There is a somewhat pessimistic evaluation of the EU's 1 trillion euro Green Deal as it seems more likely to further enrich 'trainers' rather than reskill Polish miners for actual new jobs in a green economy (https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/feb/19/european-green-deal-polish-miners). In essence, it might well have the same effect that the Common Agricultural Programme had for small, poor, subsistence farmers (i.e. giving them hope but actually benefitting rich conglomerates and land speculators to a much greater degree). The view seems to be that this is 'greenwashing' on a mega scale. Certainly, there seems to be too much faith in traditional company activities.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Wednesday 19 February 2020
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