Warning: this post is only for people who accept that scientific inquiry is a valid and useful tool for understanding our world. I would love to reach those who throw the climate science baby out with the Western Science bathwater, but I’ve found that effort to be rather futile. For anyone still here reading, let’s … Continue reading A potentially boring but necessary post about climate feedbacks and tipping points: Part 1
Scientists are Elitist Lying Alarmists! : Why we should trust climate scientists, part 2
Those words have actually escaped the mouths of people with whom I’ve interacted recently, not necessarily in the same breath or in that order. The alarmist trope is not worth discussing, but it is still a favorite of full-on ‘climate change’ deniers. The accusation of dishonesty though can be found across the spectrum from active … Continue reading Scientists are Elitist Lying Alarmists! : Why we should trust climate scientists, part 2
The kids are not alright
Many recent surveys and studies show that adolescents and young adults in wealthy countries are experiencing significant anxiety/fear/depression about their futures due to the unmitigated climate crisis. A recent global study showed that 39% of young people were hesitant to have children because if it. It is no wonder, considering that they are witnessing the … Continue reading The kids are not alright
The problem(s) with techno-optimism, part 2
This is a continuation of the previous post with a similar title. Please start there before reading this, or it will not make a lot of sense! A) Green Energy Technology! Don’t get me wrong- we absolutely need innovation, creativity, and open-mindedness to face the future that growth capitalism has forged. However it is paramount … Continue reading The problem(s) with techno-optimism, part 2
The problem(s) with techno-optimism, part 1
Apologies in advance for some repeat information in these next two posts, but recent online interactions have led me to write a much longer and more detailed musing about techno-optimism and those who cling to it. Below is part 1: I recently posted a link to Greta Thunberg’s new piece in The Guardian on twitter, … Continue reading The problem(s) with techno-optimism, part 1
The ‘diagnosis-prognosis’ analogy for communicating the need for transformative climate action
I have been thinking a lot lately about what I can learn from my interactions with the general public about the climate and ecological emergencies, and how I can use those experiences to communicate more effectively. I just posted this on twitter, with some editing to fit. To close the climate & ecological emergencies knowledge-action … Continue reading The ‘diagnosis-prognosis’ analogy for communicating the need for transformative climate action
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