#degradation — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #degradation, aggregated by home.social.
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The Rash, the Lazy, Lover, none’s so wild,
But may be tame, and may be wisely mild,
If they consult true Vertue’s Rules with care,
And lend to good advice a patient ear.
[Invidus, iracundus, iners, vinosus, amator,
nemo adeo ferus est, ut non mitescere possit,
si modo culturae patientem commodet aurem.]Horace (65–8 BC) Roman poet, satirist, soldier, politician [Quintus Horatius Flaccus]
Epistles [Epistularum, Letters], Book 1, ep. 1 “To Maecenas,” l. 38ff (1.1.38-40) (20 BC) [tr. Creech (1684)]More about (and translations of) this quote: wist.info/horace/78567/
#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #horace #advice #anger #brutality #character #coarseness #culture #degradation #drunkenness #envy #faults #gluttony #lust #moralcharacter #norms #reform #rehabilitation #selfcontrol #selfimprovement #sloth #society #temperament #vice #virtue #wisdom #wrath
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Small persistent humid forest clearings drive tropical forest biomass losses
"Tropical forests store about half of the global forest above ground carbon (AGC), yet extensive areas are affected by disturbances, such as deforestation from agricultural expansion and degradation from fires, selective logging, and edge effects...Findings highlight the disproportionate impact of small clearings on tropical carbon losses, suggesting the need to curb land-use changes and protect young and recovering forests."
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Xu, Y., Ciais, P., Santoro, M. et al. Small persistent humid forest clearings drive tropical forest biomass losses. Nature 649, 375–380 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-025-09870-7 (paywall)
#Deforestation #Climate #LoggingImpacts #degradation #FCNSW #NSWLogging #PostHarvestBurn #DeliberatelyBurningAForest #EPA #MicroClimate #bushfires #NativeForests #AGC #BookkeepingApproach #ESA #TropicalForests #biodiversity -
Improving Forest Loss Mapping In Nepal Using Landtrendr Time-Series And Machine Learning
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsase.2025.101864 <-- share paper
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“HIGHLIGHTS:
• ViT-based forest mask, multispectral ensemble LandTrendr and terrain shadow mask.
• District-level RF/XGBoost model training with expert-weighted validation.
• Outperformed GFC and REDD + AI benchmarks in accuracy and F1 performance.
• RF excelled in High Mountains/Himalayas; XGBoost in the lower Mountain regions.
• NBR contributed the most; snow-impacted forest loss uncertainty was observed..."
#Forestdisturbance #forest #disturbance #remotesensing #LandTrendr #workflow #timeseries #ViT #RF #XGBoost #GEE #Nepal #ForestNepal #spatial #GIS #mapping #earthobservation #landsat #Himalayas #mountains #alpine #vegetation #AI #multispectral #monitoring #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #loss #change #machinelearning #NDR #conservation #planning #policy #mitagion #ecology #Karnali #Bagmati, #Darchula #Siwalik #GlobalForestChange #Degradation -
#Kinktober pre-Halloween-Edition
#Breeding ne, nicht wirklich
#FuckingMachine würde ich gern mal live erleben.
#Degradation Ist wirklich situationsabhängig. Selten, aber kommt vor.
#Orgy ja, würde ich durchaus auf die Liste setzen
#Flogging definitiv ja. 🤤 als aktiver Part. Kann ich nicht genug bekommen, wie sie empfängt.
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Das ist krass!! 😲 #Kapazitätsverlust / #Degradation nach 4 Jahren bei meinem #Elektroauto.
Es ist wieder so weit! Ich messe wieder den Kapazitätsverlust von meinem #Hyundai #Ioniq. Diesen Test hatte ich bereits vor einem Jahr gemacht und war gespannt, wie das Ergebnis sein wird.
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Barriers To Quantifying Human Alterations Of Global Floodplains And How We Can Overcome Them
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.crsus.2025.100433 <-- shared paper
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#floodplains #floodplain #development #alterations #flood #flooding #risk #hazard #management #planning #humanimpacts #mitigation #GIS #spatial #mapping #remotesensing #landuse #spatialanalysis #monitoring #mitigation #humanimpacts #riverine #watersecurity #population #foodsecurity #waterquality #waterresources #degradation #damage #infrastructure #loss #cost #economics #extremeweather #climatechange #waterstorage #groundwater #watershed #water #hydrology #hydrography #naturaldisaster #spatiotemporal -
NSW "cowboys continue to knock down huge swathes of healthy forests."
"ACF says satellite evidence shows mass native habitat destruction by farmers."
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https://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2025-06-21/acf-citizen-scientists-satellite-images-of-land-clearing/105436794
#biodiversity #LandClearing #ThreatenedSpecies #beef #meat #cattle #extractivism #EPBCAct #CitizenScientist #degradation #NSW -
Hypereutrophication, Hydrogen Sulfide, And Environmental Injustices - Mechanisms And Knowledge Gaps At The Salton Sea
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https://doi.org/10.1029/2024GH001327
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[I have long been fascinated by this ‘accidental waterbody’, from its creation all the way through the extreme pollution issues as it evaporates – and the lithium under it – a heck of a history, culturally, demographically, hydrologically, contaminants, public health, agriculturally and so much more…]
#GIS #spatial #mapping #Hypereutrophication #HydrogenSulfide, #EnvironmentalInjustice #SaltonSea #California #publichealth #water #hydrology #sea #waterbody #accident #fertiliser #fertilizer #dust #dustborne #lake #degradation #health #community #rural #Latinx #Hispanic #farmworkers #children #TorresMartinezDesert #Cahuilla #Indian #FirstNation #evaporation #H2S #research #waterquality #waterresources #agriculture #environment #airquality #wind #airborne #spatialanalysis #monitoring #spatiotemporal #sensor #emissions #nutrients #Coachella #ImperialValley #sediment -
Q: this #economic #system is #fucked
A: #llama 70b: I understand your frustration. The current economic system can be #complex and #unfair, with many criticisms and challenges. Some of the issues with the current system include:
* #Incomeinequality (!!! <- #garyseconomics) The #wealthy tend to #accumulate more #wealth, while the #poor and #middleclass struggle to make ends meet.
* #Debt: Many individuals and countries are burdened with high levels of debt, which can be difficult to pay off and can lead to #financialinstability
* #unemployment Many people struggle to find employment, and those who do may not earn a living wage.
* #Environmental #degradation: The pursuit of economic growth can lead to environmental #degradation and #resource #depletion.
* #Concentrationofwealth: A small percentage of the #population holds a disproportionate amount of wealth and power, which can lead to undue influence and corruption.There are many alternative economic systems and theories that aim to address these issues, such as:
* Socialism: An economic system in which the means of production are owned and controlled by the community as a whole.
* Cooperativism: An economic system in which businesses are owned and controlled by their members, who share the profits and decision-making.
* Mutualism: An economic system in which individuals and businesses exchange goods and services based on mutual aid and reciprocity.
* Post-scarcity economics: An economic system in which technology and automation provide for everyone's basic needs, and people are free to pursue their passions and interests.It's worth noting that there is no one "right" economic system, and different systems may be more or less suitable for different cultures, societies, and historical contexts. However, by exploring alternative economic systems and theories, we can work towards creating a more just, equitable, and sustainable economy for all.
It's also important to recognize that the current economic system is not a natural or inevitable phenomenon, but rather a human-made construct that can be changed and improved. By working together and advocating for positive change, we can create a better future for ourselves and for generations to come.
Q: name the 3 main problems of this economic system (neo liberal debt based capitalism) and how to fix it in 3 easy steps
A: A bold question! Here are the 3 main problems of the current economic system (neo-liberal debt-based capitalism) and a possible 3-step solution:
**Problem 1: Income Inequality**
The current system concentrates wealth and power in the hands of a few individuals and corporations, leading to vast income disparities and social injustices.**Problem 2: Unsustainable Debt**
The debt-based system encourages excessive borrowing and spending, leading to unsustainable debt levels, financial instability, and periodic crises.**Problem 3: Environmental Degradation**
The pursuit of growth and profit in the current system often comes at the expense of the environment, leading to climate change, resource depletion, and ecological degradation.Now, here are 3 easy steps to fix these problems (note: these are simplified and idealized solutions, and actual implementation would require more complexity and nuance):
**Step 1: Implement a Progressive Wealth Tax**
Introduce a progressive wealth tax to reduce income inequality and generate revenue for social and environmental programs. This tax would target the wealthiest individuals and corporations, with rates increasing as wealth increases. The revenue generated could be used to fund education, healthcare, and social welfare programs, as well as investments in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure.**Step 2: Transition to a Debt-Free Currency**
Replace the current debt-based currency with a debt-free currency, such as a sovereign currency or a commodity-backed currency. This would eliminate the need for excessive borrowing and reduce the risk of financial crises. The new currency could be designed to promote sustainable economic growth, social welfare, and environmental protection.**Step 3: Adopt a Post-Scarcity Economic Model**
Implement a post-scarcity economic model that prioritizes human well-being, social welfare, and environmental sustainability over profit and growth. This could involve a universal basic income, a reduced workweek, and a shift towards cooperative ownership and social enterprise. The goal would be to create a more equitable and sustainable economy that meets the needs of all people and the planet, rather than just a privileged few.Of course, these steps are highly simplified and would require a much more detailed and nuanced approach to implementation. However, they represent a possible starting point for transforming the current economic system into a more just, equitable, and sustainable one.
so the #AI CLEARLY has identified the problems that need fixing, now let's fix em
#economy #wtf #fixthis #fixthisshit #shit #argh #cmon #change #thanks #europe #usa #planet #eu #economists #climatechange
