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If only, COWES Cultural

BCSC attention was drawn to this kind of building. What have we got in COWES ? Massive slabs foam from petrochemical. With such bright idea so many bricks and mortar, for energy intensive material as well as labour intensive construction. … Continue reading

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How Big is the Market for Crude Oil?

The crude oil market is bigger than the 10 largest metal markets combined, with production value exceeding $2 trillion annually. — Read on http://www.visualcapitalist.com/how-big-is-market-for-crude-oil/

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Vienna’s housing strategy—How this city became one of the most equitable and affordable in Europe – ABC Radio National

Australia is facing a housing crisis – shortage of affordable housing, essential workers no longer live in areas they work, and families homeless…developed a housing strategy that works for most of its citizens – Vienna. https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/rearvision/rear-vision/102525750

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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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