Becca
@beccasoderberg.bsky.social
Studying MSc Sustainability and Ecology at the Centre for Alternative Technology 💚
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41 years ago, Carl Sagan gave a clear and elegant explanation of the science behind global warming.
August 14, 2026 at 2:21 AM
41 years ago, Carl Sagan gave a clear and elegant explanation of the science behind global warming.
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The Lovelock Papers: Shell’s Hidden Climate Knowledge Under Scrutiny as Court Battle Looms.
Ahead of a landmark climate lawsuit, confidential documents show how British scientist James Lovelock warned executives of the risks of burning fossil fuels in the 1960s.
www.desmog.com/2026/07/29/t...
Ahead of a landmark climate lawsuit, confidential documents show how British scientist James Lovelock warned executives of the risks of burning fossil fuels in the 1960s.
www.desmog.com/2026/07/29/t...
The Lovelock Papers: Shell’s Hidden Climate Knowledge Under Scrutiny as Court Battle Looms
“What seems to be important,” wrote the visionary British scientist, James Lovelock, in June 1966, is “the almost certain fact that the climate is worsening and the probability that the combustion of ...
www.desmog.com
August 3, 2026 at 2:57 PM
The Lovelock Papers: Shell’s Hidden Climate Knowledge Under Scrutiny as Court Battle Looms.
Ahead of a landmark climate lawsuit, confidential documents show how British scientist James Lovelock warned executives of the risks of burning fossil fuels in the 1960s.
www.desmog.com/2026/07/29/t...
Ahead of a landmark climate lawsuit, confidential documents show how British scientist James Lovelock warned executives of the risks of burning fossil fuels in the 1960s.
www.desmog.com/2026/07/29/t...
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Sir #DavidAttenborough
“Things are going to get worse. This is the new extinction. We are in terrible, terrible trouble and the longer we wait to do something about it, the worse it is going to get."
#ClimateEmergency
“Things are going to get worse. This is the new extinction. We are in terrible, terrible trouble and the longer we wait to do something about it, the worse it is going to get."
#ClimateEmergency
David Attenborough, the voice of Our Planet: “Things are going to get worse”
The voice of some of the most stunning nature documentaries ever made is pessimistic about the future of wildlife on earth.
www.vox.com
August 1, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Sir #DavidAttenborough
“Things are going to get worse. This is the new extinction. We are in terrible, terrible trouble and the longer we wait to do something about it, the worse it is going to get."
#ClimateEmergency
“Things are going to get worse. This is the new extinction. We are in terrible, terrible trouble and the longer we wait to do something about it, the worse it is going to get."
#ClimateEmergency
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Today is Earth Overshoot Day 🌍, a date that changes each year and which marks the point when humanity’s demand for ecological resources and services exceeds what the Earth’s ecosystems can regenerate in that year.
More info👇
More info👇
July 30, 2026 at 8:12 AM
Today is Earth Overshoot Day 🌍, a date that changes each year and which marks the point when humanity’s demand for ecological resources and services exceeds what the Earth’s ecosystems can regenerate in that year.
More info👇
More info👇
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The answer is one word; capitalism! People don’t care what the conditions for future generations are going to be like. Companies don’t care, CEOs and other corporate officers are rewarded on a quarterly basis not on long terms objectives. Either we destroy capitalism, or it’s going to destroy us.
June 22, 2026 at 4:59 PM
The answer is one word; capitalism! People don’t care what the conditions for future generations are going to be like. Companies don’t care, CEOs and other corporate officers are rewarded on a quarterly basis not on long terms objectives. Either we destroy capitalism, or it’s going to destroy us.
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Food prices could rise 170% by 2050 due to the climate crisis.
People are already struggling to put food on the table while farmers and workers can't make ends meet.
We need urgent action.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
People are already struggling to put food on the table while farmers and workers can't make ends meet.
We need urgent action.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Zack Polanski warns Britain’s food system is ‘close to collapse’
The Greens have called for a £1,000-a-month basic income for some agricultural workers
www.independent.co.uk
June 8, 2026 at 6:46 AM
Food prices could rise 170% by 2050 due to the climate crisis.
People are already struggling to put food on the table while farmers and workers can't make ends meet.
We need urgent action.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
People are already struggling to put food on the table while farmers and workers can't make ends meet.
We need urgent action.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
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“Sunlight has to travel 93 million miles to reach the Earth, but none of those miles go through the Strait of Hormuz,” says @billmckibben.bsky.social. “That makes it a very appealing alternative, especially now that it’s cheaper than burning coal and gas and oil.”
May 5, 2026 at 5:16 AM
“Sunlight has to travel 93 million miles to reach the Earth, but none of those miles go through the Strait of Hormuz,” says @billmckibben.bsky.social. “That makes it a very appealing alternative, especially now that it’s cheaper than burning coal and gas and oil.”
‘In all scenarios, achieving Net Zero was found to be a more cost-effective path for the UK economy than continued reliance on fossil fuels, bringing a net benefit to society.'
Cost of Net Zero by 2050 less than a single fossil fuel price shock – CCC - Climate Change Committee
The independent, statutory body tested its cost and energy security conclusions against different scenarios. It found that the total additional cost of a single fossil fuel price spike of 2022 magnitu...
www.theccc.org.uk
March 13, 2026 at 8:59 PM
‘In all scenarios, achieving Net Zero was found to be a more cost-effective path for the UK economy than continued reliance on fossil fuels, bringing a net benefit to society.'
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Some of the most worrying impacts of nature loss weren’t disclosed to the public.
This is a must watch and makes clear what’s at stake if we fail to commit to urgent action for nature. 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=59DZ...
This is a must watch and makes clear what’s at stake if we fail to commit to urgent action for nature. 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=59DZ...
We uncovered the redacted climate report the government didn’t want you to see
YouTube video by ITV News
www.youtube.com
March 2, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Some of the most worrying impacts of nature loss weren’t disclosed to the public.
This is a must watch and makes clear what’s at stake if we fail to commit to urgent action for nature. 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=59DZ...
This is a must watch and makes clear what’s at stake if we fail to commit to urgent action for nature. 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=59DZ...
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The Epstein files grant us a rare glimpse into the kind of machinations that must be happening all the time. As @bylinetimes.bsky.social reveals, Trump's fixer, Steve Bannon, helped Boris Johnson overthrow Theresa May. Blatant foreign interference in our politics. 🧵
bylinetimes.com/2026/02/16/b...
bylinetimes.com/2026/02/16/b...
Bannon, Epstein, Farage and Johnson and the Plot to 'Topple' Theresa May
The far-right former Trump adviser told Jeffrey Epstein that "we are overthrowing May right now" as he worked with Boris Johnson to remove the then Conservative Prime Minister from office
bylinetimes.com
February 25, 2026 at 7:39 AM
The Epstein files grant us a rare glimpse into the kind of machinations that must be happening all the time. As @bylinetimes.bsky.social reveals, Trump's fixer, Steve Bannon, helped Boris Johnson overthrow Theresa May. Blatant foreign interference in our politics. 🧵
bylinetimes.com/2026/02/16/b...
bylinetimes.com/2026/02/16/b...
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Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem.
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot
It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
www.theguardian.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:18 AM
Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem.
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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All those who wrongly believe that nature collapse might be 'sad', but won't really affect them in any way, badly need to wake up.
Nature isn't just 'nice to have'.
Planet Earth is only liveable – for *us* too – due to the regulating effects of natural ecosystems.
share.google/NoVLRatfUoH5...
Nature isn't just 'nice to have'.
Planet Earth is only liveable – for *us* too – due to the regulating effects of natural ecosystems.
share.google/NoVLRatfUoH5...
Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn
Ecosystem destruction will increase food shortages, disorder and mass migration, with effects already being felt
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January 21, 2026 at 9:01 AM
All those who wrongly believe that nature collapse might be 'sad', but won't really affect them in any way, badly need to wake up.
Nature isn't just 'nice to have'.
Planet Earth is only liveable – for *us* too – due to the regulating effects of natural ecosystems.
share.google/NoVLRatfUoH5...
Nature isn't just 'nice to have'.
Planet Earth is only liveable – for *us* too – due to the regulating effects of natural ecosystems.
share.google/NoVLRatfUoH5...
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Sir David Attenborough has joined the Rothbury appeal to protect 3,800 hectares of wild Northumberland 🏞️
A once in a generation chance to secure this precious landscape.
Together we can protect it forever. You can donate here: www.wildlifetrusts.org/appeals/roth...
youtu.be/dLpzhR0nK3w - 📽️
A once in a generation chance to secure this precious landscape.
Together we can protect it forever. You can donate here: www.wildlifetrusts.org/appeals/roth...
youtu.be/dLpzhR0nK3w - 📽️
Sir David Attenborough - The Rothbury Estate for Nature and Nation
YouTube video by Northumberland Wildlife Trust
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November 3, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Sir David Attenborough has joined the Rothbury appeal to protect 3,800 hectares of wild Northumberland 🏞️
A once in a generation chance to secure this precious landscape.
Together we can protect it forever. You can donate here: www.wildlifetrusts.org/appeals/roth...
youtu.be/dLpzhR0nK3w - 📽️
A once in a generation chance to secure this precious landscape.
Together we can protect it forever. You can donate here: www.wildlifetrusts.org/appeals/roth...
youtu.be/dLpzhR0nK3w - 📽️
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Researchers in Leeds have joined experts from across the world in warning that Earth is reaching the first of many climate tipping points that will cause catastrophic harm without urgent action.
#climatecrisis #tippingpoint #auspol www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article...
#climatecrisis #tippingpoint #auspol www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article...
‘New reality’ as world reaches first climate tipping point
Researchers in Leeds have joined experts from across the world in warning that Earth is reaching the first of many climate tipping points that will cause catastrophic harm without urgent action.
www.leeds.ac.uk
October 13, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Researchers in Leeds have joined experts from across the world in warning that Earth is reaching the first of many climate tipping points that will cause catastrophic harm without urgent action.
#climatecrisis #tippingpoint #auspol www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article...
#climatecrisis #tippingpoint #auspol www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article...
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"If we lose hope, we're doomed."
We must continue Dr. Jane Goodall's mission and all fight for the future of the planet.
We must continue Dr. Jane Goodall's mission and all fight for the future of the planet.
October 1, 2025 at 7:31 PM
"If we lose hope, we're doomed."
We must continue Dr. Jane Goodall's mission and all fight for the future of the planet.
We must continue Dr. Jane Goodall's mission and all fight for the future of the planet.
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The last 3 years have been the hottest in around 125,000 years.
CO2 levels are their highest in MILLIONS of years.
But most people have no idea this is happening, let alone what it means for our kids’ futures.
Our politics & media have failed our children. We should be furious.
CO2 levels are their highest in MILLIONS of years.
But most people have no idea this is happening, let alone what it means for our kids’ futures.
Our politics & media have failed our children. We should be furious.
August 31, 2025 at 10:18 AM
The last 3 years have been the hottest in around 125,000 years.
CO2 levels are their highest in MILLIONS of years.
But most people have no idea this is happening, let alone what it means for our kids’ futures.
Our politics & media have failed our children. We should be furious.
CO2 levels are their highest in MILLIONS of years.
But most people have no idea this is happening, let alone what it means for our kids’ futures.
Our politics & media have failed our children. We should be furious.
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Nature puts food on our tables.
Nature filters the water we drink.
Nature cleans the air we breathe.
Nature protects us from natural disasters.
Nature powers our livelihoods.
Nature protects our health.
And now, nature needs us.
Nature filters the water we drink.
Nature cleans the air we breathe.
Nature protects us from natural disasters.
Nature powers our livelihoods.
Nature protects our health.
And now, nature needs us.
August 30, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Nature puts food on our tables.
Nature filters the water we drink.
Nature cleans the air we breathe.
Nature protects us from natural disasters.
Nature powers our livelihoods.
Nature protects our health.
And now, nature needs us.
Nature filters the water we drink.
Nature cleans the air we breathe.
Nature protects us from natural disasters.
Nature powers our livelihoods.
Nature protects our health.
And now, nature needs us.
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www.theguardian.com/environment/... The AtMOC is a major part of the global climate system. It brings sun-warmed tropical water to Europe and the Arctic, where it cools and sinks to form a deep return current. This is apocalypse. (Picture walking from England to Ireland on a new ice sheet. )
Collapse of critical Atlantic current is no longer low-likelihood, study finds
Scientists say ‘shocking’ discovery shows rapid cuts in carbon emissions are needed to avoid catastrophic fallout
www.theguardian.com
August 28, 2025 at 6:28 PM
www.theguardian.com/environment/... The AtMOC is a major part of the global climate system. It brings sun-warmed tropical water to Europe and the Arctic, where it cools and sinks to form a deep return current. This is apocalypse. (Picture walking from England to Ireland on a new ice sheet. )
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Gus Speth: "I used to think that top environmental problems were biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and climate change. I thought that 30 years of good science could address these problems. I was wrong. The top environmental problems are selfishness, greed and apathy...”
August 26, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Gus Speth: "I used to think that top environmental problems were biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and climate change. I thought that 30 years of good science could address these problems. I was wrong. The top environmental problems are selfishness, greed and apathy...”
“There are yew trees in this country that are older than Stonehenge – nobody would ever contemplate not protecting Stonehenge so why would a living thing that's older than Stonehenge not receive some protection?"
The Sycamore Gap case has shed light on a deeper issue with trees
The felling has prompted calls for stricter legal protections for other trees and drawn attention to wider issues
www.bbc.co.uk
July 15, 2025 at 6:18 AM
“There are yew trees in this country that are older than Stonehenge – nobody would ever contemplate not protecting Stonehenge so why would a living thing that's older than Stonehenge not receive some protection?"
‘we’re talking about nearly half the tree of life disappearing in one human lifetime. That is absolutely catastrophic’
‘Half the tree of life’: ecologists’ horror as nature reserves are emptied of insects
A new point in history has been reached, entomologists say, as climate-led species’ collapse moves up the food chain even in supposedly protected regions free of pesticides
www.theguardian.com
June 3, 2025 at 4:09 PM
‘we’re talking about nearly half the tree of life disappearing in one human lifetime. That is absolutely catastrophic’
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Carl Sagan ; Cosmos
"Momentary Masters"
"Momentary Masters"
June 1, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Carl Sagan ; Cosmos
"Momentary Masters"
"Momentary Masters"
