Overshoot and Its 7 Fundamental Drivers
How did humanity end up in the unique predicament of expanding its consumption beyond the limits of the most bountiful planet that we know of?
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Wildfires, Grief and Paralysis
The great burning of Jasper, a place of national solace, speaks to an unfolding tragedy whose many parts we dare not name, let alone discuss.
The Albanese government has created a climate vacuum, and we will pay the price
Whilst the global impact of climate disruption is rapidly accelerating, and the last, record-breaking year has been extraordinary, public concern in Australia about it is waning, and the government bears much of the responsibility.
Mexican oil production to decline rapidly after 2030: Tip of the iceberg?
It appears that Mexican oil production is predicted to fall off a cliff after 2030. It’s likely to be just the first shoe to drop in the next few years.
‘Significant shift’ away from coal as most new steelmaking is now electric
GEM’s annual “Pedal to the Metal” report reveals that 93% of new steelmaking capacity announced thus far in 2024 promises to use lower emission electric arc furnaces (EAFs).
Last Week’s Tech Meltdown Is a Wake-Up Call
Citizens, for example, can make their homes and families more robust by subtracting the majority of digital devices monopolizing their attention and degrading their humanity.
Lessons from the Hurricane
The lesson in Beryl, the message from the weather gods of Vermont, is to stop relying on fragile money-based systems to meet your needs. Build real things. And that will keep you safe and secure when the power behind this whole system goes out.
New Surveys Should Be Concerning for US Climate Advocates
There’s only one word to describe the results of a new Climate Insights survey of public opinion by researchers at Stanford University and Resources for the Future (RFF)—CONCERNING! The obvious question facing both the climate and clean energy communities is what should be done about it.
Daniel Schmachtenberger: “Silicon Dreams and Carbon Nightmares: The Wide Boundary Impacts of AI”
Today, Daniel Schmachtenberger joins Nate to take a wide-boundary look at the true environmental risks embedded within the current promises of artificial intelligence.
Oil and Gas Leases on Federal Lands in Question as Lawmakers Eye Shale Collusion Allegations
Democratic representatives cite evidence of antitrust violations stemming from FTC investigation of ExxonMobil and Pioneer merger.
Is Shell’s exit from Nigeria a front to dodge legal responsibilities?
Nigerian activists believe Shell’s apparent end to its 87-year operation in the country is an effort to avoid its legal responsibilities while holding onto the potentially profitable side of the business.
Q&A: What does the ‘landmark’ Horse Hill judgment mean for UK fossil fuels?
Earlier this month, a years-long legal attempt by community and environmental groups to challenge a new oil project in Horse Hill, Surrey resulted in victory – with implications for all new fossil fuel projects in the UK.
