Discussion: Global Warming, Emission Standards, and Other Environmental Issues - Part 1

[squeekness]

Fossil Fuel Pollution Is "Literally Cooking" The Great Barrier Reef Right Now

The Great Barrier Reef is seeing the fifth major bleaching event in just eight years. How much more can it take?

www.iflscience.com

 

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https://edition.cnn.com/2024/03/08/weather/winter-warmth-record-climate/index.html

 

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[squeekness]

On this I certainly agree. They shouldn't be getting paid to make things worse for everyone.

 

[blueharvest]

Alberta to ban renewables on ‘prime’ land and preserve ‘pristine viewscapes’

Decision by premier Danielle Smith further pits Canadian province against environmental groups pushing green energy

www.theguardian.com

 

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Almost half of cane growers sceptical of science behind laws protecting Great Barrier Reef | Great Barrier Reef | The Guardian

Review found ongoing ‘mistrust’ among farmers, including many who remain unconvinced by need for pollution regulations

amp.theguardian.com

 

[squeekness]

Can't make money if you have to drastically change how you farm.

 

[blueharvest]

Liverpool unveils plans to build the world's largest tidal power project

The City of Liverpool, England, has unveiled advanced proposals to build the world’s largest tidal power generator on the River Mersey.

electrek.co

 

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Liverpool unveils plans to build the world's largest tidal power project

The City of Liverpool, England, has unveiled advanced proposals to build the world’s largest tidal power generator on the River Mersey.

electrek.co

Hope it isn't too disruptive to the ecosystems there.

 

[blueharvest]

No big North Sea fossil fuel country has plan to stop drilling in time for 1.5C goal

UK, Germany, Netherlands, Norway and Denmark have failed to align oil and gas policies with Paris pledges, say campaigners

www.theguardian.com

 

[squeekness]

This planet is so screwed.

 

[blueharvest]

This planet is so screwed.

Pretty much.

 

[blueharvest]

Europe unprepared for rapidly growing climate risks, report finds

Dangers of wildfires, extreme weather and other factors outgrowing preparedness, European Environment Agency says

www.google.com

 

[blueharvest]

Near-record energy sector methane emissions expected to fall: IEA

Fossil fuel emissions from methane, which are more potent than those from carbon dioxide, are projected to decline after increasing last year, according to a report released Wednesday by the Intern…

thehill.com

 

[squeekness]

Europe unprepared for rapidly growing climate risks, report finds

Dangers of wildfires, extreme weather and other factors outgrowing preparedness, European Environment Agency says

www.google.com

I don't think ANY region is prepared. It's a huge problem that we should have started working on a long time ago.

 

[blueharvest]

45 states are now covered by a climate action plan. These 5 opted out.

The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants Program provides more than $250 million to help states, cities and territories transition to a low-carbon economy.

www.google.com

 

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German greenhouse gas emissions dropped sharply last year, raising hopes of meeting 2030 target

Official data shows Germany’s greenhouse gas emissions dropped by one-tenth last year as renewable energy grew in importance, the use of coal and gas diminished and economic pressures weighed on businesses and consumers

abcnews.go.com

 

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German greenhouse gas emissions dropped sharply last year, raising hopes of meeting 2030 target

Official data shows Germany’s greenhouse gas emissions dropped by one-tenth last year as renewable energy grew in importance, the use of coal and gas diminished and economic pressures weighed on businesses and consumers

abcnews.go.com

Now if we could only get this done in the US.

 

[blueharvest]

Now if we could only get this done in the US.

If we can vote out most of the Republicans in both the House and the Senate, there might be a chance.

 

[squeekness]

If we can vote out most of the Republicans in both the House and the Senate, there might be a chance.

It would be nice. Our progress has been much too slow.

 

[blueharvest]

12 months of record ocean heat has scientists puzzled and concerned

The huge temperature anomaly — which climate change alone is unlikely to explain — could be a bad sign for hurricane season.

www.nbcnews.com

 

[squeekness]

12 months of record ocean heat has scientists puzzled and concerned

The huge temperature anomaly — which climate change alone is unlikely to explain — could be a bad sign for hurricane season.

www.nbcnews.com

It concerns me a lot. I live on the East coast.

 

[blueharvest]

Climate change: The 'insane' plan to save the Arctic's sea-ice

Could a daring experiment help our planet or is it a dangerous distraction?

www.bbc.com

 

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Miami’s chief heat officer knows the challenges of a climate-focused job in Florida

Jane Gilbert is working to figure out how one of the hottest cities in the U.S. can protect its most vulnerable denizens while navigating Florida politics.

www.nbcnews.com

 

[MagnarTheGreat]

Biden adopts new vehicle emissions rules preferred by automakers and labor unions

The timeline is less aggressive than environmentalists preferred.

www.theverge.com