesigned to handle the force of electric vehicle crashes.