James Whelan
@jameswhel
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Climate strategist, organiser, researcher and educator. Living on the lands of the Awabakal people, I respect their sovereignty.
Newcastle, Australia
Joined May 2009
The right to peaceful protest is fundamental to a healthy democracy. This has been a heavy-handed and punitive response to @BlockadeAus #ClimateCrisis actions, intended to discourage non-violent protest.
NEW STORY by @geoff__thompson - Blockade Australia shut down Sydney with climate change protests. Now they're fighting arrests in court
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"Australia has a sorry record on vehicle emissions. On sale here now are some of the 'dirtiest' new light vehicles in the developed world" Industry 'misread the room; in opposing #VehicleEmissionStandards #ClimateAction
https://t.co/SRKIGFC8u6
canberratimes.com.au
The car industry's fog of self-interest appears to have blinded it to the strength of public sentiment.
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To slow the uptake of #ElectricVehicles, Australia's car industry is secretly campaigning against mandatory Fuel Efficiency Standards. Sprung, @FCAI_Au 𤨠To achieve our 43% emission reduction, @Bowenchris must tackle transport emissions https://t.co/KPR2WKsuh6
smh.com.au
The car industry has launched a wide-ranging private campaign that would delay Australiaâs transition to electric vehicles, confidential documents show.
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The question @ChloeBouras asked the minister is a good reminder why I don't, can't watch Network 10. "With a trillion $ in debt, can we afford to prioritise the environment?" The logic that cost the Coalition government. Let's move on.
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The 2021 State of the Environment Report is a clarion call for swift action to protect and restore our precious atmosphere, land and water. It's heartening to hear Environment and Water Minister @tanya_plibersek's commitment after the last / lost decade.
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Ditch gas! I'm (finally) having gas disconnected from my house this week, shifting to all-electric. Making good use of the increasing % of renewable energy in the grid (including 10kw generated on my roof) and saving money. #EnergyTransition gaining momentum! #ClimateAction
"It seems silly to be locking people into gas prices which are so vulnerable to international events. In a few years time, we will be looking back on people cooking with gas like we do with gas lamps in their living rooms." @CharlotteGriev1 #gasprices
https://t.co/sXTL6miD3f
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As extreme heat becomes a regular occurrence, cities like Barcelona are implementing cooling centers around the city.
fastcompany.com
Barcelona set up 163 climate shelters to help residents stay cool in the scorching summer months.
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Extreme long-lasting early heat in India and Pakistan that destroyed harvests and affects the whole world through wheat export ban, has become about 30 times more likely due to human-caused climate change - our latest @wxrisk study https://t.co/MV79EiWOTr
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#HSBC suspends head of responsible investing who called the #ClimateCrisis âshrillâ âWho cares if #Miami is six metres underwater in 100 years? #Amsterdam has been six metres underwater for ages and thatâs a really nice place,â Stuart Kirk had said
theguardian.com
Bank investigating Stuart Kirkâs conference speech deriding flooding risks and climate warnings from UN and Bank of England
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Extreme heat is on the rise with significant increases in the length, intensity and frequency of #HeatWaves in many regions. The best way to protect Australians from worsening heat is to contribute to efforts to deeply and rapidly reduce #greenhouse gas emissions this decade.
India, Pakistan heatwave likelihood increased X30 by climate change. Read full report from World Weather Attribution â Exploring the contribution of climate change to extreme weather events
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Climate action is voters' top priority as the #Election2022 approaches. In Newcastle, we asked candidates to outline the #ClimateAction policies and commitments they'll take to Canberra if elected. Watch now > https://t.co/zNPrZp6bpc
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It will be great to hear from the candidates who seek to represent Newcastle next Thursday 28/4 at 6:30pm "What renewable energy and #climate plans will you advocate for the Hunter region?" @SharonClaydon @McCabe_Greens @EmilyBrollo
https://t.co/HDsutcXTVI
eventbrite.com.au
In the most important Federal Election of our generation, hear your local candidates: are they up to the climate challenge?
Join us to hear from the candidates who seek to represent Newcastle. Next Thursday 28/4 at 6:30pm, free, on Zoom. "If elected, what renewable energy and #climate plans will you advocate for the Hunter region to ensure secure jobs and energy generation?" https://t.co/HDsutcXTVI
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Join us to hear from the candidates who seek to represent Newcastle. Next Thursday 28/4 at 6:30pm, free, on Zoom. "If elected, what renewable energy and #climate plans will you advocate for the Hunter region to ensure secure jobs and energy generation?" https://t.co/HDsutcXTVI
eventbrite.com.au
In the most important Federal Election of our generation, hear your local candidates: are they up to the climate challenge?
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Renewable energy infrastructure in development in the Hunter region will create many more jobs than those affected by the retirement of Eraring.
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Breathless, one-sided reporting on the early closure of Eraring #coal fired power station by @BackgroundBrief. No mention of #climate change or the jobs created by the #EnergyTransition
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The Australian election this May is critical for #ClimateAction. Let's ensure all candidates pledge to take decisive action if elected to reduce #greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate the transition to renewables. https://t.co/E12jnbX1iS
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Newcastle supports #ClimateAction Join local groups for our Climate Action Now online forum on 28 April where we'll hear the climate commitments of our federal candidates. Will they support cutting #greenhousegas emissions by 75% this decade? https://t.co/FyjcxRVyQe
eventbrite.com.au
In the most important Federal Election of our generation, hear your local candidates: are they up to the climate challenge?
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Say NO to a nuclear submarine base on the east coast of Australia. Sign this open letter today #NoWar #PeaceNotWar #auspol
https://t.co/vlShweNV8O
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Nuclear-powered submarines use highly enriched, nuclear-weapons-grade uranium, making them extremely dangerous. An accident or malfunction could result in a submarine becoming a floating nuclear bomb. @ScottMorrisonMP @PeterDutton_MP #nuclearsubs
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Compelling reasons to say NO to #nuclearsubs A base would make our city a target if there is a war. #auspol @AUKUS Please sign this letter to Prime Minister Morrison and Defence Minister Dutton to express your opposition. https://t.co/vlShwf64mW
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