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Looking for Climate Perps

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 90 implied HN points • 09 Jul 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Climate change is not just an environmental issue; it's also influenced by social class and power dynamics. The wealthy and powerful often contribute to environmental harm while ignoring the consequences for those less fortunate.
  2. Most people don't have a say in important decisions regarding climate policy. Government and big businesses often make choices that affect everyone, without asking for public opinion.
  3. The effects of climate change disproportionately affect poorer nations and communities. Those who contributed the least to climate change tend to suffer the most from its impacts.

Solar Power Won't Save You, but It Will Buy You Some Time

OK Doomer • 94 implied HN points • 21 Jun 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Solar power can provide temporary relief but isn't a long-term solution for major crises. It's more about comfort and control than actual survival in tough situations.
  2. Having solar panels might seem helpful, but they can become useless if society collapses and you aren't able to maintain them or have access to battery replacements.
  3. Instead of solely relying on solar energy, it’s important to gain practical knowledge and skills in various areas, like growing food and securing water, to better prepare for future challenges.

LECTURE NOTES: 5.1. Global Warming

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 246 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Global warming is not just an environmental issue; it is changing how economies and societies work. The costs of addressing climate change could take away resources needed for future progress.
  2. As the climate shifts, we face serious challenges like unstable weather and changing environments. This affects our infrastructure and could lead to even worse disasters if not addressed quickly.
  3. Handling global warming will likely consume a lot of resources that could have helped us adapt to other economic changes. We need to think about how to support those who suffer as we transition to a more sustainable society.

This Must Be Made Personal For Deniers

Surfing the Future • 59 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Ensuring accountability for systemic crimes is crucial, with heavy financial penalties, especially for those profiting from reprehensible practices like the British empire's opium trade
  2. Uncomfortable parallels exist between historical criminal enterprises like the opium trade, the opioid crisis, and modern fossil fuel industries, hinting at potential criminalization
  3. Legal actions such as climate scientist Michael Mann's successful defamation lawsuit highlight the importance of holding false accusers accountable, pushing for strict consequences against defamers

Fractured Planet: Glaciers Thawing, Rivers Running Dry, Reefs Vanishing

Adetokunbo Sees • 208 implied HN points • 16 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Glaciers are melting at alarming rates, with many disappearing completely. This is a big concern for water supply and ecosystems.
  2. Rivers around the world are drying up, with thousands vanishing completely in recent decades. This can affect agriculture, drinking water, and wildlife.
  3. Coral reefs are facing serious threats, with significant losses in the past few decades. If we don't act now, most coral reefs could be gone by the end of the century.
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MARINE MAYHEM - Part 1

SCIENCE GODDESS • 98 implied HN points • 17 Nov 23
🔬 Science Global Warming
  1. AI advancements are exciting, but the pressing issue of climate change and its impact on oceans must not be overlooked.
  2. With dangerously rising temperatures, coral reefs and ocean systems are facing critical threats that require urgent action.
  3. While AI may offer benefits, addressing climate change and protecting ocean ecosystems should be top priorities for the future.

The IPCC and the Gates-Kerry-Gore axis of smug, jet-setting pseudoscience aren't interested in CO2 reduction. They're tyrannical zealots bent on reducing human thriving

Beck of the Pack • 58 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. The IPCC and certain renowned figures are seen as zealots focused on controlling human thriving instead of reducing CO2
  2. Disillusionment led to questioning established truths in various fields such as pharma, 9/11, and the green agenda
  3. Climate change may be influenced more by natural factors like fluctuations in sunlight and planetary dynamics rather than human actions

Why Global Warming Has Accelerated: Hansen's Lay Explanation

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 100 implied HN points • 14 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Cleaning up air pollution from shipping is leading to more warming because fewer clouds are blocking sunlight. It’s like removing a blanket that kept our planet cooler.
  2. Recent findings suggest that the climate is more sensitive to CO2 than previously thought, meaning small increases in CO2 could lead to bigger temperature rises.
  3. If warming continues, it could disrupt ocean currents, leading to severe weather changes and rising sea levels as ice melts. This could change the climate in places like Europe drastically.

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

Public • 260 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  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.

Hottest January in the History of Januaries

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 85 implied HN points • 04 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. January 2025 was the hottest January ever recorded, surprising meteorologists who expected it to cool down after previous high temperatures.
  2. The Arctic is experiencing drastic changes, including low sea ice extent and volume, which could lead to an ice-free Arctic by as early as 2027.
  3. If you’re under fifty, consider where you live, as many places will face extreme heat and water scarcity in the future.

Climate Con Job

Diane Francis • 399 implied HN points • 28 Oct 21
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. The media often creates a sense of urgency about climate change, especially around big events like COP26. This can sometimes lead to fear and panic rather than constructive solutions.
  2. There are positive developments regarding climate change that are often overlooked by those focusing solely on the negatives. It's important to recognize the progress being made.
  3. Political leaders may use the climate crisis for their own advantage, which can complicate the conversation and actions needed to address the issue. We should look critically at their motives.

Name the Damn Perp

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 110 implied HN points • 09 Oct 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  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.

Explaining Climate Policy: When Costs Aren't

David Friedman’s Substack • 260 implied HN points • 26 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. When it comes to climate policy, some people view costs as benefits, creating different perspectives on energy use and global warming solutions.
  2. Alternatives like nuclear power, natural gas, and geoengineering can help reduce global warming without reducing energy use, but not all advocates support these options.
  3. Using a crisis like global warming as an excuse for political agendas or personal beliefs is a common pattern across different contexts and political ideologies.

The Renewable Revolution

Renewable Revolution • 59 implied HN points • 07 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. The energy transition is happening fast thanks to new technology that boosts renewable energy. It's all about using the sun, wind, and other natural energy sources more efficiently.
  2. China is taking a lead in renewable energy and pushing everyone to improve and innovate quickly in this area.
  3. Market prices will reflect the energy transition in this decade, meaning investments will start focusing more on renewable sources, which is good for the environment.

BRIEFLY NOTED: For 2024-03-01 Fr

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 146 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🚌 Education Global Warming
  1. Warren Buffett expanded his investment philosophy following advice from Munger, which led to adding wonderful businesses purchased at fair prices
  2. Stock pundits have faced criticism for underperformance and being influenced by popular views, impacting small and mid-capitalisation stocks
  3. Berkshire Hathaway Energy's financial stability in the face of climate change contrasts with utilities like PG&E and Hawaiian Electric facing bankruptcy

Climate Alert: January 2024 the Hottest January in Recorded History

The Climate Historian • 19 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. January 2024 was the hottest January on record, marking a worrying trend in global warming. The average temperature was 13.14°C, which is significantly higher than temperatures from past years.
  2. Over the last year, the planet experienced its highest average temperatures yet, highlighting an urgent climate crisis. This is concerning for global efforts to keep temperatures below the critical limits set by the Paris Agreement.
  3. Despite clear evidence of climate change, leaders are not taking strong enough action. It's important for everyone to get involved and push for changes that protect the environment for future generations.

Is the Gulf Stream in Danger of Collapse?

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 70 implied HN points • 25 Oct 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. The Gulf Stream, part of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), is in danger of collapsing and could do so in the coming decades. It's important because it impacts weather and climate in Europe and beyond.
  2. Scientists are concerned that human activities, particularly global warming, have been slowing down the AMOC for around 60-70 years. This slowdown is indicated by unusual cooling in parts of the northern Atlantic.
  3. Recent studies suggest there's a significant chance of AMOC collapse by 2050. Climate models have refined estimates, showing a 59% chance of collapse before that year.

Collapsed Croplands, drought, disasters: possible implications after hottest Day ever Recorded

Adetokunbo Sees • 208 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Heat waves and droughts lead to crop failures and loss of yields, impacting global food security.
  2. Rising temperatures affect crop yields, with each degree increase in global temperature leading to significant decreases in wheat, rice, and maize production.
  3. Reducing fossil fuel emissions is crucial to mitigating the negative impacts of climate change on agriculture and food security.

In Heat

The Cosmopolitan Globalist • 19 implied HN points • 01 Jul 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Europe is facing extreme heat waves that are causing concern for public health and infrastructure. With rising temperatures, cities like Paris are struggling to cope with the effects on their buildings and services.
  2. Feline High-Rise Syndrome is a real danger for urban cats, as they can fall from windows and suffer serious injuries. A recent close call highlighted the importance of keeping windows safe for pets, especially during hot weather.
  3. The author critiques climate policy and economic decisions, suggesting that current strategies are harming American competitiveness. They believe the focus should be on enhancing clean energy innovation rather than restrictive legislation that might endanger jobs and industries.

BRIEFLY NOTED: For 2024-02-14 We

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 123 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Global Warming
  1. The COVID-19 depression and subsequent reopening have not generated consistent lessons for the future given its unique nature
  2. There are significant macro distortions in the current economy, including massive consumer spending shifts, supply chain disruptions, and job market imbalances
  3. Global warming continues to progress, as evidenced by alarming images and reports

BRIEFLY NOTED: For 2023-03-18 Mo

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 69 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
💼 Business Global Warming
  1. Economic transformations involve recognizing opportunities, investing, experiencing euphoria, and dealing with crashes, crises, and adjustments.
  2. In the Biden Administration, there is notable tension between departments like Treasury and the Pentagon, hampering collaboration for economic change.
  3. Understanding collective intelligence and distributed cognition is crucial - global economic challenges require more than individual human capabilities.

Global Warming Is Still Accelerating, in Three Graphs

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 70 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Global warming is accelerating according to three key graphs, showing temperature rise, ocean surface temperature, and energy imbalance.
  2. The energy imbalance data reveals a significant increase in energy retained by the planet, indicating an accelerating rate of heat retention.
  3. Considering the potential collapse of the future economy due to climate change, the question arises about how much of the current economy people are willing to sacrifice to prevent a complete economic collapse.

Global Warming and Air Pollution

Who is Robert Malone • 23 implied HN points • 15 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Recent studies suggest that global warming might not be solely caused by human activities. They're looking into how less air pollution could be affecting cloud cover and, in turn, the Earth's temperature.
  2. Scientists are unsure about why cloud cover is decreasing, which complicates predictions about climate change. It's clear that this area of research is still developing and not fully settled.
  3. The U.S. government has spent nearly half a trillion dollars on climate change initiatives. Many are now questioning if these efforts are based on outdated or incorrect science.

Biden's surprise World Bank pick portends dramatic climate finance shakeup

Callaway Climate Insights • 19 implied HN points • 23 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Global Warming
  1. President Biden's selection of Ajay Banga as the World Bank head hints at significant changes in climate finance for developing countries.
  2. Banga's background in global business and experience with international committees positions him well to lead the $86 billion lending portfolio of the World Bank.
  3. The appointment reflects Biden's aim of enhancing climate investments in poorer nations and indicates a shift towards a new era of climate finance.

How Global Warming Became Scientific Fact

America in Crisis • 19 implied HN points • 24 May 23
🔬 Science Global Warming
  1. The idea of global warming caused by human activities becoming a scientific fact evolved through the cultural evolution process of the scientific method, involving observation, hypothesis testing, and theory formation.
  2. Scientists in the 19th century made key discoveries about radiation and emissions that laid the foundation for understanding the greenhouse effect, and later researchers like Arrhenius and Manabe contributed to the development of climate science.
  3. Measurements and research over time have confirmed predictions about rising CO2 levels and global temperature increase, showcasing the progression of global warming from hypothesis to scientific fact.

Laundry Days | Methane and Hydroxyl Radicals

WeBeGreen • 19 implied HN points • 18 Jul 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Increased methane presence in the atmosphere due to a slowdown in anthropogenic activities raises concerns about global warming and positive feedback loops.
  2. Hydroxyl radicals (OH) play a crucial role in neutralizing harmful gases and pollutants in the atmosphere, acting like nature's powerful cleaning agent.
  3. Studying the production and recycling of OH in the atmosphere could potentially lead to new global warming mitigation technologies.

Is Imminent Extinction Likely?

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 16 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. The author believes near-term human extinction is likely, possibly within the next 10-20 years, largely due to climate change feedback loops like methane release.
  2. The author expresses frustration with political leaders influenced by powerful interests and emphasizes the need for realistic action rather than optimism without grounds.
  3. The author links mental health issues to suppressed ecological grief and criticizes relying solely on medication rather than acknowledging and addressing underlying societal issues.

Carbon Pawprints and the Rationing of Life

The Corbett Report • 20 implied HN points • 18 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. An article comparing carbon footprints of private jets to pet ownership evolved into a serious issue demanding fact-checking.
  2. The narrative of reducing carbon footprints subtly shifts towards considering human life itself as a burden on the environment.
  3. The agenda of carbon eugenics and global depopulation by manipulating perceptions about carbon emissions is already being implemented.

The Ring of Power is Corrupt, but the Ring of Crude Oil is even more Corrupt

Adetokunbo Sees • 9 HN points • 02 Dec 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming
  1. Crude oil spills are causing significant harm to wildlife and the environment in various locations around the world.
  2. Officials in oil-producing countries downplay the impact of oil spills to protect oil production and minimize public outcry.
  3. Activism against oil spills could be a crucial step in holding oil companies accountable and addressing climate change issues.