https://scitechdaily.com/startling-new-research-reveals-that-microplastics-could-be-changing-earths-climate/

One more thing that plastic is doing

I lived in Argentina between 2019 and 2022 and my friends there always told me that the Patagonia is sparsely populated so I think for trying to find a place to live given current forecasts of climate change its a good place:

What do you guys think about Patagonia? Will its soil be better than today? Feel free to mention anything else about it

I haven't seen much attention given to it and I feel it could be a good spot to settle, plus, there are already places like Puerto Madryn and Ushuaia there which are near the ocean.

I feel like so much bandwidth is spend on climate doomerism. The only opinions I see out there are, “climate change is a hoax” and “we’re all gonna die or live in mad max in 30 years”.

Aren’t there promising technologies and improvements being made and implemented? Do you think there’s any utility in focusing on those things?

I have a friend who claims "climate change agnostic" because they feel they don't know anything about it. They watch what they see on the news, but don't necessarily know what to make of it, what it means, or how to solve it. I told them I would put together some videos and podcasts to outline the major effects, the predicted effects, contributors, etc. So, fellow redditors, what are the best resources for beginners to go through in video or podcast format on climate change? Thanks!

I've realised my knowledge of climate change is quite poor, so I'm trying to understand some of the arguments and resources out there.

The first point of this Greenpeace article pushes against nuclear power because doubling the capacity of nuclear power worldwide in 2050, would only decrease greenhouse gas emissions by around 4%.

In other words, it's effectively arguing we wouldn't be able to build enough nuclear power stations to replace the existing coal/oil/gas ones in time.

I can therefore only assume that the solar and wind options it suggests are substantially easier to build (which makes sense), and that we can build enough of these in time to bring the emissions down.

But is there anything which outlines how many solar/wind sources we'd need to build to replace the existing dirty options? And that this is definitely feasible?

I’ve spent the past week talking to people about the recent US election—trying to figure out, in particular, why people voted for Trump.

One thing I’ve noticed is that people are trusting propaganda that visibly conflicts with reality. For example, many people told me they voted for Trump because they didn’t like how Kamala “prioritized transgender issues while neglecting working people.” When I reminded them that Harris didn’t run on trans issues, and in fact avoided the topic entirely, they continued to believe whatever bullshit right-wing media had fed them.

How do we deal with this?

I’m concerned about the consequences for climate change because, although the scientific consensus is very clear on this subject—and although the average person has actually begun to feel the effects of climate change where they live—people have shown that they’re willing to completely disregard reality in favor of what the TV says. And what the TV is saying is that climate change is a hoax, that it’s an attempt by global “elites” to usher in communism by penalizing businesses, etc.

It’s not just a lack of education, as I previously thought; it’s a complete refusal to digest empirical facts.

What is the way forward?

What would a US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement really mean? Its targets are voluntary, inadequate, and not being met anyway.

I’ve been thinking about climate change (thank you Trump) and the future of the planet. I’ve read through many posts on this sub but have trouble really piecing the pieces together

How would like really differ from now in the future, let’s say in 2050-2090? Will we who are alive right now really feel the impact of climate change? How hard will the changes hit us and in what ways will our lives change?

From what I gather, rising sea levels will be a concern for my country (Singapore), as well as increasing temperatures. How will things like food scarcity affect the world on a global scale? Are there any other things I am not factoring in?

This also does make me hesitant on ‘living in the now’ as I have been doing so my entire 20+ years of existing. How can one really prepare for the future?

Thank you in advance for your replies! Looking forward to reading them

Australia was always my end up location but it'll be scorching hot.

Canada too but Forrest fires. Same for Scandinavia. Also both too close to Russia RE geopolitics chaos.

Northern UK seemed idea but the shit down of the North Atlantic Current will mean icy cold winters.

What's peoples thoughts?

I'm UK based so currently thinking... Stay in the UK but invest in the most energy efficient house possible, and get somewhere with land for growing crops and firewood.

I apologize if this is hopelessly naive, but it's an honest question I've been grappling in the wake of the incoming Trump administration. If our government isn't going to do anything, and actively make things worse, is there any amount of effort from everyday people that could improve things by any significant amount? Of course, I also understand that would require people to willingly participate in such measures, which based on this election and general behavior in the US, is not something many will do. I feel like the issue of combatting climate change is a reflection of the worst aspects of American culture: our greed, short-sightedness, and obsession with consumption. Everywhere you look, on every platform, there are ads trying to get you to part with your money for something you probably don't need. We consume wasteful products and seek novelty in cheap goods instead of other, healthier methods. And it doesn't even make us happier in most cases! We keep chasing happiness from something that will never grant it and trashes the planet in the process. I know a lot of messaging around climate change centers on fear and anxiety, and understandably given the enormity of what is happening and what is at stake. But would changing the messaging help at all in getting more people on board? Like pointing out the personal positives of changing habits: saving money from unnecessary expenses, saving money buying second hand, using products better for your personal health, simplifying life and finding joy in it, less clutter, etc?

just curious, how is everyone preparing for climate changes?

I live in a major city. we were saving up for a home, but decided we will never be home owners due to the fact that we know where we live could be impacted at any given time and we may need to move. i imagine in 10-20 years we will end up having to live with my family in Michigan. thank god we have some property.

but until then because we are hoping it doesn't come to it, I'm worried about water and food going up in price? we live in a row home. I already grow some plants but want to grow more vegetables. i'm thinking of setting up a hydroponic garden in the basement just to at least start something. I know groceries are going to skyrocket. I wish we could have chickens but we don't have a yard. should i learn how to dehydrate or can foods?

I have some HEPA air purifier but the city is covered in smoke right now on the east coast because of the fires and it still smells in here. not sure what else I can do about that. I have asthma and allergies. since this is the second year of smoke filled air i have some respirators masks that i feel like wi come in handy some day. I have N95s in the meantime.

Water? I have concerns about as well especially with the administration recently elected there is talk of taking out the Florida from our water. I've always wanted a reverse osmosis machine. thinking about getting one. Berkleys seems more sustainable though? not sure. I already have other portable water filtration systems because we've already had a couple contaminated water scares here. maybe we also need to start collecting rain water?

considering getting a solar powered generator as well for the unpredicted natural disaster events.

what do you think? am I overreacting? I've seen what's happened in Texas/Florida and am not naive enough to think that will never happen to me. what are you doing to adjust to what could become our new ways of living? i sometimes feel like i'm the only one preparing and wish i knew more people getting prepared.

I am confused about carbon dioxide absorption by the oceans and solubility. When reading about Milankovitch cycles and Vostok ice cores, they say that increased global temperature as a result of a Milankovitch cycle releases carbon dioxide from the ocean because solubility decreases with temperature. Up to 80 ppm of carbon gets released to the atmosphere, lagging the temperature increase. When reading about ocean acidification, they say that a significant fraction of the carbon dioxide we've emitted has been absorbed by the ocean, even though temperatures increased. Was the ocean surface not previously saturated? Or does the ocean rapidly pull carbon dioxide down to the deeps? When reading about thawing of permafrost, they say that carbon dioxide released by thawing permafrost will largely be absorbed by the ocean and so not double atmospheric concentration even if all carbon dioxide was released from all permafrost. These seem in conflict to me or I am missing some concept about solubility and the process in the ocean. Thanks in advance for your help. Walter

People often react reflexively when you start talking about carbon emissions and rising temperatures. What are some less known patterns that would give people pause? Biodiversity, coral bleaching, etc?

Nature is my number one passion and it’s like my religion. Camping, hiking… I live in redwood country in rural NorCal. I’m so passionate about this. This year I’ve already been trying to live as sustainably and zero waste as possible.

Trump being elected has set fire within me. I want to get involved and help. I’m thinking of getting involved with surfrider foundation… since the ocean was my first love.

What are some ways I can help? Multiple examples please… any jobs in this , where I don’t need a college degree?? Idc if not I will volunteer my time

After the new administration takes office will climate data that is not compatible with their goals disappear from federal servers? Great question!

I am a software developer in the field of web maps and GIS data. One of my volunteer projects is curating a list of ArcGIS server addresses at all levels of government from federal to local. Each address is scanned by my code once a week and any dead links are fixed or flagged. An updated list is usually posted each Wednesday. The federal ArcGIS servers are listed by department.

https://mappingsupport.com/p/surf_gis/list-federal-state-county-city-GIS-servers.pdf

Anyone can download data from those servers by entering an ArcGIS ‘query’ command into a browser. You do not need to be a geospatial expert to do this. I wrote step-by-step instructions:

https://mappingsupport.com/p2/atak/pdf/atak_kml_link_arcgis.pdf

Hello, I have an important presentation to make on climate change, for which I need important speeches and signing of Paris climate deal (100 billion $ pledge by the developed countries specifically). I have searched all across YouTube but came across none (news channels did cover the issue but I want the official video). This presentation is to teach college community on climate change so please help, this will change mindset of a few at least