Mission Statement [reviwed and edited 24-12-21]
[but don't hold me to it]

After the devastating Dutch elections [‘23-11-22] I decided to dedicate my toots back to the original goal.
I care about a lot of issues, most global some national; but I won't be 'tooting' about them all.

First and formost I WANT to 'toot' about:
* #ClimateSolutions
Because I trust that most people reading know about the dreadfull future of climate change, I want to spread the, possible, solutions to a problem rather than reiterate on the problem.
* #ClimateJustice
One of those solution might be sueing the polluters or governments on human rights, violations or #Ecoside
* #ClimateAction
Action is by all means a solution.
* #ClimateEmergency
* #Climate

As said I want to focus on the global issue. I don't want to nitpick on too much principles. Like: "What's worse: eating cows or driving diesel?" Both are devastating behaviors of intitled rich people!
On the otherhand therefore I truly respect ANY effort to make a change for the better.

Most of all... I want to add instead of preach. Bring some bits of the puzzle to the table.

I'm NOT a scientist of any kind. I'm just a disabled old white guy typing on a desk reading and searching a lot.

I tend to toot 10-15 toots at 13:00* that I boost again unchanged at 20:00* the same day, but that's NOT a promise. [*=my [Amstedam] time]

I might be interested in: #StopCopCity #ClimateFinance #Capitalism #Energy #USpolitics #Ukraine #Europe #Bernie #XR #OceanCleanup #NextBlue #InductionCooking #TaxTheRich #Africa #FemaleSoccer #Ajax #WomensRights #Indigenous #BigOil #Greta #CityDesign #VanessaNakate #2030 #Wildfires / #Floods #IPCC #AOC and more.
But after a year or two there appear to be 4 general topics: #Climate #Gaza / #IsraeliGenocide #USpolitics and #Ukraine

I tend to follow anyone who 'retoots' or 'favourites' my toots. Forget it, I'm vain.
If any of my 'followers' wants to opt out... this is your chance, as always.

Mission Statement [reviwed and edited 24-12-21]
[but don't hold me to it]

After the devastating Dutch elections [‘23-11-22] I decided to dedicate my toots back to the original goal.
I care about a lot of issues, most global some national; but I won't be 'tooting' about them all.

First and formost I WANT to 'toot' about:
* #ClimateSolutions
Because I trust that most people reading know about the dreadfull future of climate change, I want to spread the, possible, solutions to a problem rather than reiterate on the problem.
* #ClimateJustice
One of those solution might be sueing the polluters or governments on human rights, violations or #Ecoside
* #ClimateAction
Action is by all means a solution.
* #ClimateEmergency
* #Climate

As said I want to focus on the global issue. I don't want to nitpick on too much principles. Like: "What's worse: eating cows or driving diesel?" Both are devastating behaviors of intitled rich people!
On the otherhand therefore I truly respect ANY effort to make a change for the better.

Most of all... I want to add instead of preach. Bring some bits of the puzzle to the table.

I'm NOT a scientist of any kind. I'm just a disabled old white guy typing on a desk reading and searching a lot.

I tend to toot 10-15 toots at 13:00* that I boost again unchanged at 20:00* the same day, but that's NOT a promise. [*=my [Amstedam] time]

I might be interested in: #StopCopCity #ClimateFinance #Capitalism #Energy #USpolitics #Ukraine #Europe #Bernie #XR #OceanCleanup #NextBlue #InductionCooking #TaxTheRich #Africa #FemaleSoccer #Ajax #WomensRights #Indigenous #BigOil #Greta #CityDesign #VanessaNakate #2030 #Wildfires / #Floods #IPCC #AOC and more.
But after a year or two there appear to be 4 general topics: #Climate #Gaza / #IsraeliGenocide #USpolitics and #Ukraine

I tend to follow anyone who 'retoots' or 'favourites' my toots. Forget it, I'm vain.
If any of my 'followers' wants to opt out... this is your chance, as always.

164 #ClimateEmergency #NextBlue #Nepal

Exotic but very captivating story on the consequences of climate change.
Ans as a bonus some very nice pictures.

"Nepal's yarsagumba collectors feel climate heat"
by Mukesh Pokhrel for Next Blue

https://www.next.blue/nepals-yarsagumba-collectors-feel-climate-heat/

Quotes:
"Yarsagumba, also known as caterpillar fungus, is highly valued in traditional Chinese medicine. For many villagers in Nepal, harvesting these fungi growing in the Himalayan highlands is the primary livelihood. With climate-induced avalanches and reduced availability of yarsagumba, the villagers’ lives and livelihoods are at stake, writes Mukesh Pokhrel. \../ Many like the Kunwars are forced to collect yarsagumba due to the absence of an alternate livelihood."

"While the economic value of yarsagumba is undeniable, the yarsagumba collectors find it hard to sustain themselves as the Himalayan region is facing a growing threat due to climate change. Unusual weather patterns are affecting the timing of the growth and collection of yarsagumba."

"“Rising temperatures are leading to more avalanches in the high Himalayan region,” says Sudeep Thakuri, a researcher and climate expert.
Explaining this phenomenon, Indira Kandel, a senior meteorologist at the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, says that an increase in temperature leads to the melting of snow layers and trigger avalanches."

072 #Climate #Dikes
#NextBlue

This time a story that has nothing new for me...
but maybe for NON Dutch readers.
About dikes.

"Uncovering the hidden dangers within dikes"
door Frances Kannekens voor Next Blue

https://www.next.blue/uncovering-the-hidden-dangers-within-dikes/

Quote:
"Mostly built of earth, with a vegetation cover on top, the dikes attract animals, especially the burrowing kind. These animals dig tunnels, holes and shelters to live in. While they make a safe home for themselves, their homes pose a significant threat to the dikes."

"For their concluding assignment, students assumed the roles of crisis coordination experts, specifically simulating the responsibilities of dijkgraafs or dike wardens. Their task involved addressing the imminent collapse risk of a damaged dike, compromised by animal burrows."

"While the students had to manage a pretend-crisis, the actual monitoring is done by watchful wardens who navigate the dike through stages – from assessment to emergencies."

#NextBlue #Kenia

Next Blue features and stimulates stories from the poorer countries and their ties with water.
This story is from Kenia.

"Why Baringo residents want Lake Kamnarok to be restored"
by Barack Oduor for Next Blue

https://www.next.blue/why-baringo-residents-want-lake-kamnarok-to-be-restored/

Quotes:
"Lake Kamnarok, a large oxbow lake and a source of livelihood for many, is diminishing in size and losing its biodiversity due to climate-induced droughts and people’s activities."

" ..Moses Kipcheboi, a 43-year-old fisherman-turned-sand harvester, herding his livestock. He lost 25 of his livestock to drought last year."

"Boyhood memories of paddling across the lake and then fishing to bring food for his family come through in Kipcheboi’s words, implying that the lake was full to its brim once. It was once a bird lovers’ favourite spot. Birds that typically inhabit the lake have deserted the place."

"Studies over a 35-year period (1981–2015) show an increase in rainfall, with episodes of torrential rain causing floods, alongside episodes of heat waves and prolonged dry spells. Last year’s drought saw the lake that is becoming shallower..."

#ClimateSolutions #Croatia
#NextBlue

"To mitigate flooding caused by rapid urbanisation, inadequate drainage system and climate-induced intense rains, Croatia chooses blue-green infrastructure such as parks and lagoons in Zagreb. Croatia also involves youth in its ‘Can you hear our rivers’ project".

Can you hear the rivers?
by Samantha Ashford for Next Blue

https://www.next.blue/can-you-hear-the-rivers

Quote:
"To create sustainable and climate-resilient cities, Croatian Waters adopts the concept of green-blue infrastructure. This innovative approach entails integrating parks, lagoons and other green spaces that serve the dual purpose of alleviating the drainage system during floods and augmenting water retention. Additionally, the organisation plans to incorporate permeable surfaces, such as water-permeable pavement, stones, grids, besides grass, to enhance water absorption and prevent urban flooding."

Mission Statement
[but don't hold me to that]

After the devastating Dutch elections [22-11-'23] I decided to dedicate my toots back to the original goal.
I care about a lot of issues, most global some national; but I won't be 'tooting' about them all.

First and formost I WANT to 'toot' about:
* #ClimateSolutions
Because I trust that most people reading know about the dreadfull future of climate change, I want to spread the, possible, solutions to a problem rather than reiterate on the problem.
* #ClimateJustice
One of those solution might be sueing the polluters or governments on human rights, violations or #Ecoside
* #ClimateAction
Action is by all means a solution.
* #ClimateEmergency
* #Climate

As said I want to focus on the global issue. I don't want to nitpick on too much principles. Like: "What's worse: eating cows or driving diesel?" Both are devastating behaviors of intitled rich people!
On the otherhand therefore I truly respect ANY effort to make a change for the better.

Most of all... I want to add instead of preach. Bring some bits of the puzzle to the table.

I'm NOT a scientist of any kind. I'm just a disabled old white guy typing on a desk reading and searching a lot.

I tend to toot 2 - 3 times a day, but that's NOT a promise.
I tend to follow anyone who 'retoots' or 'favourites' my toots. Forget it, I'm vain.
I might be interested in: #StopCopCity #ClimateFinance #Capitalism #Energy #USpolitics #Ukraine #Europe #Bernie #XR #OceanCleanup #NextBlue #InductionCooking #TaxTheRich #Africa #FemaleSoccer #Ajax #MíTambién #BigOil #Greta #CityDesign #VanessaNakate #2030 #Wildfires #Floods #PussyRiot #IPCC #AOC and more.

If any of my 'followers' want to opt out... this is your chance, as always.

#NextBlue

on Drinking Water Crisis in #MexicoCity .

"The heroism of local climate activists in Mexico City" [7 min read]
by Claire Potter for Next Blue

https://www.next.blue/the-heroism-of-local-climate-activists-in-mexico-city

#NextBlue
about #Bamboo (hé, dat rijmt 😁 )

"Can “green gold” revive Ecuador’s land degraded by gold mining?"
by Lucy Binfield for NextBlue

https://www.next.blue/can-green-gold-revive-ecuadors-land-degraded-by-gold-mining/?ref=nextblue-newsletter

#NextBlue

"Flooding crisis a threat to public health in Lagos"
by Precious Williams for Next Blue

https://www.next.blue/flooding-crisis-a-threat-to-public-health-in-lagos/?ref=nextblue-newsletter

#NextBlue
#UsFirstNation

About the Gullah Geechee people of the United States, Mosquito Beach

"Rising seas threaten the Gullah Geechee culture"
by Melba Newsome for Next Blue

https://www.next.blue/rising-seas-threaten-the-gullah-geechee-culture/

#NextBlue

"Bangladesh and the Netherlands unite for climate resilience"
by Joep Janssen for Next Blue

https://www.next.blue/bangladesh-and-the-netherlands-unite-for-climate-resilience/?