Folks, the news is bad. Humanity has crossed seven out of eight global thresholds needed to keep Earth stable and provide a good life for all, according to the Earth Commission report. 87.5% screwed (We Can Fix It, October 31, 2024) ‘No sign’ of promised fossil fuel transition as emissions hit new high (Guardian, November… Continue reading Climate roundup: Well, this sucks
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Reading Roundup: October 2024
The Nature of Our Cities: Harnessing the Power of the Natural World to Survive a Changing Planet by Nadina Galle. This book is a breezier read than the title might imply; in each chapter, the author flies through several different examples of technology put to use in helping cities around the world prepare and adapt… Continue reading Reading Roundup: October 2024
Climate roundup: Tempests and protests
Hello friends. There's a lot going on this fall, especially in the US as we approach a presidential election, but let's make a pact to keep talking about climate change. Cite the facts. Refute disinformation. Don't let your friends and family feel isolated and alone in their grief or confusion; encourage them to talk too.… Continue reading Climate roundup: Tempests and protests
Reading Roundup: September 2024
Natural History, Postcolonial Love Poem, When I Sing Mountains Dance, Parade, The Morningside.
A year in AI news
Since fall 2023, I have spent about 15 hours in webinars and in-person workshops learning about artificial intelligence--specifically about generative AI and how it could impact my work as a professional writer, a published creative writer, and a creative writing instructor. A few of these workshops offered a balanced look at the technology, with information… Continue reading A year in AI news
Climate Roundup: Back to climate school
Summer is gradually cooling down here in North America, so that means a slightly less overwhelming current of disasters and climate impact news. I wish I could say we are shifting attention to climate politics with the upcoming U.S. election, but it remains a back burner issue. Climate impacts Experts Are Fighting Over Whether to… Continue reading Climate Roundup: Back to climate school
Sara Davis 