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“The most important graph in the world has another year of data, and it doesn’t look good!
“CERES satellites measure how much sunlight Earth absorbs and how much heat is radiated back to space. The difference is heat accumulation, which has more than tripled!
“The monthly climatology-corrected Earth’s Energy Imbalance was record high in December 2025, at +2.57 W/m²!” [Leon Simons]
https://x.com/LeonSimons8/status/20
“Under water, in denial: is Europe drowning out the climate crisis?
“…This is Europe’s new reality: under water in winter, withered in summer. Yet even as the weather extremes worsen, the voices of denial have grown louder and more influential.”
“In one of the wettest parts of the UK, it’s getting biblical.
“More than 40 days of consecutive rain has poured down on Katesbridge, County Down [Northern Ireland; parts of Cornwall have seen 50 consec. days], on what has been a record-breakingly soaked January and February… “It’s miserable,” said Stacyann Strain, the manager of a childcare centre.”
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g573xjxx4o
“EU-banned pesticides still used on UK farms as industry warns of £810m hit.
“Greenpeace Unearthed has found that pesticides banned in the EU over links to cancer and fertility harm remain approved for use on UK farms, as industry warns growers could lose up to £810m if Britain rapidly aligns with European rules.”
“An outrage to rival The Post Office scandal: The girl, 8, who died after catching E. Coli on a Devon beach… and the greed and recklessness of privatised water firms pumping raw sewage into our rivers and sea [UK]
“Heather contracted the pathogen E. coli O157 while playing on the beach in Dawlish with big sister Suzanne, who was ten.”
“For the first time since records began in 1950, France’s multi-week national MSLP has dropped below 1000 hPa.
“The persistence of this low-pressure pattern across western Europe in recent weeks has been nothing short of historic. Uncharted territory.” [Nahel Belgherze]
https://x.com/WxNB_/status/2024531158055162016
“With France having already broken a record for 36 [now 37] consecutive days of rain, the question being asked, in increasingly shrill tones, is when will the wet weather end?
“…Unfortunately, Météo France is not predicting much improvement. The French forecaster’s 15-day forecast is still showing plenty of rain…”
https://www.thelocal.fr/20260219/when-will-it-stop-raining-in-france-2
“Italy’s Glaciers Continue to Shrink at Alarming Rate.
““We are observing a continuous and uninterrupted decrease in glacier area and volume,” said Italian glaciologist, Antonella Senese… “In the last one to two decades, this reduction has clearly accelerated,” she added.”
https://planetski.eu/2026/02/20/italys-glaciers-continue-to-shrink-at-alarming-rate/
“Extreme weather devastates southern Italy’s citrus and vegetable crops.
“Southern Italy’s fresh produce sector has been left reeling after extreme weather caused irreversible damage to a number of key crops, including citrus, artichokes, and leafy vegetables over the past month.”
“Many flights cancelled at Vienna airport as Austria sees extreme snowfall…
“The severe snowfall led to what local reports described as “total chaos” at Vienna Airport, highlighting the broader impact of the extreme weather conditions across Austria’s aviation network.”
“Heavy snow brings transport chaos to Romania.
“While the days are growing longer and meteorological spring is just a couple of weeks away, Romania remains firmly in the grip of winter. A powerful storm brought blizzards and heavy snowfall across much of the south-east of the country.”
“Türkiye records over 1,000 extreme weather events last year.
“Türkiye experienced 1,011 extreme meteorological events last year, highlighting the growing intensity and frequency of climate-related risks… The highest temperature ever measured in Türkiye, 50.5 degrees Celsius [122.9F], was recorded in Silopi in July.”
“Sudan: The escalating conflict in the Blue Nile River is closely affecting Ethiopia and South Sudan….
“The Blue Nile’s location between Ethiopia and South Sudan also makes it a disputed region for resources and access to water, and since the construction of the GERD dam, Moneir noted, the Blue Nile State has gained greater importance in the region.”
“JUAN DE NOVA AGAIN AND AGAIN! [Indian Ocean].
“Absolutely crazy what’ s going on in this island MINIMUM 29.7C [85.5F] MAXIMUM 36.7; hottest February day and night in history of all French Southern Territories. All 12 monthly records were broken 10/15 times each month in 2024, rebroken in 2025 and 2026.”
https://x.com/extremetemps/status/2024835176962961461
“The Southern Indian Ocean Is Losing Salt at an “Astonishing” Rate.
““We’re seeing a large-scale shift of how freshwater moves through the ocean,” said Weiqing Han, professor in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences. “It’s happening in a region that plays a key role in global ocean circulation.””
https://scitechdaily.com/the-southern-indian-ocean-is-losing-salt-at-an-astonishing-rate/
“THE IMPOSSIBLE JUST BECAME POSSIBLE:
“37 [98.6F] DEGREES IN WINTER AT 37 LATITUDE – Gharakhil HOTTEST WINTER DAY EVER IN IRAN; TURKMENISTAN – 36.2 Esenguly HOTTEST WINTER DAY IN CENTRAL ASIA; – 37C on The Caspian Sea [former USSR] – WORLD RECORD OF HOTTEST WINTER TEMPERATURE IN TEMPERATE LATITUDES.”
https://x.com/extremetemps/status/2024525018718429692
“‘Climate change behind disasters in Himalayas’…
“Natural disasters such as cloudbursts, landslides and flash floods have increased in the Himalayan region in recent years because of climate change, unplanned construction, road cutting, dam projects and deforestation.”
“As Winters vanish, Himalayan Apple farmers haul snow to save their orchards.
“In the upper reaches of Himachal Pradesh, apple farmers are facing a new climate reality. Winters that once brought heavy snowfall to the slopes of Ropa Valley now deliver only sporadic flurries.”
“HISTORIC HEAT IN CHINA – 87 stations broke monthly records today. 73 High Maxes+14 High Mins including Urumqi: min of +2.4C, first time above zero!
“In MONGOLIA absolutely crazy MIN +4.2C MAX. +15.0C Ekhiingol – hottest February night in Mongolian history; min +1.2c Gurvantes 1721m!”
https://x.com/extremetemps/status/2024860624648556905
“Temperatures in northern China have risen abnormally, causing deserts and Gobi to thaw ahead of schedule.
“Today, sandstorms swept across many parts of Inner Mongolia and Gansu.” [Jim Yang]
https://x.com/yangyubin1998/status/2024850927556153641
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The records are THOUSANDS everywhere. Impossibile to mention all of them.
“But among the most important ones in SIBERIA – unbelievable +13.8C [56.8F] at Irkutsk and +12.3C at Inga obliterated their records of winter hottest day.”
https://x.com/extremetemps/status/2024567642586218520
“The Chinese Consulate General in Irkutsk, Russia, confirmed on Friday that seven Chinese tourists drowned after their vehicle fell through the ice on Lake Baikal in Russia.
“According to the consulate, the vehicle was carrying eight Chinese tourists when it plunged through the ice.”
https://english.news.cn/europe/20260220/c30b0c4010ce4112bd05c68bf0c5356b/c.html
“Wildfires in Yesan, Seosan Prompt Helicopter Response [S Korea].
“Yesan County and Seosan City have restricted access to nearby mountainous areas and sent safety alert messages to residents in adjacent villages, urging them to evacuate to safer locations. Strong winds are currently blowing across the western coastal region…”
https://www.chosun.com/english/national-en/2026/02/21/XH5JJHCNUNB6ZLKYSVCMGY7CS4/
“Multiple regions hit with severe water shortages amid drought [Japan]…
“The scant rainfall has stunted vegetable crops’ growth and some locations have experienced nighttime water outages due to the shortage. At Kawachinagano’s Takihata Dam, one of the largest in Osaka Prefecture, the dry lakebed revealed traces of the settlement that existed before the area was submerged.”
https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/16369154
“Philippines hit by deadly torrential rain and landslides as thousands evacuated.
“Torrential downpours have triggered deadly landslides and widespread flooding across the southeastern Philippines, claiming the lives of seven people and displacing more than 3,000 villagers, officials confirmed on Friday.”
“Sumatra Floods Triggered by Extreme Weather Exceeding National Mitigation Standards [Indonesia].
“The results of the study showed that the incident was triggered by very extreme rainfall intensity due to the Senyar Tropical Cyclone, so that the existing flood control system capacity was not designed to withstand the scale of the event.”
“The number of flood victims in Sabah [Malaysia] rose to 3,685 people from 1,593 families as of 8 am today, up from 406 people from 124 families yesterday afternoon.
“The Sabah State Disaster Management Committee said 18 temporary relief centres are now open across the affected districts…”
https://themalaysianreserve.com/2026/02/21/flood-victims-in-sabah-rise-to-3685/
“Property developers spark anger over plan to clear woodland home to Baudin’s and Carnaby’s black cockatoos.
“Property developers in Perth [Western Australia] plan to bulldoze an endangered banksia ecosystem used by threatened black cockatoo species, and conservationists have warned the damage cannot be mitigated by proposed offsets.”
“Dramatic changes in upper atmosphere are responsible for recent droughts and bushfires.
“Over the past decade, southern Australia has suffered numerous extreme weather and climate events, such as record-breaking heatwaves, bushfires, two major droughts and even flash flooding… Eight to ten kilometres above the ground, the fast-flowing jet stream air currents have shifted further southwards…”
“Record heat never ends in Oceania…
“Another record hot night like each one of the past 3 years: Min. 28.3C [82.9F] Chuuk is MICRONESIA HOTTEST FEBRUARY NIGHT IN HISTORY.”
https://x.com/extremetemps/status/2024795512767906268
“SOUTH AMERICA HEAT WAVE:
“PARAGUAY between scorching heat and blackouts: RECORDS: 42.0 [107.6F] Quyquyho (Wed) also all time high tied; 41.8 Pilar; 41.5 Asuncion AP. 44.5C in ARGENTINA; CRAZY 35.0C Toconao, CHILE at 2500m asl.”
https://x.com/extremetemps/status/2024676697766056255
“Brazil’s growing water crisis.
“For generations, waterways across the Amazon have shaped daily life. Now, those familiar rhythms are becoming harder to read, and trust. Brazil’s forests do more than store carbon, they regulate the water systems that sustain rivers, agriculture and cities across South America.”
https://theecologist.org/2026/feb/19/brazils-growing-water-crisis
“The true cost of Ecuador’s perfect roses: how the global flower trade poisons workers…
“On average, the study showed that each bouquet contained residues of 14 pesticides; one was tainted with as many as 32. Three-quarters carried chemicals long banned in the EU for being especially toxic.”
“Peru: Heavy rainfall caused extensive damage across 16 districts in Arequipa.
“The torrential rain that struck Peru’s southern Arequipa province on Thursday left a devastating toll: two people dead and extensive material damage across 16 of the 29 districts in the jurisdiction, according to the National Emergency Operations Center.”
“Climate change is spurring Trump’s desire for the Panama canal…
“As a consequence of the canal’s importance to the global economy, the Panamanian government has found itself at the centre of Trump’s aggressive stance on Latin America and its relations with China. In recent years, China has become Panama’s largest trading partner.”
https://dialogue.earth/en/business/climate-change-is-spurring-trumps-desire-for-the-panama-canal/
“Costa Rica Sees 11-Fold Jump in Forest Fires as Dry Winds Fuel Crisis…
“The peak period for fires typically falls between late February and March, Barrantes explains, making this early spike particularly concerning. Guanacaste has bourn the brunt, accounting for 25 of the 33 fires.”
“NORTH AMERICA HISTORIC HEAT WAVE:
“WORLD RECORDS IN MEXICO – MIND BLOWING Winter hottest day in world history at high elevations: 42.0C [107.6F] Rio Verde 1000m asl; 35.1C Morelia 1900m.”
https://x.com/extremetemps/status/2024673343744725401
“EXCEPTIONAL HOT NIGHT ON THE GULF – HUNDREDS of records of February Highest Minimums in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia.
“Some – the most southern areas along the coast – will hold until midnight , the most northern areas will drop late in the evening.”
https://x.com/extremetemps/status/2024822364836417703
“Powerful Winds and Wildfires Have the Southern Plains on Edge.
“Another day of powerful winds and especially dry conditions had emergency officials in Oklahoma and across the Southern Plains bracing for new wildfires and the growth of fires that were already burning.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/us/oklahoma-fire-texas.html
“Trump’s EPA to roll back rule limiting hazardous mercury from coal plants.
“…environmental groups have said that weakening standards for mercury, a neurotoxin that can impair babies’ brain development, and other air toxics will lead to higher health-related costs.”
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/20/trump-epa-weaken-rule-mercury-air-toxics-coal
“Trump order seeks to protect weedkiller at center of barrage of lawsuits.
“Donald Trump has signed an executive order protecting production of glyphosate-based herbicides, such as Roundup, which some bodies and studies have linked to cancer and which are the subject of widespread US litigation.”
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/feb/19/trump-order-protect-weedkiller
“Plastic Pollution Is Reaching Sharks Before They Hatch.
“A new study has documented microplastics inside mermaid’s purses, the protective egg cases that shield developing shark embryos from the outside world until they are ready to hatch.”
“Pangolins Face Extinction as World’s Most Trafficked Mammals…
“…their distinctive scales drive the illicit market. These scales consist of keratin, the same substance found in human nails and hair. Asian markets, particularly in China, prize these scales for unsubstantiated medicinal properties in traditional treatments.”
“Wildfire-friendly weather nearly triples: Will outbreaks leave countries scrambling for resources?
“The risk of synchronous wildfires is rising – and help won’t be as likely to come from neighbouring countries busy with their own flames. The number of days when the weather gets hot, dry and windy – ideal to spark extreme wildfires – has nearly tripled in the past 45 years…”
“Global warming must peak below 2°C then return under 1.5°C as quickly as possible to limit the risk of dangerous “tipping points”, experts say.
“The new paper, by an international team of researchers, reviews the latest evidence and says global temperatures must cool to around 1°C above pre-industrial levels in the long term.”
“Injecting particulates into the atmosphere isn’t a magical fix for the climate crisis…
“…artificially adding new radiatively active particles into the atmosphere will inevitably alter the dynamics of the global atmospheric circulation which determines regional and local weather.”
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I think there’s a good chance that the coming El Nino will see at least one twelve month running average above 1.9, maybe approaching 2.0, and then will only cool down to around 1.8. There seems to be a noticeable speeding up of every driving force and feedback. With land drying out and less sea ice there are reducing buffers from the latent heat of vapourisation and melting. The albedo is declining faster than ever and still accelerating, probably mostly from cloud changes where, according to Bill McGuire at UCL, the observations have been “deeply worrying”. A three year trailing average (as used by Eliot Jacobsen for albedo) is a lagging measure and to get where we really are now the curve needs to be extrapolated by, say, 24 months if a straight line is used. The PDO is rising and may become positive in a few months and still be there coincident with the El Nino peak.
A counter argument has been that there has not been enough time in a La Nina to build up heat that can be released, but direct measurement of the ocean heat content seems to counter that, besides there is so much more heat capacity in the ocean than the atmosphere that a huge change to atmospheric temperatures can occur with hardly any noticeable reduction in ocean heat. The biggest factor may be ocean stratification, which slows heat transport to depth and so keeps any collected energy readily available to be released at the surface (this seems to be the least well understood aspect and also the part most different between this time and previous warmings because things are so much faster now).
Even if the overall warming is not quite that bad it is clear that the differences between rate of warming on land and sea and, partly or maybe wholly because of this, between the northern and southern hemispheres, are growing. So no matter what the interiors of northern continents are going to see mind blowing (maybe literally) temperature extremes and the accompanying chaos in the hydrologic cycle.
On geo-engineering – inevitably some groups of people will be made worse off, compared to others and to their previous condition, in the short term even if they might benefit long term – that makes it a policy that no elected politician is likely to want to go near, especially when implementation will depend a lot on global consensus in an increasingly fractured world.
Thanks George, it’s a convergence of crises. Tick, tick, tick.
Much appreciated, George.
For those not prepared or interested in defending against the roving gangs when they come to your neighborhood, you might want to invest in an AI powered suicide pod (j/k)
https://futurism.com/artificial-intelligence/ai-powered-suicide-chamber
For me a much better idea is reading this wonderful short essay by Adrian Lambert:
“What does the universe want?
There is one correct answer.
Thermal equilibrium.
Diffuse heat. A single temperature across space and time.
The universe has been moving in that direction since it began. Energy differences diminish. Heat disperses. Structure breaks down.
Given enough time, everything approaches equilibrium.
Physicists call this entropy.
…Right now, energy still flows with enough intensity to produce cities, stories, and consciousness reflecting on its own condition.
You are an arrangement of matter able to notice this.
Sunlight falls on leaves and becomes sugar. Fuel becomes motion. Thought becomes language. A child’s hand fits into yours. Metal strings vibrate in a room and fill the air with sound.
Each moment draws from the same process.”
https://open.substack.com/pub/adrianlambert/p/the-entropy-machine
The far future is strange place – some time or other the galaxies move so far apart that no-one will be able to comprehend of a larger universe, and some unimaginable time after that all the black holes will have faded away and we’re left with photons whizzing about (or maybe something else – because no-body has a real theory about dark matter and dark energy and what might happen to them.
I love these deep time ponderings – intellectually sexy and emotionally soothing to me. The big perspective!
I tend to read novels as an escape and I’ve noticed that the worse things get now the more historic the proportion of reading matter gets.
Thanks, Cassandra. I do, too. I draw a lot of comfort just from looking up at the stars if it’s not too cloudy or cold.
Adrian Lambert’s essay is very good.
“Within that cooling, there is this brief interval of brightness and awareness. The gradients currently remain strong enough for music, for conversation, for the exchange of touch and thought.”
This is the simian supernova – a crazy flash in the cosmic pan. 😆
THERMAL EQUILIBRIUM is my new motto/mantra!
George, thank you for the excellent analysis.
If warming is kicked up a gear and we do find ourselves in a 1.8C world, then outlier winter heat events like those mentioned in today’s thread will start to become routine. Summer heatwaves will exceed human survivability limits in some parts of the world. And if the jet streams are behaving this erratically at 1.5C then surely 1.8C could see them meandering and getting “stuck” in some places for months.
It is hard to see how financial markets could remain exuberant; insurance affordable; inflation manageable etc. in such a world… so catastrophic GFC 2.0 eventuates, if it hasn’t already.
Re geoengineering, I wonder if a coalition of countries, perhaps Gulf states, might unilaterally attempt it out of desperation if climate change has become an existential threat for them.
Billions of people Piloting automobiles on a daily basis is the most frightening act of international, intentional geo-engineering ever carried out on a continuing, non-negotiable basis. There is, as we all know, zero possibility of stopping this phenomenon; in fact, as ATV’ng as a sport illustrates, its rampage continues into even the most pristine environments, powered by what they call green technology as EV’s now participate in the geoengineering of the land as well as the air. The only global consensus being that humanity has an inalienable right to its creed of speed & greed. FREEDOM.
Rob, Islay has a special place in ATV heritage, as the Land Rover was “born” here. Land Rover recently made an ‘Islay Edition’ V8 Defender to celebrate – a steal for just £230,000.
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/retro/ps230k-defender-works-v8-inspired-scottish-island
Petro-masculinity
Indeed. And since Panopticon is the opposite of a petro-masculine type, I think he might benefit from a boost in that direction as collapse unfolds. So, I suggest we all chip in and get him that vehicle. 🤪
What an absolute d*ckhead I would look swanning around the island in one of those. 😂 But thank you for the sweet thought, Cassandra.
I have spent the last 2-3 hrs looking for the best commentary on the Supreme court decision and the options open to Trump . This is the shortest and best .
https://mishtalk.com/economics/trump-slams-supreme-court-orders-new-10-percent-tariffs-how-easy-is-that/
https://mishtalk.com/economics/big-tariff-refunds-are-coming-how-much-and-how-soon/
Enjoy .
Thanks, Ravi!
“It’s amusing that the administration now ponders how to rebate end customers. Wasn’t the administration’s premise that foreign companies paid the tariffs and companies would not pass on increases?
Regardless, there is no process to rebate end consumers and unless companies announce sales to make up for it, nothing can be done.”
“Nothing can be done.” Surprise, surprise.
This week I bought heartworm meds for my two dogs. One year supply $102 for two dogs. I get it from Australia because it’s cheaper and no Rx. In addition to the $102, I paid $10.20 for a tariff fee and $4.50 for a “tariff administration fee” which is probably what their customs broker who handles all the damn paperwork charges this company. I bet the business broke it out to let us know they aren’t just jacking the price to cover this stuff. I want a refund, Trump!
I haven’t read them yet, Ravi, but I used to read Mish pre 2008 depression, and he was one of the best analysts then, so I look forward to reading his take… thnx for the link.
Thank you, Ravi. I’ll have a read when my brain is less tired, as it looks quite involved.
The Supreme Court’s decision looks at first blush like good news; Wall Street certainly thought so. I hope it does not in practise mean more bureaucratic wrangling and uncertainty, which is so toxic for businesses.
We have three pesticide articles today plus some mercury and plastic thrown in for good measure. So eating well is getting more expensive and practically impossible. See y’all Monday – hopefully.
Hole In My Life by The Police:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhekcaRcpVo
My goodness, they look so young on that album cover, Flippr.
Here’s some more palatable Mercury:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Jtpf8N5IDE&list=RD_Jtpf8N5IDE&start_radio=1
THIS ISN’T THE PLACE
http://youtu.be/bqYvbzFRjhQ?si=ZhZ51J9dabvMS3Lg
Great video, Truth Wizard… but those stranded whales and that dead baby elephant… 😭
Need to binge-watch “Cuddle Buddies” now.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHQBZg5VnZA
The following was up at POB from Matt M. Its graphs showing which countries are going to be effected most if there is war with Iran. Put that aside for a moment. I know a couple of you are probably familiar with Jeffrey Brown and the Export Land Model. Most countries with the exception of UAE have seen their exports go down by quite a bit since 2019. IIRC his models assumed 5% decline in production with 2.5% increase in local consumption.
https://crudeoilpeak.info/how-many-barrels-of-opec-crude-oil-exports-would-be-impacted-in-case-of-a-persian-gulf-war
Unintended consequences of our power to change the climate ecosystem …
Lee County mourns 25 manatees; FPL plant shutdown under investigation
Haley Jacobs Feb 20, 2026 Updated Feb 20, 2026
https://www.winknews.com/news/lee/lee-county-mourns-25-manatees-fpl-plant-shutdown-under-investigation/article_660432a3-b58a-40b0-9db4-ac236e1df9fc.html
FWC is reviewing the impact of the plant’s unplanned shutdown. Although the plant has resumed full operations, Rose questioned whether current standards are adequate. “It does tell me that the protocols are not sufficient, and they need to be revisited,” he said.
Wiles emphasized the need for further investigation. “If they can check to make sure the temperature is right, to make sure that the pH of the water is where it’s supposed to be, or that the salinity is where it’s supposed to be,” she said.
The issue extends beyond manatees. “We’re in those waters. If it’s affecting our animals, it’s eventually going to affect our people,” said Wiles.
While FWC confirmed 25 manatee deaths, Save the Manatees reported the number could be as high as 30. An updated statewide mortality report is expected next Wednesday.
I live in South Florida and visited the nuclear power plant at Turkey Point one winter. Manatees gather there for the warm water discharge, altering their behavior and probably their ability to tolerate cold weather snaps. They are very gentle animals, I once encountered one swimming in the Indian River near Cape Canaveral and was able to touch it as it pasted me.
From AI
There are at least 13,000 West Indian manatees in the wild, with over 8,350 estimated to inhabit Florida waters as of 2024. While populations have increased over the past 33 years, they remain threatened by habitat loss, specifically the loss of seagrass (food source) and warm-water sites.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission | FWC
Estimates….
File this under the overflowing folder called Homo Sapiens/Colossus/Stupidus etc. Sucks.
I thought this was pretty funny. Saw it referenced but couldn’t believe it. Search shows this:
California is increasingly relying on foreign imports, including from China, for gasoline and jet fuel, driven by rising demand, in-state refinery closures, and strict environmental policies. In 2024, a significant portion of California’s imported jet fuel came from China. Imports also arrive from other Asian nations, India, and the Bahamas to fill the gap in supply.
Energy In Depth
Energy In Depth
+3
The ironies continue!! 🤦🏻♀️
Quark’s latest: https://tinyurl.com/5a8wt67v
It surprises me how much of that I can understand although I don’t speak Spanish. The truth is I almost always forget to read that on my desktop where I could use a browser translator. So just a friendly suggestion for you to consider including a couple of key translated paragraphs when you post his links (like Panopticon does). Gracias! 🙂
I imagine Pan will appreciate his discussion in this one about Korowicz’s work.
Understood Cassandra, will do. In this dispatch, Quark urges his followers to read David Korowicz’s long, prescient, sixteen year old essay. This line from DK stuck for me:
There is a high probability that our integrated and globalized civilization is on the verge of rapid and short-term collapse.
David Korowicz’s “Trade Off” is a remarkable work of scholarship; groundbreaking, you could argue.
He got the inspiration for it, interestingly enough, in the apple orchards of Kyrgyzstan:
https://www.feasta.org/2014/03/17/how-to-be-trapped/
US Cyber Agency issues: https://tinyurl.com/2y5v6cme
“Land degradation is a big phrase. People use it in meetings and reports. But for us, it meant watching your father stare at a field that no longer answers him. It meant carrying water from miles away. It meant seeing your mother calculate how to stretch a handful of flour for one more day.
It meant losing something you thought was permanent.
As I grew older, I began to understand that what happened to our village was not just “bad luck.” It was soil stripped of trees. It was land overused without rest. The climate was changing. It was neglect. It was decisions made far away that reached us anyway.
But before I understood it with my mind, I understood it with my heart.
I understood it the day the river dried up.”
https://substack.com/@bettybitengo/note/c-217492673
“and other air toxics will lead to higher health-related costs.”
Nahhh, it´s gonna fuel the profits, not the costs, since america has no socialised healthcare.
😔