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Hosted by Richard Joy and Graham Neale · 🇺🇸 US · EN-GB · 22 episodes
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Light-hearted discussions on the policies, beliefs and ideas shaping the response to the climate crisis.
Richard Joy and Graham Neale hosts 21 Environmental Fallacies, a news show with 22 episodes published.
There are many reasons why planting trees is a good idea, but don't be deluded by the proposition that it will help address the challenge of global warming. Apart from the fact that it takes about 20 years before trees b
The 'Climategate' controversy started in 2009 when a whistleblower discovered that a scientist had manipulated data relating to changes in global temperature. An alternative interpretation of the incident is that hackers
Various governments are investigating geoengineering as a possible option to mitigate the impact of global warming. In this podcast, we assess the risks of geoengineering and consider the dangers of unintended consequenc
In this podcast, we struggle to understand the logic of converting natural environments to monocultures or the rationale for cutting down vast areas of forest. We question the reasons for using bioethanol when the energy
The commitment by international governments to transition to electric vehicles is one of the success stories in the fight against climate change. However, the switch to electric vehicles brings its own set of problems, i
A global transition to renewable energy presents enormous challenges both in delivering the capacity required and in building an energy infrastructure capable of responding to fluctuating energy demand. This podcast epis
This podcast considers the impact of plastic pollution and explains why recycling is not a long-term solution. We discuss potential alternatives to oil-based plastic and identify a possible risk if scientists develop pla
Aviation is going green. The development of 'sustainable aviation fuels' (SAF) can significantly reduce emissions from flying and offers the potential to reduce lifecycle emissions by up to 80%. Well, … that is the claim
This podcast episode considers the potential flaws and benefits of carbon capture technologies. We discuss the challenges facing carbon capture projects, including: the financial costs, implications for renewable energy,
Fallacy 12: Prosperity requires economic growth. This podcast episode considers the relationship between economic growth and prosperity. It looks at what we mean by prosperity and whether it is possible to have prosperit
This podcast considers whether we can adapt to a changing climate. Our sophisticated global economies face huge challenges, and an effective response requires effective strategies and major investment (unfortunately, the
This podcast episode explores how token gestures are used to justify our unsustainable lifestyles. We also discuss the characteristics of the human brain, which responds rapidly to threats that are obviously dangerous an
The challenge of a growing global population is frequently linked to the threat of climate change. This is not surprising as a growing population will increase the demand for consumer goods and energy. This will increase
This episode considers the challenge of transitioning to renewable energy. Rapid adoption of renewables is essential, but many governments appear reluctant to intervene in the energy market. Instead, there appears to be
The carbon credit industry is integral to many of the strategies designed to limit the rise in global temperatures. Carbon credits provide a trading mechanism that enables the producers of carbon emissions to pay other o
This episode considers the characteristics of good and bad environmental policies plus the complexities of cost-benefit analysis - who pays the cost and who enjoys the benefit. We also examine why governments might wish
This episode considers whether we should feel reassured by political claims that 'We are on track'. What does 'On Track' mean? Is this 'On Track' to achieve Net Zero? Is this 'On Track' to avoid temperatures exceeding th
The stated purpose of The Conference of The Parties is to ' …stabilise greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that would prevent dangerous human interference with the climate system'. For the last 30
This episode questions the concept of a 'safe limit'. Is this safe for people living at subsistence levels in developing countries? Or is it safe for people living in the major, western cities. Is it safe for the next 5
The goal of 'net zero' has been widely adopted by governments, the United Nations and many large corporate organisations. There seems to be broad consensus that achieving net zero will address the impending threat of glo
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21 Environmental Fallacies is hosted by Richard Joy and Graham Neale. The show is categorised under news (commentary) and has published 22 episodes.
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