Tag Archives: Environment

What if we could see carbon emissions? #shorts

Posted on August 8, 2023 by agogo22
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Carbon credits – land grab or the Amazon’s future? | BBC News

Posted on August 8, 2023 by agogo22

By Katy Watson Ilha de Marajó, Pará Indigenous people of different ethnic groups marched in Belém for land demarcation ahead of the summit The eight countries who share the rainforest are in Brazil for a “milestone” meeting. This week, delegates … Continue reading →

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Countless Astonished Faces Emerge from Driftwood in Expressive Sculptures by Marc Bourlier | Colossal

Posted on August 7, 2023 by agogo22

AUGUST 7, 2023 KATE MOTHES “Écran plat” (1999), driftwood and linen twine, 60 x 50 x 7 centimeters. All images © Marc Bourlier, shared with permission Characterized by elongated noses and tiny, punched eyes and mouths, Marc Bourlier’s expressive figures … Continue reading →

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Where Does Grounded Electricity Actually Go?

Posted on August 7, 2023 by agogo22

  Grounding is one of the most confusing and misunderstood aspects of the grid. 🥑 For 50% off with HelloFresh PLUS free shipping, use code 50PRACTICAL at https://bit.ly/44zdZll! Errata: At 10:40, the meter is set to resistance (not voltage). Since … Continue reading →

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The Ginkgo Tree Planted 1,400 Years Ago

Posted on August 7, 2023 by agogo22

Ginkgo trees are a species native to China and today retain great cultural significance. One Ginkgo tree planted in the courtyard of an ancient temple lives close to where the terracotta statues were buried in Xi’an China. And this tree … Continue reading →

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Breaking barriers with quantum physics | Dr. Shohini Ghose | TEDxNickelCity

Posted on August 7, 2023 by agogo22

This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Dr. Shohini Ghose talks about how the laws of quantum mechanics may be harnessed to develop next generation computers and novel protocols like teleportation. Shohini … Continue reading →

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It’s getting to the point now this summer…

Posted on August 7, 2023 by agogo22
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Quick and Easy Blackberry Bramble Basket

Posted on August 5, 2023 by agogo22

25 Sept 2013 Update: I now have a video available showing how to use large-stemmed blackberry vines! • Himalayan Blackberry Bramble Bark Basket If you saw my Tidal Art video • Tidal Art , you know that I’m fascinated with … Continue reading →

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The Biggest Science Story of the Week

Posted on August 4, 2023 by agogo22

In the short term, we’re in significantly more trouble than we thought we were. It turns out that we’ve been doing geo-engineering all this time and now we have some fantastically good data on one of the best ways to … Continue reading →

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What Does IQ Actually Measure?

Posted on August 4, 2023 by agogo22

IQ is supposed to measure intelligence, but does it? Head to https://brilliant.org/veritasium to start your free 30-day trial, and the first 200 people get 20% off an annual premium subscription. If you’re looking for a molecular modeling kit, try Snatoms … Continue reading →

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