@fernhames

Free Ranging System Changer. Ecology, science, people acting for nature, scicomms, leadership, sustainability.

 Naarm. Melbourne. Australia
Joined August 2011
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An advertising campaign targeting women ahead of the federal election is promoting misinformation about nuclear energy in Aus. @McKenzieAmanda spoke to @WomensAgenda about misinformation when it comes to #nuclear in Aus, & set the record straight. #auspol womensagenda.com.au/latest/c…

Confused about nuclear energy? The fossil fuel industry is trying to mislead women

An advertising campaign targeting women ahead of the federal election is promoting misleading information about nuclear energy.

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After 4,921 days on this site, I'm archiving and out of here. Happy to continue real conversations @fernhames.bsky.social. Take care everyone. Listen to the science. Spend more time in nature. #eXit
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Attended a very informative seminar about the BoM–CSIRO State of the Climate 2024 report. A finding that hit me hard was that the extreme year of 2019, Australia's hottest and driest on record, will become an average year between 2021-2040. As a reminder, 2019 looked like this...
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I joined this place in 2011 and it was great, for a while. I've been quiet here for about a year though, and now I'm exploring bluer skies. See you there, you can find me @fernhames.bsky.social
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Spain’s apocalyptic floods show undeniable truths: the climate crisis is getting worse and Big Oil is killing us | Jonathan Watts theguardian.com/world/2024/n…

Spain’s apocalyptic floods show undeniable truths: the climate crisis is getting worse and Big Oil...

The devastating flooding should spur this month’s Cop29 climate conference to press for immediate action, not look away, writes Guardian global environment editor Jonathan Watts

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Ramp up renewables. Stop burning fossil fuels. Now. theguardian.com/world/2024/n… – at Alexandra, Victoria

Spain’s apocalyptic floods show undeniable truths: the climate crisis is getting worse and Big Oil...

The devastating flooding should spur this month’s Cop29 climate conference to press for immediate action, not look away, writes Guardian global environment editor Jonathan Watts

theguardian.com
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BOM and CSIRO State of the Climate report 2024 predicts more extreme weather as warming increases abc.net.au/news/2024-10-31/b…

A BOM scientist used an off-beat metaphor as he unveiled a 'sobering' report looking at our future...

Australia has warmed by 1.51 degrees as greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise. The BOM and CSIRO State of the Climate report shows it has fuelled extreme heat events over land and oceans, longer...

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[MEDIA RELEASE]: The State of the Climate 2024 report from Australia’s CSIRO and Bureau of Meteorology confirms the experiences of millions of Australians: we are now living in an era of climate consequences. climatecouncil.org.au/resour…

State of the Climate: a frightening read for every Australian - Climate Council

The state of the climate report from Australia’s CSIRO and Bureau of Meteorology confirms the experiences of millions of Australians: we are now living in an era of climate consequences.

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The devastating impact of human-induced #ClimateChange is unfolding in full force across #Spain. At least 95 people have died in eastern, central & southern Spain after torrential rains triggered the country’s deadliest floods in three decades. theguardian.com/world/2024/o…

At least 95 people dead in Spain’s worst floods in three decades

Soldiers aid search for dozens still missing as prime minister warns extreme weather may not be over

theguardian.com
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Vale Murray Littlejohn. A true legend, a massive contribution. You'll be greatly missed Murray. Thank you for inspiring us over decades. Deep condolences to family, friends, colleagues. – at Alexandra, Victoria
Fern Hames@fernhames15 Apr 2019
What's the collective noun for a Gathering of Gurus? A fabulous audience at our #ArthurRylahInstitute seminar today, including amazing Angus Martin, @HeardGW (seminar presenter; Growling Grass frogs), GGF collaborator @TheScrogster & Australia's #frog whisperer Murray Littlejohn
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We need a reciprocal relationship with nature, systems thinking, a weaving of multiple ways of knowing, and genuine transformation: theconversation.com/humanity… – at Alexandra, Victoria

Humanity’s future depends on our ability to live in harmony with nature

Climate change, biodiversity loss and resource depletion are not isolated problems — they are part of an interconnected web of crises that demand urgent and comprehensive action.

theconversation.com
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Missed the #GlobalNaturePositiveSummit this week and keen to hear our perspective? Wondering what comes next? Join three expert panellists at our summit debrief webinar next Thursday at 1:30pm (AEDT) as they reflect on the key takeaways and implications of the summit. Register at: unimelb.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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Fantastic panel of indigenous leaders bringing their wisdom to the opening session of the Global #NaturePositive Summit. Discussing collective responsibility for long term ecosystem strategies (minimum 100y) and understanding that we are the ‘younger sibling’ of our environment.
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Heard and McDonald Islands Marine Park expansion announced at the Nature Positive Summit. theguardian.com/environment/…

‘Huge environmental win’: Australia to protect 52% of its oceans, more than any other country,...

Sub-Antarctic marine park expansion welcomed but scientists say some areas important to penguins and seals missed out on sanctuary-level protection

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'The anguish we suffer together is not a mysterious syndrome without physical roots. It’s not a vibe or a mood. It’s an expression of physics supercharged by a uniquely sociopathic form of commerce'. Wisdom from the always brilliant, Tim Winton: theguardian.com/environment/…

Our leaders are collaborators with fossil fuel colonialists. This is the source of our communal...

The lassitude that distinguishes our moment is born of sorrow and buried rage. We act like colonial subjects because, in effect, that’s what we are

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Have you got your ticket for the @LandAustralian Alliance Private Land Conservation conference yet? Join over 400+ delegates at Australia’s premier land conservation event on 10-11 October. Get your ticket here: alcaconference.org.au #PLC24 #NatureNow #privatelandconservation
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Indigenous travel grants for the ESA 2024 conference are now available in two rounds to assist in conference prep and planning. Apply now: tinyurl.com/ynv6s4ac #grants #ecology
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Are you interested in an exciting postdoc developing novel conservation planning approaches and applying them to securing biodiversity in Antarctica? If so then apply for the postdoc position that @justine_d_shaw and I have available. See qut.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?… @saef_arc
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We are recruiting a #postdoc to work on #Antarctic Conservation. Come work with @j_r_rhodes & I and our @saef_arc team at @QUT. Seeking expertise with integrating large biodiversity and spatial datasets & conservation science theory. qut.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?…
Jonathan Rhodes@j_r_rhodes11 Sep 2024
Are you interested in an exciting postdoc developing novel conservation planning approaches and applying them to securing biodiversity in Antarctica? If so then apply for the postdoc position that @justine_d_shaw and I have available. See qut.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?… @saef_arc
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