https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/sep/01/fracking-will-see-the-uk-miss-netzero-emissions-targets Fracking will see the UK miss net‑zero emissions targets Investment in fracking denies proper support to cheaper renewables, says David Cragg-James; government policies are damaging the environment, says Michael Miller; [omitted] Letters Sun 1 Sep 2019 12.56 EDT Last modified on Sun 1 Sep 2019 13.25 EDT An anti-fracking protest in Lancashire. Photograph: Sopa Images/LightRocket via … Continue reading Fracking (producing natural gas thru brute force) is why UK failed to meet emissions goal – Guardian UK letters
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Global oversupply of natural gas due to U.S. fracking industry exceeding demand
This is definitely a highly opinionated piece but it is upsetting to see the destruction of natural resources, damage caused during the transport process, and -- worst of all -- the huge contribution to greenhouse gases adding to the climate crisis. If the US has all of these resources, but they aren't needed now, why … Continue reading Global oversupply of natural gas due to U.S. fracking industry exceeding demand
Current deregulation efforts often exceed what’s been requested by industry
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-08-30/trump-gives-businesses-deregulation-whether-they-want-it-or-not? Trump Gives Businesses Deregulation Whether They Want It or Not By Jennifer A Dlouhy August 30, 2019, 4:00 AM EDT Updated on August 30, 2019, 11:47 AM EDT Deregulatory zeal sometimes draws ire of regulated industries Supporters say president’s moves are unleashing U.S. economy Automakers have begged the White House to alter course in its plans … Continue reading Current deregulation efforts often exceed what’s been requested by industry
As we use more a/c, we make the heating problem worse
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/aug/29/the-air-conditioning-trap-how-cold-air-is-heating-the-world The air conditioning trap: how cold air is heating the world Illustration: Guardian Design The warmer it gets, the more we use air conditioning. The more we use air conditioning, the warmer it gets. Is there any way out of this trap? By Stephen Buranyi Thu 29 Aug 2019 01.00 EDTLast modified on Thu 29 Aug 2019 10.01 EDT … Continue reading As we use more a/c, we make the heating problem worse
New Mexico wind farms present the classic problem of wind and solar
Much of our current energy supply is produced by burning fuel that's been transported to a power plant. Renewable sources of energy has similar, but different, transmission problems. They can be solved, but additional investment beyond the initial wind or solar farms is needed. https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/2019/08/eastern-new-mexico-could-become-the-saudi-arabia-of-wind/? Eastern New Mexico could become the Saudi Arabia of wind … Continue reading New Mexico wind farms present the classic problem of wind and solar
One solar experiment that didn’t work as well as expected — time to try again
This is the story of an experiment that failed. But they tried, and the next attempt will work better. https://www.businessinsider.com/first-solar-road-france-failure-photos-2019-8 Photos show the world's first solar road that's turned out to be a colossal failure because it's falling apart and doesn't generate enough energy James Pasley August 16, 2019 An automobile drives on a solar … Continue reading One solar experiment that didn’t work as well as expected — time to try again
Carbon offsets don’t stop additions to greenhouse gases but they help
I ran into Lyft's position as a large voluntary purchaser of carbon offsets on an emailed receipt. Perhaps other taxi substitutes are doing the same thing by now, but I couldn't find evidence that it's happened. Should this affect your decision as to which service to use? I believe it should certainly be a factor. … Continue reading Carbon offsets don’t stop additions to greenhouse gases but they help
Fracking partially responsible for atmospheric methane spike?
Altho the referenced study may have flaws, the basic point -- that we should reduce all activities leading to methane production -- is valid. https://www.newsweek.com/fracking-u-s-canada-worldwide-atmospheric-methane-spike-1454205?fbclid=IwAR2wd9vF97PtdnBcXo6m5XHe3KGcUy369LltBqb_4NgxYkOe8EaJ9RIFqMw Fracking in U.S. And Canada Linked to Worldwide Atmospheric Methane Spike By Kashmira Gander On 8/14/19 at 8:54 AM EDT Levels of methane—the second biggest contributor to climate change after … Continue reading Fracking partially responsible for atmospheric methane spike?
Can you ditch your air conditioning?
Maybe you can at least reduce the air conditioning you need. I live in a NYC high rise with lots of glass facing south and north. I've added ceiling fans to every room but the bathroom, lowered the shades practically to sill level, and run the a/c only when I'm home and only in the … Continue reading Can you ditch your air conditioning?
Are you willing to give up cooking and heating with natural gas for your planet?
When I was last looking for a new home, having a natural gas stove top was one of the many features that mattered. At the time, instant adjustability of gas burners was viewed as essential by most cooks. But now, if we're serious about stopping all fossil fuel use, that includes switching to electric for … Continue reading Are you willing to give up cooking and heating with natural gas for your planet?
Electric scooters not as good for the environment as you’d think
https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/2019/8/8/20759062/electric-scooter-environment-climate-change-bird-lime We regret to inform you that scooters aren’t actually good for the environment Electric scooters are worse for the planet than the modes of transportation they’re displacing, a study finds. By Sigal Samuel Aug 8, 2019, 12:35pm EDT Since their 2018 introduction in Lisbon, Portugal, Lime scooters have become very popular with tourists … Continue reading Electric scooters not as good for the environment as you’d think
We need solutions like these to get rid of the plastic already in the ocean
Am always pleased to see a proposal that would remove plastics from our ocean. We knew they were floating in huge patches but recently we're finding that the life we could on for food is filling up their stomachs with plastic to the point where they starve. I just hope this is a solution that … Continue reading We need solutions like these to get rid of the plastic already in the ocean
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