#environmental response

[whats-in-a-sentence]

Plant signal transduction mechanisms may be relatively rapid or extremely slow (Figure 15.1)

"Plant Physiology and Development" int'l 6e - Taiz, L., Zeiger, E., Møller, I.M., Murphy, A.

[alwaysbewoke]

[softerpixels]

i genuinely feel a little insane watching my home state succumb to climate crisis over my nearly 30 years of existence just to watch conspiracy theorists call it a deep-state manufactured disaster to keep red states from voting

[troythecatfish]

[vexangle]

ok but actually as someone whos studying to work in architecture, kaveh is such a painful reflection to examine. i put off looking at his story/voicelines/etc. for so long because i knew it was gonna hit hard and it did.

it's honestly kind of frustrating to see his struggles get boiled down to "artist struggles." there are elements of his character that are relatable to all sorts of creatives. perfectionism is a plague. but hearing things like "just stop being a perfectionist" gets grating when the people saying it arent in a position where their mistakes can cost people's lives and safety.

there is no way for me to fuck up a painting badly enough that the finished product kills someone. "what if my skills arent good enough" in this line of work isnt just about artistic value and worth. its also about the material harm you can cause.

think of the withering during the first round of constructing the palace of alcazarzaray. there was no way for kaveh to predict something like that far enough ahead of time. he shouldn't fault himself for it, but this doesnt change that as the architect it is very much still his responsibility to deal with.

[monsterkong]

Rethinking Our Disposable Culture: How to Spend Wisely and Sustainably in the 21st Century 🌍💚

As we delve deeper into the 21st century, our society stands at a crossroads. The path we've been on—characterized by a growing throwaway culture fueled by increased disposable income—is unsustainable. It's time to consider how we might turn the tide.

The Economics of Disposability

Disposable income has undoubtedly improved living standards for many. Yet, this financial flexibility has also led to an increase in disposable products, fast fashion, and rapidly obsolete technologies. This trend is economically beneficial in the short term but environmentally and socially detrimental in the long run. 📉🌎

Rethinking Consumption

To mitigate the impact of throwaway culture, a shift in consumer mentality is essential:

Value-Based Spending: Align your spending with your values. If sustainability matters to you, support brands that prioritize eco-friendly practices.

Invest in Repairability: Choose products designed for longevity and that can be easily repaired, reducing the need to buy new.

Community Engagement: Get involved in or start local initiatives that promote sustainable living, from community gardens to tool-sharing libraries.

Policy and Change

Policy change can also drive significant shifts. Advocating for regulations that require producers to be responsible for the lifecycle of their products can decrease the volume of waste generated.

By adjusting how we view and utilize our disposable income, we can combat the rise of throwaway culture. It's about creating a future where we value what we own, understand the true cost of disposability, and choose a sustainable path forward. 🌍💚

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[wooawi]

oh my days, ms. bustier is the fucking mayor.

[betty-bourgeoisie]

Actually in an even hotter, less popular take, I actually think owning and keeping a dog in the way that most Americans currently do is ethically irresponsible if you consider yourself to be an environmentalist or anti-capitalist.

I won't speak to other countries, but at least in the U.S. pets and pet products are multi-billion dollar industry that causes a significant amount of environmental damage, with dog owners spending the most by far.

I'm not saying that there's no ethical way to own a dog. Most countries don't spend this much on their pets, and there pets have less environmental impact as a result. But considering that American Millennials and Zoomers are significantly more likely to be pet owners than their parents and grandparents, I think our generations need to have a serious conversation about the fact that, unless you have a service dog or actively live on a farm and need them for work, dogs are a luxury and they are a luxury that we keep at a significant environmental cost.

[sproutbell]

being an environmentalist sucks bc people across political spectrum either think you’re a self righteous asshole or the fun police or a conspiracy theorist

[whats-in-a-sentence]

When exposed to unfavorable environmental conditions, this complex interactive system adjusts homeostatically to minimize the negative impacts of stress and maintain metabolic equilibrium (Figure 24.1). (...) Under these conditions, the plant could compensate either by slowing down biosynthesis, thus reducing its growth rate, or by drawing on its stored food reserves in the form of starch (see Figure 24.1).

"Plant Physiology and Development" int'l 6e - Taiz, L., Zeiger, E., Møller, I.M., Murphy, A.

[alwaysbewoke]

[unseeliej]

Mabon 2024

This past weekend was the Mabon camping trip! My Handsome Assistant and I are part of a local Druidry group, and that group teams up with another Pagan group to go have a fantastic time in the woods. (If you aren’t sure what Mabon is, here is a brief rundown.) There’s food (lots of food), singing, stories, rituals, and catching up with friends, all set in a beautiful forest. Last year, things…

[troythecatfish]

[responsible-us]

Uniphos Enterprises Limited Releases Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2023-24

UEL is a leading player in trading in chemicals and agro-commodities. It has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the fiscal year 2023-24. The report, presented in conformity with SEBI’s Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015, reflects the company’s initiative regarding ethical governance, environmental care, and social responsibility.

Overview: In an era where corporate accountability runs parallel, UEL’s BRSR 2023-24 reflects the commitment of UEL towards sustainability and responsible business behavior. The report epitomizes salient features of the company’s operations, best governance practices, and environmental impact, focusing on core values related to excellence, integrity, respect, and collaboration.

Body UEL was incorporated in 1969 and is essentially a trading company. A large portion of the turnover consists of trading in chemicals and agro commodities. For FY 2023–24, revenue from trading operations contributed 54.16%, while income from investments in equity shares and mutual funds contributed 42.26% of revenue.

The company is headquartered in Mumbai with regional offices based in Gujarat. Its staff is on deputation, with only a small number being UEL recruits; it has taken important steps in maintaining gender diversity—one-third of the members on the Board of Directors comprise women.

The report enumerates corporate governance practices in which UEL has also ensured the whistleblower policy to get grievances over and above transparency. UEL further states its due compliance with regulatory requirements, as amply evidenced by the reaction of the company to a minor delay in the regulatory filings for which the waiver of the fine was sought from stock exchanges.

Although UEL is not a manufacturing company, the report reflects the concern of the company regarding environmental sustainability. The environmental impact of UEL is very minimal, as the company consumes limited amounts of energy only and does not produce much waste that is considered harmful to the environment. The sustainability practice at UEL is mainly limited to ensuring full compliance with environmental laws and regulations, and operations are performed in a manner to ensure no adverse impact on the environment.

From the viewpoint of social responsibility, the activities of UEL are restricted to its scale of operation; however, the company maintains a conducive and non-threatening workplace. It is pointed out in the report that UEL follows the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, providing accessibility in offices and non-discrimination in employment.

UEL’s commitment to doing good business is further reflected in its anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies, although the company has not adopted a stand-alone anti-corruption policy; rather, the principles are encapsulated within its general code of conduct meant for all employees and major vendors.

Overview The Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2023-24 underlines the commitment of Uniphos Enterprises Limited to promote the gold standard in corporate governance, care for the environment, and observe social responsibility. Though the operation of the company remains limited within the scope mentioned, its commitment remains toward responsible business practices. While moving forward with challenges in the modern business landscape, UEL remains focused on aspects related to sustainability, transparency, and ethical conduct and sets a good example for such categories of companies.

Source: BRSR Credit: Uniphos Enterprises Limited

[skaruresonic]

Wacky Workbench Good Future (JP)'s theme is the concept of adorableness distilled in audio form. I listen to it and I'm just like

p e r f e c t t e c h n o (dial-tone and xylophone noises)

[dendrochronologies]

everything is too expensive & urgent & i would love love LOVE to have a few days of things going WELL.