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This is on behalf of local climate change group. Material is selected by Bernie McComb and does not necessarily represent opinion of whole group.

Cities in mortal danger foreshadow the human fate – Pearls and Irritations

Often seen as marvels of the human ascendancy, the world’s great cities are in mortal danger as the resources that keep them dwindle. — Read on johnmenadue.com/cities-in-mortal-danger-foreshadow-the-human-fate/ Tipping points? Can we really not see them? Do we need to be … Continue reading

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So much enthusiasm for thorium reactors

Such high priority tech!! How promising are expectations after 70 odd years no progress? Experimental at Oak Ridge in 1950s and 60s – MSR program closed down in the early 1970, after which research stagnated in the United States.[15][16] Today, … Continue reading

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Former Fox News Execs: Sorry We Built This Shit Show

Above, Fox News “expert” insists toxic smoke is just fine for you. Thanks, guys.When did you notice the bloodstains aren’t washing off? The Messenger… Former Fox News Execs: Sorry We Built This Shit Show

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Insurer walks away from Adani’s Carmichael coal mine

But the company says Lloyd’s of London’s exit will not leave it “beleaguered” and that operations are “running like clockwork”. — Read on http://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/insurer-walks-away-from-adani-s-carmichael-coal-mine-20230707-p5dmli.html How good is this?

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Wind and solar eat fossil fuels in Europe and US, but it’s a slow burn in Australia | RenewEconomy

The pace of change in some of the world’s biggest grids is accelerating, but in Australia the transition is facing problems for governments and agencies. — Read on reneweconomy.com.au/wind-and-solar-eat-fossil-fuels-in-europe-and-us-but-its-a-slow-burn-in-australia/

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Climate change: Australia sides with China, Russia to sink Pacific nations’ plan

Despite the government’s vow to act on climate and strengthen ties with the Pacific, Australia has declined to back a plan to clean up global shipping. — Read on http://www.smh.com.au/environment/climate-change/australia-sides-with-china-russia-in-bid-to-sink-pacific-nations-climate-plan-20230630-p5dky1.html Albanese disappoints, again Net zero is a trap, depending on … Continue reading

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Arboreal Forest RIP

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Climate scientists: concept of net zero is a dangerous trap

Prominent academics, including a former IPCC chair, round on governments worldwide for using the concept of net zero emissions to ‘greenwash’ their lack of commitment to solving global warming. — Read on theconversation.com/climate-scientists-concept-of-net-zero-is-a-dangerous-trap-157368 EXTRACT – It’s astonishing how the continual … Continue reading

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Climate Economic Impact Underestimated

Ever wonder how economists sometimes come up with climate damage estimates that seem..overly optimistic? Financial Times (Paywal): Financial … Climate Economic Impact Underestimated For example, an assessment of global gross domestic product loss in a so-called “hothouse” world of 3C … Continue reading

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“Clean” brown coal to hydrogen project likely an economic dud, says new report | RenewEconomy

Controversial brown coal-to-hydrogen project in Victoria is likely an economic dud, and lousy for the environment, says new study. — Read on reneweconomy.com.au/clean-brown-coal-to-hydrogen-project-not-economically-viable-says-new-report/ “hydrogen lost for boil-off and fuel use for propulsion for the 9,000km journey could be up to … Continue reading

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