ajsadauskas

ajsadauskas, 4 days ago to random

I've argued before that it's better to aim to get gross emissions as low as possible, instead of lauding net zero claims that have been achieved through (potentially fraudulent) carbon offsets.

Here's a great illustration of why carbon derivatives are a poor substitute for real emissions cuts:

https://www.theguardian.com/news/article/2024/jun/04/the-warring-conmen-at-the-heart-of-a-5bn-carbon-credit-scam

ajsadauskas, 4 days ago to random

There's a hidden economic benefit to great urban planning in cities: Tourism.

People want to visit good public spaces, with walkable (ideally pedestrianised) main streets, quality public transport, and vibrant local communities.

And good quality urbanism is not just for big cities either:

https://www.strongtowns.org/journal/2024/6/3/how-to-build-strong-towns-that-are-irresistible-to-tourists?apcid=0062267bab2d55e67ed09101&utm_source=safestreets