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Most of the Climate Change criticism is based on the fact that CO2 levels were MUCH higher in the past. That is absolutely correct.
And completely misses the point.
Throughout most of the Earth’s history, carbon dioxide levels have generally changed very slowly. That gave organisms and … View moreMost of the Climate Change criticism is based on the fact that CO2 levels were MUCH higher in the past. That is absolutely correct.
And completely misses the point.
Throughout most of the Earth’s history, carbon dioxide levels have generally changed very slowly. That gave organisms and their ecosystems sufficient time to adapt to climate change through both evolution and migration.
Most of the change from 280 ppm to 421 in 2022 happened in less than 200 years. The present atmospheric concentration of CO2 is the highest for 14 million years.
To put that into context: 14 Million years is longer than it took for apes and humans to evolve from monkeys. Do you think humans would have been able to evolve in just 200 years?
To put the problem into an easily understood picture:
Imagine I throw a tiny lead ball at you. Are you afraid?
Now imagine I use a gun to shoot that lead ball at you - THAT is Climate Change.
If you understand the difference SPEED makes, then you start to understand the threat that climate change is.
Many plants and animals are unable to cope with the rapid change - we are already knee deep in a mass extinction that rivals the extinction of the dinosaurs.
Many of us can see that for themselves. When I was a kid windscreens used to be splattered with insects, and every 100 km you had to stop at a petrol station to clean the windows.
But not anymore.
Insect numbers have plummeted by up to 96% in places - not only in industrialised nations but even in “untouched” areas like the Costa Rican rain forest. The importance and effect of pollinators disappearing should not be under-estimated.
The biggest effects of global heating are currently felt at the BOTTOM of the food pyramid (eg the take up of CO2 into the oceans leads to acidification that makes building skeletons from dissolved Calcium carbonate near impossible), and the effects will not propagate gradually and slowly up the chain but suddenly and catastrophically when you reached the tipping point.
Because the ability of the ecosystems to compensate is being steadily eroded (from multiple sides, eg pollution, exploitation, etc), and while it takes a few hundred years for the changes to reach a tipping point, when it tips EVERYTHING depending on it tips too.
Most plants and animals will come up with new varieties that might be able to cope better - but that doesn’t prevent a population collapse, it just means the species might be able to rebuild and still be around in a few thousand years.
But for many species this will not be enough - because as a population they depend on a plentiful supply of other species for food.
The food we eat is produced in dirt that developed into fertile soil over sometimes tens of thousands of years. Alluvial plains for example. The most productive areas are coastal areas. Which is a small percentage of land area. Where do you get your food when these areas become too dry / wet / hot / cold / unstable / submerged for agriculture?
So the question for most humans will be: “Would you mind not eating for a few thousand years?"
Will Humans survive?
Humans - yes.
Humanity - doubtful.
Because it is just a question of WHEN, not IF, the human population will collapse like the environment they depend on around them.
And you can have faith that humans will react to the problem like this:
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The sun is out, the grass is dry and you've fired up the mower. Your neighbour's half is looking a little overgrown, do you do theirs too?
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Using advanced methods, we have reversed the cosmetic and functional effects of tooth-loss. Benefits of this treatment are more than just functional. Typically, people also experience improvements to their confidence and self-esteem.
Each of our All-on-4 ® treatment concepts are as individual … View moreUsing advanced methods, we have reversed the cosmetic and functional effects of tooth-loss. Benefits of this treatment are more than just functional. Typically, people also experience improvements to their confidence and self-esteem.
Each of our All-on-4 ® treatment concepts are as individual and unique as our techniques and facilities are. With an on-site operating theatre run by specialist anaesthetists, laboratory, x-ray facilities with 3D CT scanning, all nestled within a state-of-the-art dental clinic we can avoid prolonged treatment duration and focus on delivering optimal immediate results for our patients.
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We live in Titirangi, Auckland and are having an endless problem with ant infestation. Can anyone help or suggest any solution to this. If yes, please DM me on 0212982001. Thank you.
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Kia ora neighbours, an iwi who have been without a marae for decades are a step closer to rebuilding on ancestral land.
Te Kawerau ā Maki have been without a formal marae and papakāinga since the mid-twentieth century when their remaining land was sold.
Edward Ashby, Te Kawerau ā Maki … View moreKia ora neighbours, an iwi who have been without a marae for decades are a step closer to rebuilding on ancestral land.
Te Kawerau ā Maki have been without a formal marae and papakāinga since the mid-twentieth century when their remaining land was sold.
Edward Ashby, Te Kawerau ā Maki trustee said a marae based at Te Henga/Bethells Beach, where the iwi hold mana whenua status, was washed away by floodwater in the 1920s and remaining land was sold in the 1950s.
At the start of August, Auckland Council granted $142,500 worth of funding for the project which Ashby said would help take things forward to the final design.
Read the full story at the link below.
Korea
Northern Italy
Mexico
Japan
Southern Italy
Vietnam
Kerela, India
Cajun + Creole
They have outstanding culinary traditions and were the focus of our Level 5 Diploma students. Over one month, the students researched their topic of interest resulting in a written report and powerpoint … View moreKorea
Northern Italy
Mexico
Japan
Southern Italy
Vietnam
Kerela, India
Cajun + Creole
They have outstanding culinary traditions and were the focus of our Level 5 Diploma students. Over one month, the students researched their topic of interest resulting in a written report and powerpoint presentation to their class. Following this, they prepared two dishes to showcase their subject.
Can you tell where the dishes are from???
Bedside tables - solid. Metal frame and wooden top.
2 for $30.
Pick up in GLEN EDEN.
From a house clearance:
$25 each
I would have loved to have these for our medieval style wedding - but I didn’t even know these existed!
Pickup in Green Bay (opposite Green Bay High School) preferred though it is possible to send if buyer pays p&p, or if you are outside Auckland then… View moreFrom a house clearance:
$25 each
I would have loved to have these for our medieval style wedding - but I didn’t even know these existed!
Pickup in Green Bay (opposite Green Bay High School) preferred though it is possible to send if buyer pays p&p, or if you are outside Auckland then maybe a friend of yours in Auckland can do the pickup.
Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…
Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!
Your plan can change … View moreAnother energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…
Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!
Your plan can change based on how many people are living at your house, what appliances you have running and/or what is used to cook with and heat the home.
Make sure you're on the right plan, take a squizz at our handy guide.
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