Just want less, and you will be happier.

Some of the of the nonsense I wrote is rewritten nonsense by Claude-3-Opus Poe

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My dear grandchild,

Come, sit with me for a moment. I want to share some wisdom that I’ve learned over the years. You see, the world is full of distractions and shiny things that the media tells us we should want. They constantly promote the latest and greatest, making us feel like we need to have these things to be happy. But let me tell you a little secret…

The true path to happiness is much simpler than that. It’s not about chasing after the latest trends or trying to keep up with what everyone else has. No, my dear, it’s about appreciating the wonderful things that nature has to offer. When you take a walk outside, you’ll find so much beauty and peace in the world around you. The birds singing their sweet songs, the gentle breeze rustling through the leaves, and the warm sun kissing your skin–these are the things that bring true joy to our lives.

And when it comes to food, it’s important to eat just the right amount of natural, wholesome foods. Nourish your body with the goodness that Mother Earth provides, and you’ll feel so much better, both inside and out.

Most importantly, my sweet child, never worry about anything, especially the things you can’t change. Life is too short to spend it fretting over things beyond our control. Instead, focus on the present moment and all the blessings that surround you. Cherish the love of your family and friends, and find joy in the simple pleasures of life.

Remember, happiness is a choice. Choose to let go of your desires for material things and embrace the beauty and wonder that already exist in your life. When you do that, you’ll find a sense of peace and contentment that no amount of bling can ever provide.

Now, come here and give your old grandma a hug. I love you more than all the stars in the sky, and I just want you to be happy, my darling.

It’s April Fools Day, and I’m 88 1/2

On January 1st, I noticed I hadn’t shaved that day and decided to let my beard grow for a while. Today is three months later, and my half-birthday, and it seemed like a thoughtful time to remove my silly hair. The long-lived ponytail went last week, and the beard this evening. Debbie moved on with the process, and some photos give a little history to the project.

Richland, Washington Columbia High School 70th reunion. September 9th, 2023

2024-01-15 This is fifteen days of growth, which looks similar to the growth seen on many other guys these days. Note the ponytail creeping around from the back.

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These are all straight photos, with some cropping and resizing to fit on the page. The colors vary greatly, but that isn’t what these recordings are about. They are about the removal of hair from my head. The skin doctors are dealing with the thing on my nose when they can squeeze me into their crowded listings.

There is hope for a positive and good future

The Earth Ark series explores strategies to ensure a thriving future for humanity and all life on our planet. While the challenges we face, such as species extinction and the potential collapse of our civilization, can seem overwhelming and shrouded in darkness, there is hope. Even a single individual’s efforts, such as creating a Coca-Cola bottle filled with the right materials, could potentially revive humanity and numerous other species.

Optimally, preserving thousands of plant species would require only a few thousand carefully selected seeds stored in ideal conditions. Currently, just ten species account for over half of the caloric intake of the global human population. However, thousands of edible plants are available, and all ecosystems benefit from increased biodiversity. A worldwide Earth Ark program that collects and distributes diverse seed mixtures from every environment could create vast, resilient seed banks in numerous locations. If even one of these Earth Arks survives a catastrophic event, it could significantly improve the world’s chances of recovery.

The current conflict in Ukraine highlights the importance of food security, as the country is known as the “breadbasket of Europe.” Russia’s control over Ukraine would give it significant leverage over Europe and the world due to Ukraine’s agricultural importance. However, advancements in genetic engineering may offer solutions to increase food production beyond current human needs, potentially reducing food scarcity as a primary motive for war, at least temporarily.

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Claude-3-Opus Poe

Yes, Ukraine’s agricultural resources and productivity are considered to be one of the factors influencing Russia’s decision to invade. Ukraine is known as the “breadbasket of Europe” due to its vast, fertile farmlands and significant role in global food production.

1. Ukraine has some of the most fertile soil in the world, with about 25% of the world’s reserves of chernozem, a highly fertile black soil.
2. Ukraine is a major exporter of wheat, corn, and sunflower oil. In 2021, it was the world’s fifth-largest exporter of wheat.
3. Control over Ukraine’s agricultural sector could give Russia significant leverage over global food markets and enhance its geopolitical influence.
4. The annexation of Crimea in 2014 has already given Russia control over a significant portion of Ukraine’s agricultural land and infrastructure.

However, it is essential to recognize that the reasons behind Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are multifaceted and complex. While agricultural resources play a significant role in the conflict, political, historical, and strategic factors also contribute, such as Russia’s opposition to Ukraine’s potential NATO membership and its desire to maintain influence in the region.

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Claude-3-Opus Poe

Here’s the list of the top twenty sources of caloric food for humans globally, with rough estimates of the percentage of calories each source provides. Please note that these percentages are approximate and can vary depending on the data source and year.

1. Rice: 19%
2. Wheat: 18%
3. Sugar (including sugar cane and sugar beet): 8%
4. Maize (corn): 7%
5. Potatoes: 4%
6. Soybeans: 4%
7. Cassava: 3%
8. Palm oil: 3%
9. Milk (including dairy products): 3%
10. Pork: 2%
11. Poultry (including chicken, turkey, and duck): 2%
12. Yams: 2%
13. Sorghum: 2%
14. Sweet potatoes: 1%
15. Millet: 1%
16. Beef: 1%
17. Oranges: 1%
18. Barley: 1%
19. Rapeseed (canola) oil: 1%
20. Eggs: 1%

Other food sources, such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, and legumes, contribute the remaining percentage of calories in the global human diet. It’s important to remember that these percentages represent a global average and can differ significantly between regions and countries based on local factors such as agricultural practices, dietary preferences, and socioeconomic conditions.

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Rice containing beef cells could make a sustainable meal.

It is the ultimate fusion food: soon, you could sit down to a meal of rice and beef where the two key ingredients are melded together in a lab-made hybrid form.

“These advantages… offer a way to produce meat more sustainably, reducing the environmental footprint associated with traditional livestock farming and offering a novel food source that could help meet the growing global demand for protein,” says Hong.

We must provide the ethical and moral imperative for safeguarding our planet for future generations.

In the face of looming existential threats, it is our moral imperative to safeguard the future of life on Earth. The Earth Ark Project represents a beacon of hope amidst the gathering storms, offering a path to preserve the incredible diversity and beauty of our planet for generations to come. By creating Earth Arks, we have the power to plant the seeds of resilience and renewal, ensuring that even in the wake of catastrophe, life can flourish once more.

The recent posts on Probaway.wordpress.com paint a stark picture of the challenges we face. From the specter of nuclear war to the relentless march of climate change, humanity stands at a crossroads. We have the capacity for great destruction but also for great compassion and foresight. The Earth Ark Project embodies the best of our shared values – a recognition of our responsibility as stewards of this precious world and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of future generations.

By creating Earth Arks of all shapes and sizes, from small seed caches to vast libraries of knowledge, we affirm the intrinsic worth of every living being. We declare that no matter what trials may come, life itself is sacred and worth fighting for. Each Earth Ark we build is an act of empathy, a hand extended across time to those who will inherit the world we leave behind. It is a promise that they will not be forgotten and that their struggles and triumphs will have meaning.

The moral weight of this undertaking cannot be overstated. As the dominant species on this planet, we have a unique capacity to shape the future course of life itself. Will we be remembered as the generation that squandered this awesome responsibility in the pursuit of fleeting gain? Or will we rise to the challenge and secure a legacy of care and resilience that will endure for centuries to come?

In supporting the Earth Ark Project, we align ourselves with the highest ideals of what it means to be human. We affirm our connection to the great web of life and our duty to protect it. We plant seeds of hope in the face of an uncertain future, trusting that they will take root and bloom in ways we can scarcely imagine. This is our sacred charge, the great work of our time.

Let us not underestimate the power of our individual actions. Every Earth Ark we create, no matter how small, sends ripples of positive change into the world. By sharing this vision with others, we can inspire a global movement of stewardship and renewal. Together, we can build a future in which life thrives in all its wondrous diversity, secure in the knowledge that it rests on foundations laid with love and care.

The path ahead may be uncertain, but the way forward is clear. We must act now, with courage and conviction, to safeguard the future of life on Earth. The Earth Ark Project offers us a roadmap to redemption, a chance to be remembered as the generation that faced the abyss and chose to light a candle rather than curse the darkness. Let us seize this opportunity and build a legacy of hope that will shine for generations to come.

CONCLUDING THOUGHTS

1. Earth Arks: Planting seeds of hope in the garden of tomorrow.
2. In the face of darkness, let us be the light that guides the way.
3. Our legacy is not measured in years, but in the life we leave behind.
4. Through Earth Arks, we weave a tapestry of resilience, thread by thread.
5. In the symphony of life, let our actions be the notes that endure.
6. The future is not a gift, but a promise we make to generations unborn.
7. In building Earth Arks, we build bridges to a world we may never see.
8. The seeds we plant today will become the forests of tomorrow.
9. Let us be the architects of hope, designing a future where life thrives.
10. Earth Arks: A love letter to the future, written in the language of life.

Earth Arks can have many sizes and shapes

This is a Claude-3-Opus Poe rewrite of my essay, with me proofreading and correcting some ideas.

An Earth Ark is a concept that involves preserving current life forms and information for future use in the event of a catastrophic event. It can take various forms, ranging from small-scale solutions like seed preservation to large-scale projects such as DNA banks. The primary goal of an Earth Ark is to ensure the survival and potential resurrection of life and knowledge after a global disaster.

One example of a small-scale Earth Ark could be a Coca-Cola bottle filled with various garden seeds, buried this year with the intention of being discovered by humans a thousand years after a hypothetical collapse of civilization. Another approach could involve coating seeds with a material that decomposes when exposed to sunlight and water, allowing the seeds to sprout and grow. These coated seeds could be buried on frozen mountaintops, where some might survive and flourish after global warming has melted the ice.

Medium-sized Earth Arks could include specially designed bottles that break open when exposed to specific natural elements, and tailored to local conditions. These bottles could be as large as quart-size or gallon-size containers, fitted with durable glass screw tops. Larger Earth Arks might consist of standard barrels or shipping containers filled with useful items and strategically placed to remain hidden until a designated time after a catastrophic event.

The most ambitious Earth Arks would involve boring tunnels into Antarctic mountaintops, which would remain very cold for an extended period. These tunnels could store samples of every currently collectible DNA. All these Earth Ark examples are meant to be concealed from daily discovery by burying them in remote locations, where they would erode out of their hiding places at a predetermined time in the distant future.

Jack and Jill see a shiny thing.

Claude-3-Opus Operated by @poe

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Write a detective story about two teenagers, Jack and Jill, discovering an Earth Ark in 3024 AD. They live on the island we now call Tasmania. There is very little vegetation, and most of their economy is based on making everything they use out of a single species of tall grass. They make their shoes, clothing, houses, tools, and almost everything else out of the species of grass and stones they break into tools. When Jack and Jill are walking from their village, she finds a shiny thing in the dirt, and they dig it up. It turns out to be a small container called a Coca-Cola bottle. They take it back to their village of about thirty people, who still retain an old children’s encyclopedia. It helps them understand much of the world was destroyed a millennium ago. The people of the village all with typical Tasmanian names. They discuss what they should do with the bottle. After a while, they realize it is an Earth Ark and might be a bounty to their lives if they do exactly the right things. Make the story one of curiosity, discovery, and careful examination. We will have a gap of forty years when we return to the community after it has developed what they discovered in the Coca-Cola bottle.

Claude-3-Opus Poe

In 3024 AD, Jack and Jill, two curious teenagers, ventured far from their village on the island once known as Tasmania. The world had changed drastically over the past millennium, with most of the Earth’s vegetation gone and the survivors relying on a single species of tall grass for their every need.

As they walked, Jill noticed a glint of a stone in the dirt. They approached cautiously and began to dig, unearthing a small, unfamiliar container. It was made of a material they had never seen, with strange markings on its surface. Intrigued, they decided to take it back to their village.

The village, home to about thirty people, was excited when Jack and Jill returned with their discovery. The elders, Mawgan and Lowanna, gathered everyone in the central hut. They carefully examined the object, turning it over in their hands, marveling at its smooth texture and transparent appearance.

Yarra, the village’s most knowledgeable elder, retrieved an old children’s encyclopedia, a treasured relic from the past. As they carefully flipped through the pages, they found a picture that resembled the object they had found. It was called a “Coca-Cola bottle,” a container used for a beverage consumed by people long ago.

The villagers discussed the implications of their find. Some believed it was a sign from their ancestors, while others feared it might bring unwanted change. Mawgan suggested they treat it as an Earth Ark, a term they had learned from the encyclopedia, meaning a capsule containing knowledge and resources from the past.

Carefully, they opened the bottle and discovered a tightly rolled piece of paper inside. Yarra delicately extracted it and began to read. It contained instructions for creating various tools and machines, as well as information about long-forgotten plants and their cultivation.

The villagers knew they had to proceed with caution. They decided to study the contents of the Earth Ark meticulously and implement the knowledge gradually, ensuring that it would benefit their community without disrupting their way of life.

Forty years later, the village had transformed. Lush gardens filled with diverse crops thrived, providing a varied diet for the growing population. New tools and machines, formerly crafted from tall grass and stones, were now made of new materials like oak wood, and metal, making their daily tasks more efficient. The Coca-Cola bottle, now a revered artifact, was displayed in the central hut as a reminder of the knowledge that had changed their lives.

Jack and Jill, now respected elders in the community, looked back on that fateful day with fondness. They knew that their curiosity and the village’s careful approach to the Earth Ark had led them to a brighter future. As they watched the children play among the flourishing greenery, they knew that the legacy of the Coca-Cola bottle would endure for generations to come.

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That is very good. Let’s add details about how a grass house was built and what it would look like. Add some details about the several kinds of trees, and vegetables found in the Earth Ark as seeds and grew up during the twenty years between the discovery and the growth of the things that grew.

Claude-3-Opus Poe

Jack and Jill, along with the other villagers, built new grass houses using the techniques described in the Earth Ark. They carefully selected the tallest and sturdiest grass stalks, weaving them together to create a strong, weather-resistant frame. The walls were made by layering grass mats woven tightly to prevent wind and rain from entering the house. The roof was constructed using a thick thatch of grass, providing insulation and protection from the elements. The finished grass houses were functional and had a unique, intricate beauty that reflected the community’s craftsmanship and connection to nature.

Among the seeds found in the Earth Ark were several species of trees that had long since vanished from the Earth’s surface. The villagers planted these seeds with great care, nurturing them and watching in awe as they grew over the years. One of the most impressive was the mighty oak tree, its strong branches reaching towards the sky and providing shade for the village. Another was the graceful willow, its long, flowing branches creating a serene spot for meditation and reflection. The villagers also discovered the versatile bamboo, which they used to create everything from furniture to musical instruments.

The Earth Ark also contained seeds for a variety of vegetables that had been lost to time. The villagers eagerly planted these seeds, marveling at the vibrant colors and unique shapes of the plants as they grew. They discovered the sweet, juicy tomatoes that burst with flavor in their mouths and the crisp, refreshing lettuce that added a new dimension to their salads. The villagers also grew carrots, their vibrant orange color a stark contrast to the greens and browns of the tall grass. Potatoes quickly became a staple in their diet, their starchy goodness providing sustenance and comfort. The villagers even found seeds for herbs like basil, rosemary, and thyme, which they used to flavor their dishes and create aromatic teas.

As the years passed, the village transformed into a lush oasis, the once-barren landscape now filled with thriving trees, bountiful gardens, and sturdy grass houses built on wooden frames. The children born after the discovery of the Earth Ark grew up surrounded by this newfound abundance, learning the importance of nurturing the land and preserving the knowledge passed down from their ancestors. They played among the towering oak trees, crafted toys from the flexible bamboo, and enjoyed the diverse flavors of the vegetables that had become a part of their daily lives.

Jack and Jill, now elders themselves, often sat beneath the willow tree, sharing stories of the day they found the Coca-Cola bottle and the incredible journey that followed. They marveled at the resilience and ingenuity of their community and how a single discovery had led to such a profound transformation. As the sun set over the village, casting a golden glow on the grass houses and the flourishing gardens, they knew that the legacy of the Earth Ark would continue to shape their world for generations to come.

They thanked the thoughtful people who had put all those things into the Coca-Cola bottle long ago.

Asteroid impacts have changed life on Earth

An interesting introduction to impact craters here on earth.

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The earth is 1/4th land, and of the land, only 1/4th has visible craters because of geologic resurfacing. Therefore, only 1/16th of the impacts of the total craters are shown on this map.

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This simple view of geological history mentions the first seed plants in the year 400 million years before the present (YBP). Notice that each of the 5 major extinction events killed over 70% of the living creatures.

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Asteroid impacts pose a threat comparable to a devastating world war, except without the added danger of radiation poisoning that would harm many living organisms.

In the event of a global conflict on the scale of a world war, if the majority of existing nuclear weapons were detonated, it is likely that most descendants of life forms that emerged after 400 million years ago would become extinct within a year. The human species would probably survive in scattered locations, as people could quickly gather enough food reserves underground to sustain themselves for a year. However, wild animals and most domesticated animals would be highly vulnerable. They would either die from radiation exposure or starve because smoke would block the sun, preventing plant growth and reducing their food supply.

The Earth Ark Project aims to address this threat by establishing storage containers capable of preserving a significant percentage of seeds and soils. Through this initiative, it is hoped that much of our existing plant life could be restored. Additionally, efforts would be made to safeguard numerous domesticated and wild animals within structures designed for human survival. In the event of an imminent major conflict, it would be essential to promptly relocate as many different domestic animals as possible to caves, mines, and large buildings basements, and ensure an ample supply of their particular foods. The objective is not to eat these animals but to assist them in surviving and reproducing.

By implementing the Earth Ark Project and taking proactive steps to protect biodiversity, we can increase the chances of preserving vital ecosystems and species in the face of catastrophic events.

What can motivate people to create Earth Arks?

This blog has delved into the challenges humanity faces when confronted with existential catastrophes. However, it is crucial to shift our focus towards discovering simple yet meaningful actions that hold relevance in both the present and foreseeable future. Why should anyone invest their efforts in helping people a thousand years from now? What can inspire individuals to embark on a journey that may not yield immediate results? Religions often thrive by promising a beautiful afterlife or an end to earthly suffering. Could we encourage people to leave their mark within an Earth Ark, enabling future generations to revere them for the abundance of seeds they have preserved? How can we offer something that fulfills the longings and aspirations of the distant future? To a person with children, would safeguarding their descendants hold more significance than to someone who does not have children but identifies as a member of humanity? I posed this question to Poe/Claud-3, and while their response was practical, it lacked a direct emotional and motivational appeal. Saving a polar bear, an unfamiliar creature, may evoke a stronger emotional response than safeguarding countless future generations of humanity. Imagine the reverence and respect you would receive if you placed your name and picture within an Earth Ark. Could this be a source of motivation?

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How can people be motivated to create Earth Arks for people of the future?

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Motivating people to create Earth Arks, designed to preserve and protect the Earth’s biodiversity and resources for future generations, requires a multifaceted approach that appeals to both their sense of responsibility and their self-interest. Here are several strategies that can help inspire and motivate people to support and contribute to the creation of Earth Arks:

1. Raise awareness: Increasing public knowledge about the importance of preserving biodiversity and the potential consequences of environmental degradation is crucial. Utilize various communication channels such as media, educational institutions, and online platforms to disseminate information about the urgent need for Earth Arks.
2. Connect with values: Emphasize the ethical and moral imperative of safeguarding the planet for future generations. Appeal to people’s sense of responsibility, empathy, and stewardship towards the Earth, highlighting the impact of their actions on the well-being of future populations and the natural world.
3. Highlight benefits: Showcase the benefits that Earth Arks bring, not only for the future but also for the present. Emphasize the potential for scientific discoveries, technological advancements, and new economic opportunities that can arise from studying and preserving Earth’s biodiversity. Stress the importance of a sustainable and resilient planet for current and future generations.
4. Engage youth and children: Focus on educating and involving young people in the cause. Children are often receptive to environmental messages and can be powerful agents of change within their families and communities. Encourage their curiosity, provide educational programs, and create opportunities for them to actively participate in conservation efforts.
5. Collaborate and build networks: Foster partnerships between governments, organizations, businesses, and communities to pool resources, knowledge, and expertise. Collaborative efforts can increase the impact of conservation initiatives and create a sense of collective responsibility towards Earth Arks.
6. Provide incentives: Develop incentive programs that reward individuals, organizations, and businesses for their contributions to Earth Ark initiatives. This can include tax incentives, grants, public recognition, or other forms of tangible benefits that encourage participation and support.
7. Demonstrate success stories: Showcase successful examples of Earth Ark projects or similar conservation efforts. Highlight the positive outcomes and the tangible benefits that have been achieved through these endeavors. Demonstrating that preservation efforts can make a difference can inspire others to get involved.
8. Foster a sense of urgency: Communicate the urgency of the situation and the need for immediate action. Highlight the potential consequences of inaction, such as the loss of species, ecosystems, and natural resources. Stress that Earth Arks represent a proactive and forward-thinking approach to safeguarding the planet.
9. Encourage policy changes: Advocate for policies and regulations that support the creation and maintenance of Earth Arks. Lobby governments and decision-makers to prioritize environmental conservation and allocate resources for these initiatives. Public pressure and engagement can be instrumental in driving policy changes.
10. Lead by example: Be a role model by adopting sustainable practices in your own life and promoting environmentally friendly behaviors. Inspire others through your actions and demonstrate that individual choices can contribute to the greater cause of preserving the Earth.

By employing a combination of these strategies, it is possible to motivate people to recognize the im

Who benefits from moving toward Armageddon?

Everyone loses everything if World War III or global warming crosses a tipping point and actually occurs. Unfortunately, many people, perhaps most, benefit from their current lifestyle. From the following lists, it appears that we are all gaining advantages from living in the modern world. The world’s economic engine produces goods that everyone, to some extent, consumes. Our personal consumption of money is proportional to our consumption of the earth’s resources, which are creating pollution.

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List in order the factors making World War III more likely to occur.

Claude-3-Opus

Poe

Several factors are contributing to the increased likelihood of a potential World War III. Here is a list of these factors in order of significance:

1. Geopolitical tensions and conflicts

• Escalating tensions between major powers (e.g., US-China, US-Russia)
• Regional conflicts and proxy wars (e.g., Ukraine, Syria, Yemen)
• Territorial disputes (e.g., South China Sea, Kashmir)

2. Proliferation of nuclear weapons and advanced military technology

• Modernization of nuclear arsenals by nuclear-armed states
• Development of hypersonic weapons and other advanced military tech
• Increased risk of nuclear conflict or accidents

3. Breakdown of international arms control agreements

• Collapse of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty
• Uncertainty surrounding the future of the New START Treaty
• Lack of progress in nuclear disarmament efforts

4. Rise of nationalism and authoritarianism

• Increasing popularity of nationalist and populist ideologies
• Erosion of democratic norms and institutions
• Heightened risk of conflict due to nationalist rhetoric and policies

5. Climate change and resource scarcity

• Intensifying competition for resources (e.g., water, food, energy)
• Climate-related disasters and mass migrations
• Potential for resource wars and climate-driven conflicts

6. Cyber threats and information warfare

• Increased use of cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns
• Potential for cyber conflicts to escalate into physical confrontations
• Erosion of trust in information sources and institutions

7. Economic instability and inequality

• Growing economic disparities within and between countries
• Potential for economic crises and social unrest
• Increased risk of conflict as a result of economic grievances

8. Weakening of international institutions and alliances

• Declining influence of the United Nations and other multilateral organizations
• Strained relationships within NATO and other military alliances
• Reduced capacity for international cooperation and conflict resolution

It is important to note that these factors are interconnected and can interact with one another, amplifying the overall risk of a global conflict. Addressing these challenges will require a concerted effort by the international community to promote diplomacy, cooperation, and risk reduction measures.

List, in order, the most common creators of carbon dioxide pollution,

Claude-3-Opus

Poe

Here is a list of the most common sources of carbon dioxide (CO2) pollution, in order of their contribution to global CO2 emissions:

1. Electricity and heat production

• Burning of fossil fuels (coal, natural gas, and oil) for power generation
• Accounts for approximately 25% of global CO2 emissions

2. Industry and manufacturing

• Burning of fossil fuels for energy in manufacturing processes
• Production of cement, steel, and other materials
• Accounts for around 21% of global CO2 emissions

3. Transportation

• Burning of fossil fuels (gasoline, diesel) in vehicles (cars, trucks, ships, planes)
• Accounts for about 14% of global CO2 emissions

4. Agriculture, forestry, and other land use (AFOLU)

• Deforestation and land clearing
• Livestock farming (methane emissions from cattle)
• Agricultural practices (e.g., fertilizer use)
• Accounts for approximately 24% of global CO2 emissions

5. Buildings

• Energy consumption for heating, cooling, and lighting in residential and commercial buildings
• Accounts for roughly 6% of global CO2 emissions

6. Fossil fuel extraction and processing

• Fugitive emissions from coal, oil, and gas extraction and refining
• Accounts for about 6% of global CO2 emissions

7. Waste management

• Decomposition of organic waste in landfills (methane emissions)
• Incineration of waste materials
• Accounts for approximately 3% of global CO2 emissions

It’s important to note that these percentages are global averages and may vary by country or region depending on factors such as energy mix, economic structure, and land use practices. Additionally, some sources may have a higher share of emissions when considering other greenhouse gases (e.g., methane from agriculture and waste management) in addition to CO2.

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“We have met the enemy, and he is us.” Says Pogo

This silly little one-liner seems to be the unalterable truth. That being the case, and there being no solution to the problem, the only solution is to survive the coming disaster, no matter which form it takes. However, those two disasters are so profound that the only survival will be Earth Arks, which will bring back to the surface of the earth some of the abundance we now enjoy and are destroying.

We are the enemy, but we are also the saviors if we choose to be.

If you are awake, you are worried, even scared.

“The Doomsday Clock is a symbol that represents the likelihood of a human-made global catastrophe, in the opinion of the members of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists.^[1] Maintained since 1947, the clock is a metaphor, not a prediction, for threats to humanity from unchecked scientific and technological advances. That is, the time on the clock is not to be interpreted as actual time. A hypothetical global catastrophe is represented by midnight on the clock, with the Bulletin‘s opinion on how close the world is to one represented by a certain number of minutes or seconds to midnight, which is then assessed in January of each year. The main factors influencing the clock are nuclear warfare, climate change, and artificial intelligence.^[2][3] The Bulletin‘s Science and Security Board monitors new developments in the life sciences and technology that could inflict irrevocable harm to humanity.^[4]

The clock’s original setting in 1947 was 7 minutes to midnight. It has since been set backward 8 times and forward 17 times. The farthest time from midnight was 17 minutes in 1991, and the nearest is 90 seconds, set on January 2023.

The clock was moved to 150 seconds (2 minute, 30 seconds) in 2017, then forward to 2 minutes to midnight in January 2018, and left unchanged in 2019.^[5] In January 2020, it was moved forward to 100 seconds (1 minute, 40 seconds) before midnight.^[6] In January 2023, the Clock was moved forward to 90 seconds (1 minute, 30 seconds) before midnight and remained unchanged in January 2024.^[7][8]“”

Doomsday Clock
The Doomsday Clock pictured at its setting of “90 seconds to midnight”, last changed in January 2023
Frequency	Annually
Inaugurated	June 1947
Most recent	January 23, 2024
Website	thebulletin.org/doomsday-clock/

According to the members of The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, we live in a more risky period for a Doomsday event than ever before.

“The duck-and-cover campaign remained a standard response to potential nuclear attack throughout the 1950s and into the ’60s.” Looking at the chart, we see that the 1960s were the longest period of relative safety, and they were much safer than now.

Now, we have Russian President Putin shaking his atomic weapons at the world and threatening to use them if he doesn’t get to keep what he has taken from Ukraine. This is unprecedented, as every responsible atomic weapons holder realized the use of them would bring about their own destruction. It was a strategy of Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD) that prevented their usage and even the direct threat of their usage. However, that has now changed, at least in Putin’s mind and rhetoric.

It appears that the chance of an atomic war has become possible.

Now is our last chance to create Earth Arks and save something that will help humanity recover from this possible, almost likely event.