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SOS (Send Less Mess)

Posted on June 19, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
S.O.S.
Under stress
S.O.S.
Under duress
Please…
Send less mess

[Verse]
Unfortunately,
Can you rescue me
(You rescue)
(Me unfortunately)

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]
Can’t believe
Hard to breathe
(Can’t believe)
(Hard to breathe)
S.O.S.
(Under stress)
S.O.S.
(Under duress)
Please…
Send less mess
Less mess!

[Chorus]
Thieves!
Took my breath away
Thieves!
Ruined our way

[Break]
[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]
Save the day!
Took my breath away
Save the day!

Going down now, (going down)
Going down now, (going down)
Going down now, (going down)
Going d-d-d-d-down
Woo, woo

[Instrumental, Harmonica Solo, Guitar]

S.O.S.
(Under stress)
S.O.S.
(Under duress)
Please…
Send less mess
Less mess!

A SCIENCE NOTE

Earth’s Current Climate Status

“We’ve entered the Age of Loss and Damage, but we’re just at the start. What we are seeing already just makes you want to cry,” expressed Dr. Christopher Trisos from the University of Cape Town in a recent BBC interview (MP3 Format). He highlighted the inevitability of loss and damage but emphasized that there are significant measures we can take to mitigate it.

In the 20th century, the Earth’s surface temperature averaged 13.9℃. However, in the first weeks of July 2023, the global average temperature surged to 17℃, marking a concerning shift. The question arises: Can humans endure temperatures greater than 3℃? The answer is a grim “probably not long,” as such extremes have never been experienced by humanity before.

September 6, 2023, marked a dire warning from United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, following the World Meteorological Organization’s report on the hottest Northern Hemisphere summer in human history. Guterres stated, “The dog days of summer are not just barking, they are biting,” emphasizing the severity of the situation.

Climate breakdown, the most alarming development, occurs when feedback loops are triggered, and tipping points are crossed. This leads to the extinction of plants, the disappearance of carbon sinks, and an exponential acceleration of Earth’s temperature. The consequences are dire, with the potential disappearance of vital resources like food, fresh water, and breathable air, likely followed by catastrophic impacts on human survival.

In October 2023, the European Space Agency’s Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that the average temperature for September hit 16.38 degrees Celsius, surpassing the previous record set in September 2020 by 0.5 degrees Celsius. Copernicus Director Carlo Buontempo described it as “mind-blowing” and emphasized the devastating impacts on people and ecosystems, citing destruction of assets, infrastructure, and harvests. “What we are observing, are not only new extremes but the persistence of these record-breaking conditions, and the impacts these have on both people and planet, are a clear consequence of the warming of the climate system,” Director Buontempo said.

By January 2024, the Earth had experienced an alarming annual average temperature increase of over 1.5 degrees Celsius. This temperature rise continued in February 2024, with a monthly average reaching 1.77 degrees above pre-industrial levels, occurring centuries earlier than previously predicted. The urgency to address and combat climate change has never been more critical.

In a significant update from May 2024, scientists determined through tree ring analysis that the average temperature increase in 2023 reached 2.07 degrees Celsius, further underscoring the escalating pace of climate change and its profound impact on global ecosystems.

June 6, 2024 — Carbon dioxide is accumulating in the atmosphere faster than ever — accelerating on a steep rise to levels far above any experienced during human existence, scientists from NOAA and the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego announced today. “Over the past year, we’ve experienced the hottest year on record, the hottest ocean temperatures on record and a seemingly endless string of heat waves, droughts, floods, wildfires and storms,” said NOAA Administrator Rick Spinrad, Ph.D. “Now we are finding that atmospheric CO2 levels are increasing faster than ever. We must recognize that these are clear signals of the damage carbon dioxide pollution is doing to the climate system, and take rapid action to cut fossil fuel use as quickly as we can.”

From the album “Free Democracy” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

It Ain’t the Heat

Posted on June 19, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
Have you heard the news?
Hey, Philadelphia,
Have you heard the knews?

[Verse]
Have you heard the news
The summer time blues
Started way too soon
(Too, too, too soon)
In the month of June

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]

[Bridge]
The temperature (the temperature)
And the moisture (the moisture)
Put me under pressure
(Under pressure)
That’s for sure
(Under pressure)
(Too, too, too soon)

[Chorus]
It ain’t the heat (heartbeat)
It’s the humidity (clearly)
Wet-bulb sob
The humidity
Killing me

[Instrumental, Guitar, Harmonica]

[Bridge]
I regret
It’s not even summer yet!
Boo, hoo
Summertime blues, and…
It’s not even summer yet!

[Breakdown]
[Bridge]
The temperature (the temperature)
And the moisture (the moisture)
Put me under pressure
(Under pressure)
That’s for sure
(Under pressure)
(Too, too, too soon)

A SCIENCE NOTE
The greatest short term climate change risk to human health is deadly humid heat (wet-bulb temperature).

A Wet-bulb measures the temperature read by a thermometer covered in a wet cloth. As water evaporates from the cloth, evaporation cools the thermometer. This mirrors how the human body cools itself with sweat. The higher the heat and humidity (heat index), the harder it is for sweat to evaporate. The study Adaptability Limit to Climate Change Due to Heat Stress found that a wet-bulb temperature of 35C (95F) at 100% humidity, or 115F at 50% humidity, would be the upper limit of safety, beyond which the human body can no longer cool itself by evaporating sweat from the surface of the body to maintain a stable body core temperature.

When the “wet bulb” temperature reaches a temperature too hot for humans to sweat, it is referred to as the “wet-bulb temperature threshold” or simply the “wet-bulb limit.” This limit represents the maximum temperature at which evaporation from a wet surface, such as the skin, can effectively cool the human body through sweating. Beyond this threshold, the body’s ability to regulate its internal temperature becomes severely compromised, posing a significant risk to human health and well-being.

When the temperature exceeds the wet-bulb temperature threshold, the human body faces significant risks of heat-related illnesses and potentially fatal heatstroke. Under such conditions, the body’s ability to cool itself through perspiration is severely compromised, leading to a rapid rise in core body temperature. As a result, individuals may experience symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, rapid heartbeat, nausea, and confusion. Without intervention, heat exhaustion can progress to heatstroke, a life-threatening condition characterized by a core body temperature above 40°C (104℉), accompanied by neurological symptoms such as seizures, delirium, and loss of consciousness. Heatstroke requires immediate medical attention and can be fatal if left untreated.

Exposure to temperatures exceeding the wet-bulb threshold poses a grave risk to human health and highlights the urgent need for effective measures to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change, which can exacerbate extreme heat events and increase the frequency of conditions exceeding this critical threshold.

From the album “Free Democracy” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

To the Touch

Posted on June 19, 2024June 19, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
No more more
No more
Say no more
We’ve turned it up
Way too much
Now, it’s hot to the touch!

[Verse 1]
Drill, drill, drill
Bring on the ill
How long to endure
Till there is no more?

[Break]
No more more
No more
Say no more
We’ve turned it up
Way too much
Now, it’s hot to the touch!

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Spill, spill, spill
Bring on the ill
How long to endure
Till there is no more?

[Bridge]
No more more
No more
Say no more
We’ve turned it up
Way too much
Now, it’s hot to the touch!

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Outro]
We’ve turned it up
Way too much
Now, it’s hot to the touch!

A SCIENCE NOTE
Our climate model / experiment employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels. Global warming is a consequence of elevated thermal energy in the climate system, which comprises various subsystems. Chaos theory underscores the intricate and nonlinear nature of dynamic systems. Previous climate models have inadequately incorporated “social-ecological systems” as human involvement was not a significant factor in past climate changes. Regrettably, the United States ranks among the least prepared countries globally, with the highest percentage of climate deniers. Politicians hinder the fight against climate change exacerbating the problem. The Republican party dismisses it as a manufactured crisis and plans to increase fossil fuel production. Political extremists asserting that the climate crisis is manufactured employ an ironic term, considering that human manufacturing activities are the primary driver of climate change. Under President Biden, the United States has continued to be the world’s largest producer of oil, including crude oil, natural gas liquids, and other petroleum products. Both political parties have concurred to allocate unlimited emergency funding for climate disasters instead of proactively preventing them. Last year, the US witnessed a record number of over a billion-dollar climate disasters, totaling 28 separate weather and climate-related events. It is due to this arrogance and ignorance that “worst-case scenarios” are now “best-case scenarios” for the acceleration of climate change. These factors have altered our climate model, shifting the projected maximum temperature rise from 4 degrees Celsius over the next millennium to a probable increase of 9 degrees Celsius this century. A 9-degree Celsius increase would bring the Earth close to a wet-bulb temperature incapable of sustaining human life.

From the album “Free Democracy” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

Extreme Extreme

Posted on June 17, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
Mean extreme
I mean
Extreme extreme

[Verse 1]
Heavier rainfall
Brings on the floods
Well, after all
Governed by duds

[Bridge]
Mean extreme
I mean
Extreme extreme

[Chorus]
Watch the primate
Gyrate
Can’t win
Putting a spin
On the climate

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Drier droughts
No doubt
Can’t you see
The rising sea
A bout
Of severity

[Bridge]
Mean extreme
I mean
Extreme extreme

[Chorus]
Watch the primate
Gyrate
Can’t win
Putting a spin
On the climate

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Bridge]
Higher highs
Lower lows
Whichever way the wind blows
Drier drys
No one knows
Whichever way the wind blows

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Outro]
Higher highs
Lower lows
Whichever way the wind blows
Drier drys
No one knows
Whichever way the wind blows

A SCIENCE NOTE

How Climate Change Intensifies Weather Extremes

1. Increased Atmospheric Water Vapor

Mechanism: Warmer air holds more moisture. For every degree Celsius of warming, the atmosphere can hold about 7% more water vapor . This additional moisture can lead to more intense precipitation events when conditions are right.

Impact: This results in heavier rainfall, leading to increased flood risks during storms.

Example: Record-breaking rainfall and flooding events, such as those seen in Europe in 2021 and the U.S. in 2022, are becoming more frequent and severe .

2. Enhanced Heatwaves

Mechanism: Higher global temperatures increase the frequency, duration, and intensity of heatwaves. Climate change shifts the distribution of temperature extremes, making hot days hotter and more common.

Impact: Increased risk of heat-related illnesses, wildfires, and strain on energy resources due to higher demand for air conditioning.

Example: The heatwave in the Pacific Northwest in 2021 set all-time high temperature records and led to hundreds of deaths .

3. Intensified Storms and Hurricanes

Mechanism: Warmer sea surface temperatures provide more energy to storms and hurricanes, increasing their intensity. Additionally, higher temperatures can lead to more rapid intensification of these systems.

Impact: Stronger winds, heavier rainfall, and higher storm surges cause more damage to coastal areas.

Example: Hurricanes like Harvey (2017), which dropped unprecedented rainfall in Texas, and Dorian (2019), which devastated the Bahamas, exemplify this trend .

4. Prolonged Droughts

Mechanism: Changes in precipitation patterns and increased evaporation rates due to higher temperatures contribute to longer and more severe droughts.

Impact: Reduced water supply, agricultural losses, and increased wildfire risk.

Example: The prolonged droughts in California over the past decade have led to significant water shortages and increased wildfire activity .

5. More Severe Winter Storms

Mechanism: Disruptions in the jet stream, partially driven by Arctic warming, can lead to unusual patterns that result in severe winter storms in certain regions.

Impact: Increased snowfall, ice storms, and prolonged cold spells can disrupt infrastructure, travel, and power supplies.

Example: The February 2021 winter storm in Texas caused widespread power outages and significant damage due to unprecedented cold temperatures .

6. Rising Sea Levels

Mechanism: Melting polar ice and thermal expansion of seawater due to warming contribute to rising sea levels.

Impact: Increased coastal flooding, erosion, and higher storm surges during extreme weather events.

Example: Coastal areas around the world, such as Miami and the Maldives, are experiencing more frequent and severe flooding events .

Summary

Climate change is a key driver in the increasing frequency and intensity of various weather extremes. The complex interactions between higher temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and changing oceanic conditions create a more volatile and unpredictable climate system. This underscores the urgency for robust climate mitigation and adaptation strategies globally.

Our climate model / experiment employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels. Global warming is a consequence of elevated thermal energy in the climate system, which comprises various subsystems. Chaos theory underscores the intricate and nonlinear nature of dynamic systems. Previous climate models have inadequately incorporated “social-ecological systems” as human involvement was not a significant factor in past climate changes. Regrettably, the United States ranks among the least prepared countries globally, with the highest percentage of climate deniers. Politicians hinder the fight against climate change exacerbating the problem. The Republican party dismisses it as a manufactured crisis and plans to increase fossil fuel production. Political extremists asserting that the climate crisis is manufactured employ an ironic term, considering that human manufacturing activities are the primary driver of climate change. Both political parties have concurred to allocate unlimited emergency funding for climate disasters instead of proactively preventing them. Last year, the US witnessed a record number of over a billion-dollar climate disasters, totaling 28 separate weather and climate-related events. It is due to this arrogance and ignorance that “worst-case scenarios” are now “best-case scenarios” for the acceleration of climate change. These factors have altered our climate model, shifting the projected maximum temperature rise from 4 degrees Celsius over the next millennium to a probable increase of 9 degrees Celsius this century. A 9-degree Celsius increase would bring the Earth close to a wet-bulb temperature incapable of sustaining human life.

From the album “Free Democracy” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

Crossing the Rubicon

Posted on June 16, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
What?
Really? Come on,
Crossing the Rubicon
Passed the point of know return
Will we ever learn?

[Verse 1]
Going to blast past
Foot on the gas
Going to blow by
Don’t know why

[Bridge]
Crossing the line
At this very time

[Chorus]
Really? Come on,
Crossing the Rubicon
Passed the point of know return
Will we ever learn?

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Turning up the heat
Till we’re cooked complete
Refuse to retreat
Even though we’re beat

[Bridge]
Crossing the line
At this very time

[Chorus]
Really? Come on,
Crossing the Rubicon
Passed the point of know return
Will we ever learn?

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Bridge]
Crossing the line
At this very time
Off the ledge
Over the edge
No stall free-fall

[Instrumental, Piano]

[Outro]
Crossing the line
At this very time
Off the ledge
Over the edge
No stall free-fall

Origin of the Phrase
“Crossing the Rubicon” is an idiom that means passing a point of no return. It originates from a historical event involving Julius Caesar in 49 BCE.

The phrase comes from an incident during the Roman Republic. Julius Caesar, a Roman general and statesman, led his army across the Rubicon River, which marked the boundary between the Roman province of Cisalpine Gaul and Italy proper, controlled directly by Rome. By crossing this river with his army, Caesar defied the Roman Senate’s explicit orders and initiated a civil war.

A SCIENCE NOTE
Tipping points are Critical Milestones that directly impact the rate of acceleration in climate change by multiplying the number and intensity of feedback loops. Identifying and understanding these tipping points is crucial for climate science and policymaking. Crossing multiple tipping points could lead to a domino effect, resulting in a much more rapid and severe climate change than currently projected.

Push a glass toward the edge of a table and eventually it will fall off on its own. No matter how slowly or meticulously you push… no matter how you weight or fill the glass, it will reach a tipping point and fall off before being pushed completely off the table. No matter whether you believe the glass is half-empty or half-full, when the tipping point is reached it will plummet out-of-control to its end. This is science not fate, faith, nor belief. Human induced climate change has resulted in environmental tipping points being breached.

Tipping points, when crossed, trigger self-sustaining feedback loops that are no longer dependent on human activity. Similar to when a domino topples over hitting two more dominoes that in turn fall hitting more dominoes. Thus, the name The Domino Effect. It can also be visualized as The Snowball Effect. A tipping point is like a snowball rolling down a hill growing in mass and velocity (momentum). When a tipping point is crossed, it results in cumulative and reinforced global warming.

A look at seven of the nine tipping points crossed that show the proverbial snowball is already rolling. The first dominoes have fallen and will continue to knock down more tiles with each escalating step.

From the album “Free Democracy” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

Spend (Bring on the End)

Posted on June 15, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
All in favor, say “Aye.”
No, not I

[Verse 1]
The right is wrong
The left has left
All in favor, say “Aye.”
No, not I

[Chorus]
All in favor, say “Aye.”
No, not I
No time to cry
We’re all gonna die

[Bridge]
Why not try
To get by?

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
The right ain’t bright
What’s left lost sight
All in favor, say “Aye.”
No, not I

[Chorus]
All in favor, say “Aye.”
No, not I
No time to cry
We’re all gonna die

[Bridge]
Why not try
To get by?

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Bridge]
Spend, spend, spend
Bring on The End
Borrow, if they’ll lend
Spend
Bring on The End

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Outro]
Spend, spend, spend
Bring on The End
Borrow, if they’ll lend
Spend
Bring on The End

A SCIENCE NOTE
Both political parties have concurred to allocate unlimited emergency funding for climate disasters instead of proactively preventing them. This approach highlights a reactive stance towards climate change rather than a proactive one. The decision to focus on emergency funding underscores a tendency to address the immediate aftermath of climate-related disasters, such as hurricanes, wildfires, and floods, which often result in substantial loss of life, property damage, and economic disruption.

Emergency funding is crucial for disaster relief and recovery efforts, ensuring that affected communities receive the necessary support to rebuild and recover. However, this strategy can be seen as shortsighted because it does not address the root causes of climate change or invest in measures to mitigate its impacts. Proactive measures, such as investing in renewable energy, enhancing infrastructure resilience, implementing stricter environmental regulations, and promoting sustainable practices, can significantly reduce the frequency and severity of climate disasters.

The reliance on emergency funding also strains public resources and can lead to higher long-term costs. By not investing in preventative measures, the government may face escalating expenses as climate change continues to intensify and increase the occurrence of extreme weather events.

In summary, while both political parties recognize the need for immediate relief in the face of climate disasters, there is a critical need for a more balanced approach that includes significant investments in preventative measures. This dual strategy would help mitigate the impacts of climate change and reduce the need for emergency funding over time, leading to a more sustainable and resilient future.

From the album “Free Democracy” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

The Lesser of Two Evils?

Posted on June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
Is the lesser of two evils
Still ill?

[Verse 1]
Bombing babies
Is bombing babies
There are no maybe’s
Straight from Hades

[Chorus]
The lesser of two evils
Is still ill
Do I have to choose
Between lose – lose?

[Bridge]
Ill conceived
Bereaved
How about positive change
For a change
Rearrange the strange

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
The irate primate
Killing the climate
Spewing hate
At an amazing rate

[Chorus]
The lesser of two evils
Is still ill
Do I have to choose
Between lose – lose?

[Bridge]
Ill conceived
Bereaved
How about positive change
For a change
Rearrange the strange

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Bridge]
Ill conceived
Bereaved
How about positive change
For a change
Rearrange the strange

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Chorus]
The lesser of two evils
Is till ill
Do I have to choose
Between lose – lose?

[Instrumental, Piano]

[Outro]
The lesser of two evils
Is till ill
Do I have to choose
Between lose – lose?

A POLITICAL AND SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Unfortunately, both political parties are promoting and enacting self-defeating policies. While the Republicans are more obvious in this regard, the Democrats appear to be catching up. Under Biden, the United States has become the largest producer of fossil fuels in the world, making the country a major contributor to climate change and environmental destruction. Additionally, continuing inhumane immigration policies, tariffs, and economic nationalism are concerning issues that will hinder future generations. And, oh yeah, almost forget to mention the US is the only country in the world supporting Israel’s genocide.

I am hopeful that changes will occur before the next election to address these concerns. It is important to have viable candidates who present clear, constructive solutions, so voters are not left choosing the lesser of two evils, as I believe in voting for positive leadership rather than settling for the least harmful option.

You asked: How about the Republicans? I know Trump has said he’s losing his support for Israel.

1) Trump is a liar. How does one know if he’s lying again? 2) Trump is the only President to have an illegal settlement named after him. “Trump Heights (Hebrew: רמת טראמפ, romanized: Ramat Trump, [ʁaˈmat ˈtʁamp]) is a planned Israeli settlement in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights named after and in honour of Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States.” 3) the House has invited Netanyahu to speak to a joint-session of congress (Independent Jewish Senator Bernie Sanders says he will boycott the session in protest of the war.) 4) ” The House voted to impose sanctions against the International Criminal Court for its move to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials for war crimes in the nation’s war against Hamas.”

So, unfortunately, the Republicans are even much worse than the Democrats on Israel’s genocide.

From the album “Free Democracy” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

Angeleen

Posted on June 12, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
Oh, Angeleen
Come in a dream
Oh, Angeleen
What does it mean?

[Instrumental, Guitar, Harmonica]

[Verse 1]
What to expect
I mean what the heck
Left it a wreck
In retrospect

[Chorus]
Oh, Angeleen
Won’t they come clean
A scene of shattered dreams
Oh, Angeleen
Seems so obscene
What’s become of our dream

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Harmonica]
Oh, Angeleen
Come in a dream
Oh, Angeleen
What does it mean?

[Verse 2]
Nevertheless
Time to confess
Time to redress
This awful mess

[Chorus]
Oh, Angeleen
Won’t they come clean
A scene of shattered dreams
Oh, Angeleen
Seems so obscene
What’s become of our dream

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Harmonica]
Oh, Angeleen
Come in a dream
Oh, Angeleen
What does it mean?

[Outro]
Oh, Angeleen
Seems so obscene
Oh, Angeleen

About The Song
Angeleen derives from the word angel and translates from Greek to “messenger of God.” In this song, the youth sing to Angeleen about how the parents ruined the Earth.

From the album “Solid State” by Daniel

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

Dense Woulds

Posted on June 12, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
Dense woulds
(Could’s, should’s)
Can’t see the forest through the trees
Oh, please
Can’t see the trees through the forest
Unless…

[Verse 1]
Do we understand
The situation is large
Can we comprehend
When Man is in charge

[Bridge]
Can’t see the forest through the trees
Oh, please
Can’t see the trees through the forest
Unless…

[Chorus]
We can change our point-of-view
It’s up to me, it’s up to you
Come on, it’s something we have to do
If we’re to get through

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Do we appreciate
The problem is big
At any rate
Why do we still renege

[Bridge]
Can’t see the forest through the trees
Oh, please
Can’t see the trees through the forest
Unless…

[Chorus]
We can change our point-of-view
It’s up to me, it’s up to you
Come on, it’s something we have to do
If we’re to get through

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Bridge]
Dense woulds
(Could’s, should’s)
Can’t see the forest through the trees
Oh, please
Can’t see the trees through the forest
Unless…

[Chorus]
We can change our point-of-view
It’s up to me, it’s up to you
Come on, it’s something we have to do
If we’re to get through

[Outro]
Dense woulds
(Could’s, should’s)
Can’t see the forest through the trees
Oh, please

A SCIENCE NOTE
Anthropogenic climate change is an exponential component of an unordered system (chaos theory). Climate change is primarily driven by the escalation of thermal energy affecting biogeophysical and socio-economic systems. While biogeophysical factors can be studied using math, physics, and historical records, socio-economic systems pose greater challenges due to the unpredictable consequences of human behavior and inexplicable consumer choices, exacerbating tipping points and feedback loops. Politicians hinder the fight against climate change exacerbating the problem.

The Age of Loss and Damage is a new way of thinking about economics by combining economics, climate science, statistics, and physics. Until now, economic models have been unfit to capture the full extent of climate damage. Traditionally, “integrated assessment models” (IAMs) were used to forecast “shock” events. IAMs use “quadratic function” to calculate GDP losses by squaring the temperature change, yet ignore other methods (such as the exponential function) that are better suited for rapid change. “Climate change is fundamentally different to other shocks because once it has hit, it doesn’t go away,” said Thierry Philipponnat, author of a report by Finance Watch, a Brussels-based public interest NGO on financial issues. “And if the fundamental assumption is flawed, all the rest makes little sense — if any.”

Unfortunately, even scientists are failing to see, let alone forecast, the rapid acceleration in climate change. Due to their complexity, the impacts of the Domino Effect are being underestimated. The Domino Effect is also known as “tipping cascades” in climate science. Cascading impacts in relation to tipping points include cascading impacts across biogeophysical and social systems. Until recently, scientist have been drastically underestimating the social-ecological systems. The University of Exeter reports, “There is a notable lack of topic clusters dedicated to how humans will be impacted by climate-related tipping cascades.” 2023 was a wake-up call to social-ecological scientists. The record breaking physical and economical impacts could be felt worldwide. The record warming year was seventeen times greater than any other record increase in history. Typically, record-breaking temperatures are measured in 100th degrees. There were also 200 consecutive days of record-breaking temperatures. Usually, there are one or two record breaking days in a row. The increase in intensity and frequency of record-breaking heat requires forecasting models to be recast.

From the album “Solid State” by Daniel

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

Those Squirrels Are Nuts!

Posted on June 12, 2024 by admin

[intro]
Those squirrels are nuts!
No if’s, and’s, or but’s

[Verse 1]
Sitting next to you
Watching how things shakeout
Will they drop through
And fall all about
Your view

[Bridge]
Is it true
Is there doubt?

[Chorus]
The squirrels have gone nuts
All in a free-fall (free-for-all)
No if’s, and’s, or but’s (but, butt?)
All in free-fall (free-for-all)

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
You come to have a clue
Watching how things shakeout
How things fall through
And crawl all about
Your view

[Bridge]
Is it true
Is there doubt?

[Chorus]
The squirrels have gone nuts
All in a free-fall (free-for-all)
No if’s, and’s, or but’s (but, butt?)
All in free-fall (free-for-all)

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ Solo, Drum Fills]

[Bridge]
Your view: crawling about
Is it true
Is there doubt?

[Chorus]
The humans have gone nuts
All in a free-fall (free-for-all)
No if’s, and’s, or but’s (but, butt?)
All in free-fall (free-for-all)
Amen.

[Outro}
The humans have gone nuts
All in a free-fall (free-for-all)
No if’s, and’s, or but’s (but, butt?)
All in free-fall (free-for-all)
Amen.

A SCIENCE NOTE
Our climate model / experiment employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels. Global warming is a consequence of elevated thermal energy in the climate system, which comprises various subsystems. Chaos theory underscores the intricate and nonlinear nature of dynamic systems. Previous climate models have inadequately incorporated “social-ecological systems” as human involvement was not a significant factor in past climate changes. Regrettably, the United States ranks among the least prepared countries globally, with the highest percentage of climate deniers. Politicians hinder the fight against climate change exacerbating the problem. The Republican party dismisses it as a manufactured crisis and plans to increase fossil fuel production. Political extremists asserting that the climate crisis is manufactured employ an ironic term, considering that human manufacturing activities are the primary driver of climate change. Both political parties have concurred to allocate unlimited emergency funding for climate disasters instead of proactively preventing them. Last year, the US witnessed a record number of over a billion-dollar climate disasters, totaling 28 separate weather and climate-related events. It is due to this arrogance and ignorance that “worst-case scenarios” are now “best-case scenarios” for the acceleration of climate change. These factors have altered our climate model, shifting the projected maximum temperature rise from 4 degrees Celsius over the next millennium to a probable increase of 9 degrees Celsius this century. A 9-degree Celsius increase would bring the Earth close to a wet-bulb temperature incapable of sustaining human life.

From the album “Solid State” by Daniel

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

This is Nemesis

Posted on June 12, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
Knock, knock shock
This is Nemesis

[Verse 1]
Had enough
Of hanging tough
Time to move
Out of the rough

[Verse 2]
Though times have changed
Ignorance remains
Time to prove
If you’ve brains

[Chorus]
Fact are facts
Consumption reduction
(Is the solution)
Looking back
At consumption pollution
(De-evolution)

[Bridge]
Have to rid id
Ego must go
This is Nemesis

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 3]
Have you had enough
Of hanging tough
Is it time to rid
All of the fluff
(Less mass mess)

[Verse 4]
Though times have changed
Arrogance remains
Time we did
With our brains
(Subside the pride)

[Chorus]
Fact are facts
Consumption reduction
(Is the solution)
Looking back
At consumption pollution
(De-evolution)

[Bridge]
Have to rid id
Ego must go
This is Nemesis

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Break]
This is Nemesis
(This is Nemesis)
Have to rid id
Ego must go
This is Nemesis
(This is Nemesis)

[Chorus]
Fact are facts
Consumption reduction
(Is the solution)
Looking back
At consumption pollution
(De-evolution)

[Outro]
Have to rid id
Ego must go
This is Nemesis

From the album “Solid State” by Daniel

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

Just a Drop

Posted on June 11, 2024 by admin

[Verse]
How long does it take a drop
To circulate
Around the world non-stop
And not be late?

[Chorus 1]
If it see’s it’s way clear
To the atmosphere
The end is near
(Why? Fly through the sky)

[Bridge]
Evaporation
Precipitation
Participation
Or currently
In the current
Stagnation

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse]
How long does it take a drop
To circulate
Around the world non-stop
And not be late?

[Chorus 2]
Stuck underground
No movement around
I’m down
(any wonder, down and under)

[Bridge]
Evaporation
Precipitation
Participation
Or currently
In the current
Stagnation

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Piano]

[Verse]
How long does it take a drop
To circulate
Around the world non-stop
And not be late?

[Bridge]
Evaporation
Precipitation
Participation
Or stagnation

[Instrumental, Piano]

[Outro]
Evaporation
Precipitation
Participation
Or stagnation

A SCIENCE NOTE
The time it takes for a drop of water to complete a journey around the world can vary significantly depending on the specific water cycle pathways and environmental conditions. Here are some of the factors and processes involved:

Water Cycle Pathways

Evaporation and Condensation: Water from the ocean or other bodies of water evaporates, condenses into clouds, and eventually precipitates as rain or snow. This process can take days to weeks.
Surface Runoff and River Flow: After precipitation, water can flow overland as surface runoff or through rivers and streams to return to the ocean. This journey can range from days to months.
Groundwater Movement: Water can infiltrate the ground and move slowly through aquifers before emerging in springs or wells, which can take years to millennia.
Ocean Currents: Water in the ocean can travel vast distances via currents, which can take years or even decades to complete a global circuit.

Estimated Timescales

Atmospheric Circulation: Water vapor can travel around the Earth in the atmosphere relatively quickly, on the order of weeks to months.
Surface and River Pathways: Water traveling through rivers and streams typically takes weeks to months to return to the ocean.
Groundwater: Water infiltrating deep into aquifers can remain there for thousands of years before resurfacing.
Ocean Currents: The global ocean conveyor belt, a major component of Earth’s oceanic circulation, can take approximately 1,000 years to complete a full cycle.

Example Calculation

A specific calculation example involves the journey of water within the hydrological cycle:

Evaporation from the Ocean: A water drop evaporates from the surface of the ocean.
Atmospheric Transport: The vapor travels with wind currents, potentially covering large distances in a matter of days.
Precipitation: The vapor condenses and falls as precipitation, taking days to weeks.
River and Stream Flow: If the drop lands in a river system, it might take weeks to months to travel back to the ocean.

Conclusion

The overall journey of a water drop around the world depends heavily on the specific pathways it follows and can range from weeks to millennia. For a drop of water moving through the most dynamic parts of the water cycle (atmosphere and rivers), the journey might take weeks to months, while more complex pathways involving groundwater or deep ocean currents can take thousands of years.

References

Climate change is affecting the water cycle and ocean currents in various ways, leading to significant environmental and societal impacts. Here’s a detailed look at how these changes occur and their potential consequences:

Impacts on the Water Cycle

Evaporation Rates:
- Increased Evaporation: Higher global temperatures accelerate the rate of evaporation from bodies of water, soil, and vegetation. This can lead to more moisture in the atmosphere but also contribute to droughts as land and water bodies dry out more quickly.
- Altered Precipitation Patterns: Enhanced evaporation can lead to more intense and frequent precipitation events, including heavy rains and storms. This increases the likelihood of flooding in some regions while causing prolonged droughts in others .
Snow and Ice Melt:
- Accelerated Melting: Higher temperatures are causing glaciers and polar ice caps to melt at unprecedented rates, contributing to sea-level rise. The loss of ice also affects the availability of freshwater resources in regions dependent on glacial meltwater .
Soil Moisture and Droughts:
- Reduced Soil Moisture: Increased temperatures can lead to higher evaporation rates and reduced soil moisture, exacerbating drought conditions. This has direct impacts on agriculture, water supply, and ecosystem health .

Impacts on Ocean Currents

Thermohaline Circulation:
- Slowing of Ocean Currents: The melting of polar ice caps introduces large amounts of freshwater into the oceans, reducing the salinity and density of seawater. This affects the thermohaline circulation, which relies on the density differences driven by temperature and salinity. A slowdown of these currents can disrupt global climate patterns, including the distribution of heat across the planet .
Changes in Upwelling and Nutrient Distribution:
- Altered Upwelling: Ocean currents play a crucial role in upwelling, the process that brings nutrient-rich deep waters to the surface. Changes in currents can disrupt these patterns, affecting marine ecosystems and fisheries that rely on nutrient availability .

Impacts and Consequences

Extreme Weather Events:
- Increased Frequency and Intensity: Changes in the water cycle and ocean currents contribute to more extreme weather events, including hurricanes, typhoons, and intense rainfall, leading to devastating impacts on communities and infrastructure .
Agricultural Productivity:
- Reduced Crop Yields: Altered precipitation patterns, increased evaporation, and reduced soil moisture can negatively impact agricultural productivity, leading to food insecurity and economic losses for farming communities .
Sea-Level Rise:
- Coastal Flooding and Erosion: Melting ice and thermal expansion of seawater contribute to sea-level rise, increasing the risk of coastal flooding and erosion. This threatens coastal habitats, human settlements, and infrastructure .
Biodiversity Loss:
- Habitat Disruption: Changes in climate and water availability can lead to habitat loss and shifts in species distributions, threatening biodiversity. Ecosystems such as wetlands, coral reefs, and forests are particularly vulnerable .

Conclusion

Climate change is profoundly altering the water cycle and ocean currents, with far-reaching consequences for the environment and human societies. Addressing these challenges requires a comprehensive understanding of climate science, effective policy measures, and global cooperation to mitigate and adapt to the impacts.

References

NASA – The Water Cycle and Climate Change
National Geographic – Climate Change and the Water Cycle
USGS – Glaciers and Climate Change
NOAA – Drought and Climate Change
NASA Earth Observatory – The Ocean’s Conveyor Belt
NOAA Fisheries – Upwelling and Marine Life
IPCC – Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability
FAO – Climate Change and Agriculture
Union of Concerned Scientists – Sea Level Rise and Global Warming
WWF – Biodiversity and Climate Change

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

About Our Spaceship

Posted on June 11, 2024 by admin

10, 9, 8…
Is it too late?

[Verse 1]
As long as I’m onboard
So long, along for the ride
(No place to hide)
They live by the sword
Headstrong in their pride
(Yet, we all reside)

[Bridge]
On the same side
Walking the face
Of our place
Through space

[Chorus]
The longer we procrastinate
The stronger we cast our fate
The sooner we participate
The farther we are from late

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
On this ship together
The question, “Will we weather?”
(Or even bother?)
World keeps turning ’round
Will our love be found
(It’s all around!)

[Bridge]
On the same side
Walking the face
Of our place
Through space

[Chorus]
The longer we procrastinate
The stronger we cast our fate
The sooner we participate
The farther we are from late

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Bridge]
10, 9, 8…
Is it too late?
7, 6, 5…
To stay alive
4, 3, 2…
To be true, too
1 or none

[Chorus]
The longer we procrastinate
The stronger we cast our fate
The sooner we participate
The farther we are from late

[Instrumental, Piano]

[Outro]
10, 9, 8…
Is it too late?
7, 6, 5…
To stay alive
4, 3, 2…
To be true, too
1 or none

A SCIENCE NOTE
The analogy of Earth as a spaceship highlights the interconnectedness and interdependence of all humans in facing global challenges, particularly climate change. Here are some key points that illustrate this concept:

Finite Resources

Limited Supplies: Just as a spaceship has a finite amount of air, water, and food, Earth has limited natural resources that must be carefully managed. Overexploitation can lead to resource depletion, impacting future generations.
Sustainable Management: Both require sustainable practices to ensure the longevity and health of the environment. In a spaceship, this might mean recycling air and water, while on Earth, it involves sustainable agriculture, water conservation, and reducing waste.

Closed System

No External Supply: Like a spaceship traveling through space, Earth cannot rely on external resources. We must live within the limits of our planet’s natural systems.
Biosphere Maintenance: Maintaining the life-support systems is crucial. This includes protecting biodiversity, forests, oceans, and other ecosystems that provide essential services like oxygen production, carbon sequestration, and climate regulation.

Collective Responsibility

Shared Destiny: The survival of everyone on a spaceship depends on each individual’s actions. Similarly, the well-being of Earth’s population is interconnected. Actions taken in one part of the world can have far-reaching effects on the global environment.
Global Cooperation: Addressing climate change requires international collaboration. Just as crew members on a spaceship must work together to solve problems, countries and communities must collaborate to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, mitigate climate impacts, and develop sustainable technologies.

Technological and Social Innovation

Innovation for Survival: Both scenarios necessitate innovative solutions to overcome challenges. Advances in renewable energy, waste management, and sustainable agriculture are crucial for mitigating climate change.
Education and Awareness: Promoting awareness and education about environmental issues is essential. People need to understand their role in preserving the planet and adopt sustainable practices.

Climate Change Impacts

Immediate and Long-Term Effects: Climate change poses immediate threats, such as extreme weather events, and long-term challenges, like rising sea levels and shifting ecosystems. Addressing these issues is akin to a spaceship crew dealing with both immediate crises and long-term mission planning.
Adaptation and Resilience: Building resilience to climate impacts is vital. This includes developing infrastructure to withstand extreme weather, protecting vulnerable communities, and ensuring food and water security.

Conclusion

The analogy of Earth as a spaceship underscores the necessity for global stewardship, sustainable resource management, and cooperative action to address climate change. By recognizing our shared responsibility and working together, we can ensure the survival and well-being of humanity and the planet.

References

From the album “Solid State” by Daniel

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

Visual Attraction

Posted on June 11, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
Visual attraction
Individual satisfaction

[Verse 1]
The bloom starts to blossom
Open up to the world
The blossom turns awesome
As it becomes unfurled

[Bridge]
Color spectrum
Turning bright
To attract ’em
Exposed to light

[Chorus]
The lure to pollinate
Ensure to propagate
The cure to the blight
Exposure to the light

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Mimicking the sickening
Flora’s clever thinking
Mirage of camouflage
Dissuades the entourage

[Bridge]
Color spectrum
Turning bright
To attract ’em
Exposed to light

[Chorus]
The lure to pollinate
Ensure to propagate
The cure to the blight
Exposure to the light

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Piano]

[Bridge]
Color spectrum
Turning bright
To attract ’em
Exposed to light

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Chorus]
The lure to pollinate
Ensure to propagate
The cure to the blight
Exposure to the light

[Instrumental, Piano]

[Outro]
Visual attraction
Individual satisfaction
Color spectrum
Turning bright
To attract ’em
Exposed to light

A SCIENCE NOTE
Colors in flowers offer a variety of benefits that are crucial for their survival and reproduction. These benefits include attracting pollinators and discouraging predators.

Attracting Pollinators

Visual Attraction:
- Color Spectrum: Different colors attract different types of pollinators. For example, bees are attracted to blue and violet flowers because these colors are within their visual spectrum, while birds, like hummingbirds, are often attracted to red flowers .
- Patterns: Many flowers have ultraviolet patterns that are invisible to the human eye but can be seen by insects like bees. These patterns, called nectar guides, direct pollinators to the source of nectar .
Pollinator Preferences:
- Bees: Prefer blue, violet, and yellow flowers.
- Butterflies: Often attracted to bright colors like red, orange, pink, and purple.
- Birds: Hummingbirds are especially drawn to red and orange flowers .

Discouraging Predators

Mimicry and Camouflage:
- Mimicking Toxic Species: Some flowers use color to mimic other plants that are toxic or unpalatable to predators, thereby reducing the likelihood of being eaten .
- Camouflage: Certain flowers may use coloration to blend into their surroundings, making them less visible to herbivores and other predators .
Warning Colors:
- Aposematism: Bright colors can signal toxicity or unpalatability to potential predators. This is a strategy known as aposematism, which deters herbivores from consuming the plant .

Additional Benefits

Temperature Regulation:
- Darker colored flowers can absorb more heat, which may help in cooler climates by providing warmth to the reproductive organs of the flower, aiding in the development and release of pollen .
Communication:
- Color changes in flowers can signal to pollinators about the availability of nectar. For example, a flower might change color after it has been pollinated to indicate that it no longer has nectar, which can prevent pollinators from wasting energy on visited flowers .

Conclusion

The colors of flowers play an essential role in their ecological interactions. By attracting specific pollinators and deterring predators, flowers increase their chances of successful reproduction and survival. These adaptive traits highlight the intricate relationships between plants and their environment.

References

From the album “Solid State” by Daniel

MegaEpix Enormous

Winds of Change

Posted on June 11, 2024 by admin

[Intro]
Well, blow me down
Just look around

[Verse 1]
The winds of change
Are blowing
Gonna rearrange
What we’re knowing

[Bridge]
Well, blow me down
Just look around

[Chorus]
The breeze of ease
Is blowing away
The flow of no
We’ll come to know

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
The winds of change
Knock me down
Normal’s strange
all around

[Bridge]
Well, blow me down
Just look around

[Chorus]
The breeze of ease
Is blowing away
The flow of no
We’ll come to know

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Bridge]
Well, blow me down
Just look around
Can’t you see
Reality

[Chorus]
The breeze of ease
Is blowing away
The flow of no
We’ll come to know

[Instrumental, Piano]

[Outro]
Well, blow me down
Just look around
Can’t you see
Reality

A SCIENCE NOTE
June 6, 2024 — Carbon dioxide is accumulating in the atmosphere faster than ever — accelerating on a steep rise to levels far above any experienced during human existence, scientists from NOAA and the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego announced today. “Over the past year, we’ve experienced the hottest year on record, the hottest ocean temperatures on record and a seemingly endless string of heat waves, droughts, floods, wildfires and storms,” said NOAA Administrator Rick Spinrad, Ph.D. “Now we are finding that atmospheric CO2 levels are increasing faster than ever. We must recognize that these are clear signals of the damage carbon dioxide pollution is doing to the climate system, and take rapid action to cut fossil fuel use as quickly as we can.”