Granted that this is geoengineering, which calls for great caution, this sounds far better than injecting sulfur dioxide into the upper atmosphere. I remember reading about experiments with iron supplementation of sea water decades ago, which was intended to see if it would increase plankton and therefore fish stocks; it worked, but was stopped for fear of what unknown effects it might have.
Another thing to consider: iron supplementation of seawater, just like sulphur dioxide injection into the upper atmosphere, is inexpensive enough that a single very wealthy individual could do enough to alter the climate.
No--in my comment above I posted a link to a video of a QAnon guy being interviewed by Anderson Cooper. He apologizes to Cooper for believing that Cooper eats babies.
The Colleges That Took the Pandemic Seriously [Click] “Many colleges and universities have figured out how to diagnose their populations and control outbreaks—and offer a vision for more normal life until the vaccine is available to all.”
Back when I worked at the Bookshop, I closed the store at 5:00pm and was ready to leave at 5:30pm. I still remember how good it felt at the end of January, because there was still light as I was locking the door!
It sure looks like Punxsutawney PA will be having a blizzard Tuesday, which would mean that Phil will NOT see his shadow, meaning an Early Spring is predicted.
It also helps that the National Weather Service expects February to be much warmer than usual, and March and April to be warmer than usual.
While doing some gardening (pruning and replacing a sprinkler head) I found myself reflecting on what might happen if Trump does not present a brief, does not have an attorney, does not appear, represents himself, etc. I see that Senator Leahey is an attorney (JD Georgetown Law, etc.). That being the case, I expect that he is probably refreshing his memory about the Federal Rules of Procedure. Technically they probably don't bind the Senate, but they ought to be a good guide. BTW, listener, I see that Leahey was Chittenden County Attorney. Also that he is the last of the Watergate Babies.
Trump announces legal team after high-profile departures By Caroline Linton, Sara Cook January 31, 2021 / 6:44 PM / CBS News
Former President Trump said Sunday that he has selected a legal team, according to his office, less than 24 hours after several members of his legal team parted ways with the former president. Mr. Trump's Senate impeachment trial is set to begin on February 9.
Lawyers David Schoen and Bruce L. Castor Jr. will represent Mr. Trump, the office said.
The news comes after Trump adviser Jason Miller confirmed on Saturday night that South Carolina attorney Butch Bowers, who was expected to be the lead attorney, and Deborah Barbier are no longer part of his team. A Trump adviser said the departures were mutual.
Sen. Bernie Sanders told ABC News that he believed Senate Democrats have the votes to pass another COVID-19 relief package.
Said Sanders: “Yes, I believe that we do because it’s hard for me to imagine any Democrat, no matter what state he or she may come from, who doesn’t understand the need to go forward right now in an aggressive way to protect the working families of this country.”
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ReplyDeleteGranted that this is geoengineering, which calls for great caution, this sounds far better than injecting sulfur dioxide into the upper atmosphere. I remember reading about experiments with iron supplementation of sea water decades ago, which was intended to see if it would increase plankton and therefore fish stocks; it worked, but was stopped for fear of what unknown effects it might have.
DeleteAnother thing to consider: iron supplementation of seawater, just like sulphur dioxide injection into the upper atmosphere, is inexpensive enough that a single very wealthy individual could do enough to alter the climate.
DeleteThis is weird. "Sorry for believing that you ate babies, Anderson."
ReplyDeleteHmmmm.... suddenly lacking the courage of his convictions, eh?
DeleteSorry, that is the best response I can come up with.
Ah, rats! Did I miss a QAnon troll?
DeleteNo--in my comment above I posted a link to a video of a QAnon guy being interviewed by Anderson Cooper. He apologizes to Cooper for believing that Cooper eats babies.
DeleteOHIO; COVID cases 895,792 and 11,175 deaths.
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Eight days for carrots to get to Belfast with complex Brexit checks [Click] “A day at a frozen food transport firm in Northern Ireland exposes the obstacles to moving goods across the Irish Sea”
Tisk, tisk. Who could have foreseen that Brexit would cause problems? :P
DeleteIn the normal course of events, such difficulties would open up opportunities for smugglers. But I doubt many people will be smuggling frozen carrots.
DeleteThe Colleges That Took the Pandemic Seriously [Click] “Many colleges and universities have figured out how to diagnose their populations and control outbreaks—and offer a vision for more normal life until the vaccine is available to all.”
ReplyDelete5:30 and still very very light! I do believe spring is on its way! Yay!!!
ReplyDeleteI know. Isn't it lovely? Really lifts the spirits.
DeleteBack when I worked at the Bookshop, I closed the store at 5:00pm and was ready to leave at 5:30pm. I still remember how good it felt at the end of January, because there was still light as I was locking the door!
DeleteCool. We should be hearing from the weather rodent soon for confirmation. :)
ReplyDeleteWe just watched Groundhog Day ... again...!
DeleteIt sure looks like Punxsutawney PA will be having a blizzard Tuesday, which would mean that Phil will NOT see his shadow, meaning an Early Spring is predicted.
It also helps that the National Weather Service expects February to be much warmer than usual, and March and April to be warmer than usual.
Do they have an in with Phil?
DeleteWhile doing some gardening (pruning and replacing a sprinkler head) I found myself reflecting on what might happen if Trump does not present a brief, does not have an attorney, does not appear, represents himself, etc. I see that Senator Leahey is an attorney (JD Georgetown Law, etc.). That being the case, I expect that he is probably refreshing his memory about the Federal Rules of Procedure. Technically they probably don't bind the Senate, but they ought to be a good guide. BTW, listener, I see that Leahey was Chittenden County Attorney. Also that he is the last of the Watergate Babies.
ReplyDeleteThis just in:
ReplyDeleteTrump announces legal team after high-profile departures
By Caroline Linton, Sara Cook
January 31, 2021 / 6:44 PM / CBS News
Former President Trump said Sunday that he has selected a legal team, according to his office, less than 24 hours after several members of his legal team parted ways with the former president. Mr. Trump's Senate impeachment trial is set to begin on February 9.
Lawyers David Schoen and Bruce L. Castor Jr. will represent Mr. Trump, the office said.
The news comes after Trump adviser Jason Miller confirmed on Saturday night that South Carolina attorney Butch Bowers, who was expected to be the lead attorney, and Deborah Barbier are no longer part of his team. A Trump adviser said the departures were mutual.
David Schoen was Epstein's last lawyer and he also represented Roger Stone.
DeleteBruce Castor declined to prosecute Bill Cosby.
DT can sink lower than I could ever imagine.
DeleteRenee~~our weather is predicting sunny for Tuesday, so who knows?
ReplyDeleteSen. Bernie Sanders told ABC News that he believed Senate Democrats have the votes to pass another COVID-19 relief package.
ReplyDeleteSaid Sanders: “Yes, I believe that we do because it’s hard for me to imagine any Democrat, no matter what state he or she may come from, who doesn’t understand the need to go forward right now in an aggressive way to protect the working families of this country.”
Well, Bernie, I sure hope you're right.
I hope so!
DeleteYah! I hope Biden tells the 10 Republicans who want him to cut the package to less than half that he has no interest in their proposal.
DeleteYep, non-starter city. But classic Republican cooperation: "Let's cooperate; you do everything our way."
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