The world is bracing for the consequences of climate change, with extreme storms and rising temperatures wreaking havoc across the globe. The re-election of Donald Trump as US president has cast a shadow over the COP29 climate summit, where representatives from nearly 200 countries are gathering to discuss financial aid for low- and middle-income countries…
global climate change on The Soothsayer / page 5
A recent study has revealed a significant increase in private jet emissions over the past five years, with the number of flights and distance covered by these aircraft soaring. The study found that private flights produced 15.6 million tonnes of CO2 in 2023, a 46% increase from 2019. This trend is concerning, as it exacerbates…
In a groundbreaking episode of “The Joy of Why” podcast, mathematician and statistician Emmanuel Candès discusses the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on prediction science. Candès explains how AI models, often referred to as “black boxes,” can make successful predictions without fully understanding the underlying mechanisms. He also highlights the importance of quantifying uncertainty in…
A small group of climate tech founders, including Halen Mattison and Luke Neise, have shifted their focus from space to Earth, developing technology that can convert carbon dioxide into methane for use in industries such as chemical and plastic manufacturing. Their company, General Galactic, has built a pilot system that can produce 2,000 liters of…
As climate change threatens global food production, researchers and environmental advocates are turning to regenerative agriculture as a solution. By improving soil health, crops can become more resilient to drought and extreme weather. Governments are being urged to offer financial incentives to farmers who adopt regenerative practices, which include crop rotation, cover cropping, and boosting…
A new mutant strain of photosynthesizing bacteria, dubbed Chonkus, has been discovered in the shallow waters off Italy’s Vulcano Island. This superpowered microbe has the potential to aid in carbon sequestration and could be a crucial tool in the fight against climate change. Forecast for 6 months: Governments and research institutions will begin to invest…
