The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance When Mother Nature Says, ‘I’m Out,’ Geoengineering Hacks Will Fix Our Planet: Thomas Kostigen with Dave Asprey : 777
Dec 30, 2020
Thomas Kostigen, a bestselling author and National Geographic journalist, dives into revolutionary geoengineering solutions for climate change. He discusses innovative ideas like space umbrellas and marine cloud brightening, emphasizing the urgency of immediate solutions amidst extreme weather events. Kostigen critiques public perceptions and advocates for scientifically grounded strategies to combat environmental degradation. He reflects on the ethical responsibility of parenting in a climate-crisis world and calls for collective action to reimagine a sustainable future.
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Dire State of the Planet
- The state of the planet is dire, with wildfires, hurricanes, droughts, and sea level rise.
- These extreme weather events are a serious concern, exacerbated by the pandemic.
Space Umbrella Challenges
- The space umbrella, a large reflective shield in space, is a far-fetched geoengineering solution.
- It's expensive, logistically complex, and may cause pollution during its deployment.
Focus on Grounded Solutions
- Focus on more grounded solutions like cool roofs and roads instead of the space umbrella.
- Explore marine cloud brightening and stratospheric aerosol injection for immediate impact.
