Dr. Avit K. Bhowmik’s Post

Dear politicians, don't you see that the ecosystem of our planet is totally worn out by us? And can I ask all environmentalist to please STOP TALKING ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE. That diagnostic is - although true - far too narrow, and it is distorting the narrative completely. The real problem is GLOBAL ECOSYSTEM COLLAPSE. Excessive land use causing accelerated mass extinction of mainly large vertebrates is a far greater problem. Autonomous nature is almost inexistent. Everything we have done so far is too little too late. And populism, both on the left and on the right side, will only make things worse. We have to do everything at once: invent a just and inclusive capitalism that doesn't need excessive growth, preserve 50% of the planet as autonomous natural reserve, and limit our population to less than 4 billion. When will we ever stop celebrating our blind anthropocentric ignorance?

🌍Ever felt like there’s nothing you can do about climate change? Think again! Citizen science is our secret weapon in the battle against the climate emergency. 🌱 📝Check out our latest #AlterArticle to discover how grassroots initiatives are reshaping our approach to sustainability, science, and policy making. 🙋🏻Explore real-life stories of communities coming together to monitor and mitigate climate-related hazards like flooding, heatwaves, and storms. 👩🏻🔬From urban environments to rural landscapes, witness the transformative impact of citizen-led research projects like I-CHANGE, which empowers people to drive behavioral change and create a more resilient future. Get inspired by tangible results of citizen science in action! Read more: https://lnkd.in/dVQb2JqK #ClimateAction #CitizenScience #Sustainability 🌿

🌍 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 Leading climate scientist Johan Rockström's stark warning at the DLD Conference: we are pushing 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘀, risking the very stability that has allowed humanity to thrive.  The 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 and the 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 are inextricably linked, posing an existential threat to our planet's stability. ✍️𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: • 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: We are at risk of pushing the Earth system beyond its safe operating limits, jeopardizing the stability that has fostered human civilization. • 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: The Earth's natural systems, which have buffered human impacts, are showing signs of weakening, evidenced by the Amazon rainforest becoming a net carbon source. • 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘀: The alarming rate of biodiversity loss further erodes the resilience of ecosystems, making them more vulnerable to collapse and exacerbating climate change. 👊𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀? We have the science, the solutions, and the economic case for change. As a sustainability consultancy, we're committed to helping organizations navigate this crisis and build a future where both people and planet prosper. Let's turn this dire warning into a catalyst for transformative action. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗡𝗢𝗪. #NatureCollapse #ClimateEmergency #ActNow #Sustainability #PlanetaryBoundaries #Biodiversity Check the link to the video in the comments 👇and connect with us to explore how we can safeguard our planet's future together. 🤝

Frontiers Planet Prize 2024 National Champions have been announced 🏆 These top scientists around the world have published groundbreaking articles that contribute to our understanding of the Earth’s systems and put forward pathways to transformative solutions with respect to the nine #PlanetaryBoundaries. Their work spans a wide range of disciplines, from climate change mitigation and sustainable energy solutions to advancements in healthcare and technology. Read more about the 2024 National Champions and their research ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gM9WZePD #PlanetaryBoundaries #PlanetaryHealth #EarthSystemScience #GreenRenaissance

What is in store for the world in the not-so-distant future, marked by the need to adapt to the increasingly dire effects of climate change? That is the question asked in a new report from Blue Shift, Arthur D. Little’s forward-looking research house. In this 120-page report, entitled “We’re doomed, now what?”, five distinct scenarios for the future are presented to find the way to an uncertain future through climate change adaptation technologies. Blue Shift’s experts identified 11 factors shaping climate change adaptation grouped into geophysical, biological, behavioral/ demographic, and economic categories. The full report by Zoe Huczok and Albert Meige is available at: https://lnkd.in/e_r7QYq7 #climateadaptation #climateaction #resilience #technology #climatetech #AdaptationLeader

Want to get to know more about Climate Change but don't want it to be overwhelming? Climate Fresk is a 3h playful and collaborative way to achieve such target and engage stakeholders toward impactful actions! Couple of month ago I came facilitator of the workshop. Now together with Vincent Govaers and Lucas Becker we are ready to spread the word. Interested? Reach out or check the post below 👇 #ClimateChange #Sustainability #ClimateFresk #Transition #PositiveImpact

There are European projects in the field of #ClimateChange - such as #ICHANGE - that not only provide guidance, but aim to inspire citizens to become active agents of change, harnesing the power of #CitizenScience initiatives.

In the discussion of climate challenges, their impact on the planet, and solutions, I've never found the apocalyptic angle particularly helpful. However, it's clear that trends continue to emerge and converge raising cause for concern. Population growth, rapid urbanization, the underbelly of middle-class growth, food and water security, and rising conflict are just a few. How do we mitigate these challenges? Many leaders, particularly those in emerging economies, continue to pursue growth at a substantial cost to the environment and future generations. It is the right of these inhabitants to secure a better life than generations before, but what does that "better life" entail? I do believe that this growth can be achieved sustainably. Despite this belief, global alignment on the problem and solutions remains distant. Focusing on urban-based solutions and a more equitable distribution of economics across the climate ecosystem will be necessary to mitigate future challenges. #climatechange #geopoliticalrisk #urbanization #megacities #sustainabledevelopmentgoals #sdg12 #sdg2030 #sustainablecities

"Here we are, arguably the most intelligent being that ever walked planet Earth, with this extraordinary brain, yet we’re destroying the only home we have. Discover how our extraordinary brains, capable of remarkable achievements, also drive us to harm our only home—Earth. Learn why this quote rings true and what we can do to change our course for a sustainable future." This quote highlights a profound paradox of human existence. We, as humans, possess an extraordinary brain, capable of incredible feats of intelligence, creativity, and innovation. We have developed advanced technologies, explored the farthest reaches of space, and unlocked countless mysteries of the natural world. Yet, despite our remarkable intellectual abilities, we are simultaneously causing unprecedented damage to our planet. The Role of Human Activities:- 1. Industrialization: The rise of factories and mass production has increased pollution and waste, contributing to air and water contamination. 2. Deforestation: Clearing forests for agriculture and urban development has destroyed habitats and increased atmospheric carbon dioxide levels. 3. Climate Change: The burning of fossil fuels for energy has released greenhouse gases, leading to global warming and extreme weather patterns. Let's harness our extraordinary brains not just to thrive, but to protect and sustain the world for future generations. . . . #sustainablefuture #protection #HumanParadox #EnvironmentalAwareness #ClimateActionNow #SaveOurEarth #GreenLivingTips #economy #EarthCare #FutureGenerations #PlanetProtection #InnovateForGood #SustainabilityMatters #ClimateChangeAwareness #EnvironmentalResponsibility #SustainableLiving #GreenRevolution #EcoConscious #ActOnClimate #PreserveNature #HumanImpact #ProtectBiodiversity #SustainableDevelopment #EnvironmentalStewardship

Maybe we shouldn’t worry about the scale of the impact of global climate change on the local level…claiming that ecologist narratives embody the future in advance & that we’re heading to a dystopia without any form of doubt, completely rules out any possibility of change. But changes in planetary climate go beyond local climate, affecting global weather patterns, ocean currents, & ecosystems. Beyond events on the local level, climate change already has far-reaching global impacts, including mass migration, biodiversity loss, environmental degradation due to energy & food production, extreme weather events, & more… Local efforts are crucial in mitigating these global impacts. By recognizing the interconnectedness of global & local dynamics, & through international cooperation & policy changes, we can adapt & create a more resilient & hopeful future for ALL communities. —Worrying too hard about the own backyard isn’t going to solve anything at all.