This piece in The Economist puts humankind’s position vis-a-vis climate change into perspective. It’s not the end of the world, and it’s not the end of humanity either.
Category: Climate Change
Changing the World Starts with You and Me
The incredible photos here remind us of one thing: the power that rests in all of us to change the world. When Greta Thunberg would skip school each Friday to protest here government leaders’ indifference to environmental protection, she could not …
Humankind at a Climate Crossroads
I know I’ve posted and commented on this timeline (below) before, which maps the path of human civilization over the past 22,000 years alongside global temperatures–yet it bears repeating. Wouldn’t it be great if everyone had at least some command of …
Take a Cool Guess—The Fun Quiz on Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability. Today’s Topic: The Climate Change “Debate”
Question: How much do each of the world’s five largest oil companies spend annually in sewing doubt about climate change into the public mind, and lobbying to prevent or at least delay legislation that would protect our planet from climate …
Hard To Argue Against Greta Thunberg
Nice to see how young climate activist Greta Thunberg is capturing the hearts and minds of so many millions all over the world. Love how her calm demeanor belies her unyielding demand for a sustainable future.
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It May Be Too Late to See Alaska Before Global Heat Changes It Forever
It is said that one should visit Alaska as one’s last trip, since nothing else can match its beauty. In large measure, that’s no longer true. Last July 4th, when it was hotter in Anchorage, Alaska than it was in Key …
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Are We Screwed?
If you’re offended by vulgar language, you may want to skip this hilarious but deadly accurate video on the state of the planet vis-a-vis climate change. One thing I like about this is that, in addition to its considerable comedic …
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Koch Died “of Complications of a Stake Driven into His Heart.” Love it.
Who doesn’t love a good laugh? Who doesn’t have deep respect for true talent in comedy and writing? Simply fabulous. (Note the name of the paper.) Ha!
Cause of Wild Fires
I had the pleasure of meeting a local fire fighter recently. Out in the country, that means wildfires, and out in this particular part of the country (Santa Barbara County) that means you’re a very busy fellow, because, in the …
Greenland Ice Melt
Traveling to Greenland and watching glaciers fall apart must be a life-changing experience. For those of us who must content ourselves with videos, I offer this. We live in a time of environmental upheaval, and the survival of our civilization hinges …
