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Was reading some articles on low hanging fruit to reduce CO2 emissions and its crazy to me that we still allow flaring - the burning of natural gas as a waste product during oil development. Surprisingly on average 1% of gas produced across the US is flared – amounting to 1 billion cubic feet per day (Bcfd) in 2018. At $2 per thousand cfd, this amounts to a wasted $2 million per day, as well as a significant increase in GHG emissions. With all that money on the table you'd think someone would have cracked this nut by now. I took this photo over a decade ago in western Colorado and have taken ones similar in Texas just in the past year.
The Loy Yang A power station sits for a brief time before the Yarra Ranges.
Callignee, Victoria.
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Now it's up to us to make sure this does not have irreversible consequences.
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We all share the same responsibility: make our planet great again!
WIJK AAN ZEE - Tata Steel’s IJmuiden Works is located on the North Sea Coast of the Netherlands and produces organic and metallic coated strip products for Global Markets.
The world is already on fire and being flooded and yet our efforts to move towards green energy and use less of our land for meat production whilst planting more trees remains lethargic.
In the end, will man consume himself in stubbornly chasing more gold? The story of the Lord of the Rings is being retold....
Some of the worst polluters in 2020:
Peabody Energy
Kuwait Petroleum Corp
ConocoPhillips
Chevron
Saudi Aramco
ExxonMobil
BP
National Iranian Oil Co
Royal Dutch Shell
Hence the need to go electric!!
Some of the worst plastic polluters in 2020:
1 Coca Cola
2 Pepsico
3 Nestle
4 Unilever
5 Modelez
6 Mars
7 P&G
8 Philip Morris International
9 Colgate-Palmolive
10 Perfetti van Melle
Waking up from the dreams, the promises, and returning to what we are being told is the world as it is. Samyang mirror reflex lens fixed at F6.3.
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It almost felt like geological eras separated these two cars on the streets of Glasgow. Seeing the lumbering old Lincoln Continental coming down the road was reason enough to capture a shot. I grew up with cars of that era on the streets and as dreadfully gas-guzzling as they were, at least they all had character.
Hope you enjoy this 'different' shot from October 2019.
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I hope someday we will end our dependence on fossil fuels.
Outdoors, reflector (OIS off), raw conversion in macOS Mojave and refined in Luminar. The unease is growing and with it, the dilemma. The use of fossil fuels and of plastic is at the heart of modern life, mine included. "Going green" is not simply a matter of willpower and a personal decision, it will require a profound transformation of the way we live. And more, and a lot more difficult, it presupposes that humanity would be able to overcome its greediness. We shall see, but it is clear that the experiences of the past are not encouraging. The unease will be with us for a long time. Applying Gandhi's famous dictum to this question: "A green civilisation? That would be a wonderful idea!"
With greening in the background, will these soon become obsolete? Wishful thinking, but not likely, as burning fossil fuel in internal combustion engines will likely continue for decades. But eventually they will only exist in museums. “Constant change is here to stay!"
For Macro Mondays: Transportation
The area across the photo is approximately 14mm (0.55 inch)
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Captured at a climate action 'School Strike' in Glasgow in May 2019.
Imagine living in a world were the masses celebrate the arrest of 'Just Stop Oil' activists for causing mild inconvenience while completely ignoring the evidence that fossil fuel driven climate chaos is already here and worsening year on year.
Stop shouting at the messengers and start shouting at the politicians, leaders, corporations and billionaires that are fleecing us all dry while passing off the lies that the situation is normal.
Constant economic growth and population expansion on a world with finite resources that we are already exceeding many times over is obviously unsustainable.
Climate experts and scientists are screaming at media to tell the truth and are being repelled in favour of the 'fluffy good news' that people 'want to hear'. Did you watch the movie Don't Look Up? We are right there now.
Hundreds of wildfires burning across Canada making the air in New York City hazardous to breathe.
North Atlantic Ocean surface temperatures at their highest ever recorded level.
Heat records broken in multiple countries already this year and yesterday a recorded 40C in Siberia!
Arctic Sea ice is expected to vanish completely in summers within this decade and blue ocean absorbs more heat.
El Nino has not even kicked in yet, when it does expect some serious climate chaos.
Deadly climate chaos is now unavoidable.
We will exceed the target of 1.5C above pre-industrial levels very soon and some scientists are certain that a rise of up to 3C is already baked-in. To be clear, at a rise of 4C you will be looking at the extinction of humanity.
This year, despite our knowledge and vague commitments to do something about it, global temperature average continues to rise, atmospheric CO2 levels are at the highest level since records began and methane levels are up there too.
Doing 'our bit' individually is just a drop in the ocean without the action of leaders and corporations. We must demand better.
Unavoidable man-made climate chaos will lead to millions of deaths, millions of climate refugees, flood, famine, crop failures and wars over resources - all within the next two or three decades at most. We have to live with that. We still have a chance to stop complete climate catastrophe beyond that but only if we act immediately.
We are beginning to trigger irreversible tipping points for feedback loops that will drive this whole catastrophe even faster. It is insanity to bury our heads in the sand and carry on as normal.
If we want a liveable world for ourselves, our children and our grandchildren then we need to be taking action now.
We must stop burning fossil fuels, stop consuming at an unsustainable rate and start screaming at our politicians, leaders and businesses to demand immediate change.
I, however, have little hope that humanity can make the change fast enough. We can't even take an infectious disease seriously despite it being the 3rd leading cause of death and leaves 1 in 10 infections requiring long term medical care.
If you read all of this I thank you, from the heart, as I only say all of this because I care. I do what I can myself and there is always more that I can do, but it will never be enough until we all demand action from those at the top. We must start screaming long before we start dying.
Take care everyone.
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Industrial landscape photography from Grangemouth, Scotland.
This is the Grangemouth Refinery, the only crude oil refinery in Scotland and one of only six in the UK. A sprawling complex of pipes, chimneys and lights that, after dark, make for quite the apocalyptic vision. The acrid smell and sound of roaring flames was powerfully strong even with the wind blowing in the opposite direction.
Finding the perfect spot to plant my tripod down on the edge of a farmer's field while returning from Edinburgh and seeing this incredible view at night, it really did have a post-apocalyptic feel to it. I tried my best to set up for a long exposure shot but 1/3 of a second was the best that I could manage to keep the shot sharp - my poor tripod was not designed to withstand strong winds.
A mini road trip took in The Kelpies, The Forth Bridges and this refinery to give me something different to photograph and take my mind of the sad anniversary of my dad passing. I hope you like this shot, something completely different for me. Best viewed large - press L or click on the image.
The TrumpTurd just cancelled the USA commitment to the Paris accord. Putting the Koch brothers and his greed ahead of the welfare of humanity.
The TrumpTurd just cancelled the USA commitment to the Paris accord. Putting the Koch brothers and his greed ahead of the welfare of humanity.
The natural gas fired power plant and windturbines in Eemshaven, as seen from the island Rottumeroog.
A lonely gas station waits for a face lift from a new owner. Recent rains brought a muddy puddle to this town. Live being out here where everywhere I look is wilderness! Nevada is a real treat! This is a sign of the times. Time for a shift in our country to move to new fuel sources.
In the Dutch province of Groningen, a lot of natural gas was extracted from the ground. The gas extraction caused many (small) earthquakes that caused a lot of damage to the houses. Some houses even became temporarily or permanently uninhabitable. Many residents suffer from stress.
Yarraville Oil Terminal in Hyde Street Spotswood. Taken in the rain, a cold night.
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The concept of this image/write-up is based on three reports from Policy Horizons Canada: Social mobility in question, Basic needs at risk, and Disruptions on the horizon. “Policy Horizons Canada uses foresight to help the federal government build stronger policies and programs in the face of an uncertain future.”
Fewer people will have the finances to build and innovate. A post-secondary education won’t be a reliable way to better oneself. People moving up the socioeconomic ladder will become rare. Many will file for bankruptcy; they will sell their assets and exit the housing market. Tuition and housing costs will exclude all but the rich. Many will struggle to pay for groceries, rent, and bills. Water, food, energy, shelter, and employment will become out of reach for many. These things will cause an increase in mental health problems.
The healthcare system will decline because of an aging population, increased rates of degenerative disease, labour shortages, and limited funding. The system will be further strained due to antimicrobial resistance, biological threats, and augmented humans. (Why would augmented humans be a possible drain on healthcare in the future?) The healthcare system will deteriorate to the point of collapse.
The wealthy will use their platforms, firms, foundations, and investments to shape public policy, thus bypassing our democratic system. Billionaires will gain control over natural resources and strategic technologies. Governments and corporations will collect people’s biological data: fingerprints, iris scans, facial images, health information, and DNA.
It will be difficult to distinguish what is true or false because of generative AI tools. Algorithms designed for emotional engagement will cause a decline in factual content. This will cause many to distrust information. People will live in information bubbles because of personalized media, causing social fragmentation. The data used to train generative AI models will infringe on privacy and intellectual property rights. AI technology will put pressure on vital natural resources such as critical minerals. The price of these resources will skyrocket as they become scarce. Human labour will have less value due to AI. People will use AI assistants for many of their day-to-day tasks. Cyber attacks will disrupt everyday life. This will cause interruptions with the internet, electricity, transportation, water, and food supply systems.
The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy will be difficult. On account of availability, reliability, and cost, many will face energy uncertainty. Extreme weather events such as fires, floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes will plunge the world into a perpetual state of emergency. Climate change will increase the frequency and severity of natural disasters. This will result in widespread destruction of infrastructure, property, and businesses. These disasters will increase insurance rates. Entire areas will no longer be serviced by the insurance industry. People will relocate due to worsening conditions. Nations will need to collaborate globally in the face of these common threats. Geoengineering technologies that are designed to reduce the Earth’s temperature, such as carbon removal and solar geoengineering (reflecting sunlight away from the Earth), will be widely deployed. (Why isn’t it a conspiracy theory when the government talks about these things?)
An ecosystem collapse will cause loss of biodiversity, which will impact all living things. Health and well-being will suffer. Malnutrition, disease, and other health problems will become more prevalent. This will lead to a reduced quality of life and increased mortality rates. Industries like farming and fishing will be devastated. Major economic instability and losses will ensue. People will face food insecurity due to unpredictable crop yields, disrupted trade, and agricultural monopolies. People will not be able to meet their basic needs. Many will blame AI, Big Tech, CEOs, social media, unions, and capitalism. These things will cause social conflicts and violence, making people susceptible to authoritarianism. Elected officials will pass legislation that will dismantle key democratic institutions, and democracy will decline worldwide.
Clashes will erupt on issues such as immigration, climate change, Indigenous rights, and 2SLGBTQIA+ rights. Innovation in human augmentation will cause division on what’s morally acceptable. Biodigital tampering with natural ecosystems (the Internet of Forests) will also divide society. People will feel increasingly isolated as divisions cause greater loneliness. The sense of shared identity and purpose, which formerly underpinned society, will dramatically erode. People will feel disconnected from their traditional culture, values, priorities, and goals. Ideological divisions and democratic erosion will cause domestic unrest and civil wars. Many will reject the systems they think have failed them. They will embrace radical ideas about restructuring the state, society, and the economy. Many will be willing to reject consumption to focus on activities that promote human flourishing, provided their basic needs are met (socialism). Democracies will break down globally as large economies default on their loans. Tensions between the world’s powers will escalate as they fight for natural resources and technological superiority. World War 3 is bound to break out.
Revelation 16:16 “And he gathered them to the place called in Hebrew Armageddon.”
Now, why do these things remind me of End Time Bible Prophecy—especially the part about human augmentation (666)?
Environmental activist David Yarrow (foreground) and scientist Mike Stangel (center), promote sources of renewable energy at a picnic and rally for policy change on carbon emissions. The rally was organized by Step It Up 2007 and held in Albany, New York on April 14.
Exploring the Lodge House site in Derbyshire (UK) that UK Coal intends to turn into an open-cast mine, despite objections from the local community.
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A tiny section of the enormous Ineos PetroChina oil refinery at Grangemouth, Scotland.
The 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) gets underway in Glasgow from 31st October 2021. Described as our last chance to save the world from an irreversible climate catastrophe.
With over 30,000 people attending including former US President Obama, an a street march by thousands lead by Greta Thunberg, and many, many demonstrations and strike action in the city - it will be a lively period and with absolute surety, a Covid19 Super-spreader event.
I'm absolutely broken that I can't be there with my camera documenting the occasion amongst the everyday people of the city. I'm just weeks away from being due for a booster shot so my immunity is now at it's weakest while cases are soaring.
Personally I think we are closer to 'running out of time' than we fear. Several tipping-point events have already occurred in the past couple of years and some feedback loops are starting to get going. It is going to be a rocky road ahead.
I cannot see how our whole economy is viable. We are consuming many times more than our earth can provide and corporations and governments are looking for year upon year growth and expansion. We are over-resourcing our finite resource already. Truly drastic change to society, culture, attitude and our way of life is needed and I don't see that it will, or can, happen. Too many attitudes of selfishness and entitlement abound when we can only succeed if we work together to look out for each other.
I come back to a statement I have made many times here on Flickr with my photographs.
We are one single species on one solitary earthly oasis in the vastness of space.
Our earth can thrive without us but we cannot thrive without our earth. It is long overdue that we stopped choking the life out of our home in the universe. Time that we stopped raping our earth of resources. Time that we just stopped, looked and cared for our world... our home... our life.
Be safe.
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Located near Widnes in North West of England, Fiddler’s Ferry power plant began generating enough electricity to power 2m homes in 1973. A slow and steady rise for better renewable energy and to the country hoping to become carbon-neutral led to it's inevitable demise and was officially closed on 31st March 2020. One of the last coal burning power stations in the UK.
Ben'n'Jerrys ice cream is really hard to come by here in Germany! But this department store in Stuttgart had a really great selection! :) We got a pint of "Phish Food" and a pint of "Half Baked"
Spending some quality time with the Pasquinis in Stuttgart. Good times.... lots of photos... :)
A dolphin leaps ahead of the looming bulk carrier, "Liberty Grace", entering Corpus Christi Bay, in Port Aransas, Texas
Botlek, Rotterdam industrial area, South-Holland, the Netherlands
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A pair of dolphins leap ahead of the looming bulk carrier, "Liberty Grace", entering Corpus Christi Bay, in Port Aransas, Texas.
Shot on a Canon EOS R8 with an RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM lens
as the largest minority shareholder of repower, the canton of graubünden can stop the building of two large coal-fired power stations in germany and italy respectively. if there's anything to be left for future generations, we don't want nukes and we don't want fossil fuels. 500 people went to chur in graubünden to say "no."
Exploring the Lodge House site in Derbyshire (UK) that UK Coal intends to turn into an open-cast mine, despite objections from the local community.
Christmas eve at Sully Springs, North Dakota last year (12-24-2015) was cold and white, with the afternoon's primary entertainment being in the form of watching a herd of cattle gather 'round my Envoy to give the salt-covered body a good lick or two. Patience paid off, though, for in the end, I caught this eastbound coal drag before the light began to fade.
This is one of several crops that might work for this image, a slightly different bit of processing than the similar image I shared about a year ago. It was past time to share something a wee bit more fitting for the season, even though I've a number of recent images to process from both the aviation museum visit and an afternoon in northern Arizona. A belated "Merry Christmas" to everyone and thanks for understanding my long absences from posting in recent months thanks to my long days driving.