In a discussion between Doug McIntyre and David Callaway, they examine the current wildfire in California, which has grown to the size of Los Angeles and ranks as the fifth largest in the state’s history. The conversation highlights the natural cycle that exacerbates such fires: a dry season that stretches from late spring to early…
In their discussion, Doug McIntyre and David Callaway highlight the unexpected outcome of tariffs intended to block the entry of $25,000 electric vehicles (EVs) into the U.S. market. Contrary to expectations, these tariffs did not prevent affordable EVs from becoming available. Instead, the market has been flooded with used EVs, particularly Teslas, which are now…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the financial struggles of traditional American automakers, particularly GM and Ford, as they navigate the electric vehicle (EV) market. Despite scaling back on their EV projects, these companies are still losing billions of dollars annually. This surprising outcome highlights deeper issues within their manufacturing processes, including inefficiencies and challenges…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the surprising trend where 51% of EV owners trade in their electric vehicles for gas-powered cars. This unexpected shift is creating a surplus of used Teslas on the market, leading to downward pressure on EV prices. The conversation highlights how this trend reflects the challenges and complexities of the…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the transformative impact of the used Tesla market on the U.S. EV industry. As consumers trade in their Teslas for newer models or switch to other vehicles, a growing inventory of four-year-old Teslas priced between $20,000 and $25,000 is flooding the market. This development creates intense competition for Tesla’s…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway delve into the booming U.S. market for used Teslas, which are now being sold at prices ranging from $20,000 to $25,000. This surge reveals a significant demand for affordable electric vehicles (EVs) in this price range, but it presents a unique challenge for Tesla. While the availability of used Teslas…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the mounting financial crisis triggered by climate change, focusing on the escalating losses faced by global insurers. In the first half of the year alone, insurers worldwide reported significant losses due to climate-related events. The situation is exacerbated by reinsurers’ increasing reluctance to take on these risks, leaving primary…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the severe financial implications of climate change and the failure of wealthy nations to support vulnerable countries. They highlight the United States’ continued pollution and reluctance to provide promised financial aid, effectively compounding the difficulties for poorer nations. U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s recent statement that $3 trillion per…
Last year, massive wildfires in Canada, hundreds of miles north of the East Coast, blanketed New York City in smoke, resembling Beijing’s worst pollution days. Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss how such events highlight the interconnectedness of climate issues, with local pollution causing severe problems far away. They emphasize that climate change doesn’t respect…
NOAA announced that the Gulf of Mexico will experience a 6,000 square mile dead zone this summer, stretching from the Mississippi Delta to south of Houston, Mexico. This dead zone severely impacts the fishing industry, devastating the livelihood of those dependent on it. The primary cause is fertilizer runoff from the Mississippi River, originating hundreds…
Warren Buffett, at 93, has significantly reduced his stake in BYD, a major Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, from 40% to under 5%. Despite BYD’s strong potential for expansion into markets like Mexico, Africa, Southeast Asia, and South America, Buffett’s sell-off suggests caution. BYD’s affordable and appealing EVs, priced around twenty thousand dollars, offer substantial…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway, editors of Climate Crisis 247, discuss the unpredictability of extreme weather in Ireland and other regions. McIntyre, in Connecticut, and Callaway, preparing for a golf game in Ireland, highlight the varied and severe weather conditions one might experience in just a few hours on the golf course. From hail to…
In parts of Africa, the pollution rate is rising due to the use of outdated air conditioners, which emit more harmful gases than modern, energy-efficient models. Historically, wealthier nations like the U.S. promised financial aid to help countries like Nigeria upgrade their infrastructure, including air conditioning systems. However, these promises have often fallen short. David…
Warren Buffett has significantly reduced his stake in BYD, a leading Chinese EV company, from 40% to less than 5%. Despite BYD’s potential to surpass Tesla as the largest EV manufacturer globally, Buffett’s decision is influenced by several factors. Primarily, Buffett’s investment in BYD has yielded substantial profits since he entered when the company was…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the environmental challenges and policy solutions surrounding water pollution, using Lake Erie as a case study. Once one of the most polluted lakes, Lake Erie’s condition improved significantly after stopping industrial waste from Akron and Cleveland. However, the lake still faces issues due to agricultural runoff, causing massive algae…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the efforts made by Paris to clean up the Seine River ahead of the Olympics, noting that while the river isn’t entirely clean, significant policy changes have been implemented. Companies and the city were restricted from dumping sewage, although there’s concern these rules might be relaxed post-Olympics. This issue…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the significant challenge facing the Paris Olympics due to the polluted Seine River. Historically contaminated by waste for centuries, the Seine’s water quality is so poor that Olympic officials initially deemed it too dirty for events. The mayor of Paris and a national government representative attempted to demonstrate its…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the broken promises of wealthy nations to provide financial support to developing countries for reducing their carbon footprints. Despite pledges to offer funds—sometimes as outright grants rather than loans—these promises frequently remain unfulfilled. Callaway emphasizes that financial aid needs to serve as an incentive for genuine improvement, not as…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the growing financial implications of climate change, particularly regarding home insurance. Doug highlights how homeowners in previously insurable areas are now facing dramatically higher premiums or outright refusal from insurance companies to cover their properties. David elaborates, emphasizing that climate change is both a weather and financial issue. The…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the risks associated with living in seemingly ideal locations. People are drawn to places like the coast of Florida, despite the threat of rising waters, or the central United States, despite tornado risks. Similarly, many who settled near wildfire-prone areas did so because these places were once considered paradises…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the ongoing wildfire crisis, highlighting the improved efforts of Cal Fire in California. Thanks to better communication, air power, and drone technology, Cal Fire has been successful in containing many fires before they exceed an acre. However, some fires, like the park fire, have grown uncontrollably to 150,000 acres….
