Tag: Climate
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Britain: A Multi-Trillion-Pound Business Run by Amateurs
How a once-serious nation became a masterclass in short-termism and mismanagement Introduction — Systemic, Cross-Party Failure The UK’s political crisis isn’t ideological — it’s operational. Every major party has taken turns running the country, and every one of them has left the same underlying problems untouched. The system isn’t failing because the “wrong team” won;…
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Unlocking the Potential of Not-for-Profit Companies – Addressing the Capital Challenge through State Support
In the pursuit of a more equitable and compassionate society, the establishment of “not-for-profit companies” to provide essential services has gained traction as a transformative approach. These entities prioritize public welfare over profits, ensuring that healthcare, education, water supply, public transport, and energy distribution remain accessible and affordable to all citizens. However, the challenge of…
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A Brighter Future with Solar Rooftops – Government Policy for Every New Building
As the world grapples with the escalating challenges of climate change and the need to transition towards sustainable energy solutions, bold and decisive government policies are crucial. One such policy that holds immense promise for a greener and more sustainable future is mandating the installation of solar panels on the roofs of every new building.…
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Solar Power – A Promising Alternative to Hydrocarbons for Power Production
As the world faces the unprecedented challenges of climate change and the depletion of finite fossil fuel resources, the quest for sustainable and renewable energy solutions has gained immense significance. Solar power, harnessing the energy radiated by the sun, has emerged as a promising contender to replace the traditional reliance on hydrocarbons for power production.…
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Net Zero: A Balancing Act between Aspiration and Mineral Realities
The concept of achieving net zero emissions has gained momentum in recent years as the world grapples with the urgency of mitigating climate change. The goal of reaching net zero emissions involves balancing the total greenhouse gas emissions released into the atmosphere with an equivalent amount removed or offset, effectively stabilizing the Earth’s climate. While…
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The Viability of Carbon Capture – Unleashing the Potential of Myles Allen’s Vision
I posted a few days ago about the view Myles Allen expressed on the BBC show by Laura Kuenssberg https://mutteringsfromafrica.com/?p=307, some more thoughts come to mind; In the fight against climate change, the need for innovative and scalable solutions has never been more pressing. One such technology that has garnered significant attention is carbon capture…
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Carbon Capture – surely a “no-brainer”
Myles Allen on the BBC program “Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg” said if we can’t get off carbon producing fossil fuels we need to Capture the Carbon they produce, apparently this can be done for 4p per kwh, if correct it seems a no-brainer to me……
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The Perilous Path of Increasing Money Supply: Government and Banks Tread Cautiously
In the complex world of economics, the manipulation of money supply is a powerful tool that can either be a boon or a bane for a nation’s financial stability. Both the government and banks have the authority to influence the money supply, but this power must be wielded with caution. As we observe the economic…