Blog/Commentary
SRI Investing, An Underrated Climate Change Solution
The evidence is irrefutable that climate change is widespread, rapid, and intensifying. We, the consumers, will make the biggest difference. While I applaud us for recycling, switching to EVs, and installing solar panels – our most powerful influence lies in our wallets and our investments.
Responsible Investing
Climate Change
Hurricane Ida’s rapid intensification spurred by climate change, bad luck - Axios
But even the most bullish forecast did not call for this rate of intensification.
In Afghanistan, War and Climate Change Collide - The New York Times
Unrest and climate change are creating an agonizing feedback loop that punishes some of the world’s most vulnerable people.
Health/Biotech
TikTok, Reddit, and Facebook are struggling with ivermectin misinformation - The Verge
Platforms face the latest wave of COVID-19 misinformation.
While they wait for the vaccine, millions of Africans can't easily social distance or wash their hands - Fast Company
Due to crowded living conditions and lack of sanitation, it’s almost impossible for the majority of Africans to protect themselves from COVID-19. And vaccines are not coming soon.
Culture
Zoom Dysmorphia Is Following People Into the Real World | WIRED
Eighteen months of using front-facing cameras has distorted our self-image—and a new study reveals that the effects aren't going away easily.