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[wizard of Tauranga]

There was talk in the past about the Tongan Volcano contributing to our record rainfall last summer. On the volcano:

‘They found that an unprecedented amount of water vapour shot up higher than ever recorded.

"The plume reached 55km, the mesosphere, it's very unusual in the known record so that water along with other volcanic particles caused unusual ozone depletion,"

"That water vapour is going to be in the stratosphere for another four to five years. Time will tell, we'll have to continue to look at what's happening to the atmospheric chemistry to look at what the impacts are," said Prof Revell.

The full effects of this massive eruption are not over yet.’

Tonga's volcanic eruption in 2022 so big it created hole in ozone layer - research | Newshub

Scientists say the Hunga-Tonga Hunga-Ha'apai eruption shot out an unprecedented amount of water vapour into the sky.

www.newshub.co.nz

 

[wizard of Tauranga]

TOYOTA PROPOSES END OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES​

Toyota's Groundbreaking Ammonia-Powered Engine: A Glimpse into the Future of Sustainable Transportation

Toyota, a name synonymous with innovation in the automotive world, has once again made headlines. This time, it's not about electric vehicles (EVs) but about a pioneering ammonia-powered engine. Developed in collaboration with the Chinese state-owned manufacturer GAC Group, this engine might just be the game-changer the industry needs.

What is an Ammonia Engine?

An ammonia engine is a type of internal combustion engine that uses ammonia as its primary fuel. The beauty of ammonia lies in its composition: one nitrogen atom and three hydrogen atoms, with no carbon atoms. This means that when burned, it doesn't release carbon dioxide, a major greenhouse gas. The potential of such an engine is immense, especially in our collective quest to reduce carbon footprints.

Why is it Important?

The global push towards sustainable energy solutions has led to a surge in EVs. However, Toyota believes in diversifying its approach. The ammonia engine offers a promising alternative, especially when considering its high energy density. This makes it ideal for sectors where efficient energy storage and transportation are crucial, such as in transportation and power generation.

Moreover, ammonia is abundantly available. Its production primarily involves hydrogen and nitrogen, both of which are plentiful in our atmosphere. This makes ammonia engines not only environmentally friendly but also potentially cost-effective in the long run.

 

[MaybeTop8]

TOYOTA PROPOSES END OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES​

Toyota's Groundbreaking Ammonia-Powered Engine: A Glimpse into the Future of Sustainable Transportation

Toyota, a name synonymous with innovation in the automotive world, has once again made headlines. This time, it's not about electric vehicles (EVs) but about a pioneering ammonia-powered engine. Developed in collaboration with the Chinese state-owned manufacturer GAC Group, this engine might just be the game-changer the industry needs.

What is an Ammonia Engine?

An ammonia engine is a type of internal combustion engine that uses ammonia as its primary fuel. The beauty of ammonia lies in its composition: one nitrogen atom and three hydrogen atoms, with no carbon atoms. This means that when burned, it doesn't release carbon dioxide, a major greenhouse gas. The potential of such an engine is immense, especially in our collective quest to reduce carbon footprints.

Why is it Important?

The global push towards sustainable energy solutions has led to a surge in EVs. However, Toyota believes in diversifying its approach. The ammonia engine offers a promising alternative, especially when considering its high energy density. This makes it ideal for sectors where efficient energy storage and transportation are crucial, such as in transportation and power generation.

Moreover, ammonia is abundantly available. Its production primarily involves hydrogen and nitrogen, both of which are plentiful in our atmosphere. This makes ammonia engines not only environmentally friendly but also potentially cost-effective in the long run.

Better public transport networks, less vehicles is really the way forwards. Not just in carrying passengers, but freight as well. Removing the need for a car from our mindset is crucial to addressing the major climate and resource issues we have right now.

 

[wizard of Tauranga]

Better public transport networks, less vehicles is really the way forwards. Not just in carrying passengers, but freight as well. Removing the need for a car from our mindset is crucial to addressing the major climate and resource issues we have right now.

For some people.

Personally think public transport has its place but it doesn’t suit everyone. And it’s only effective in really dense cities where the population is packed like sardines to make it viable. That’s not my ideal future.

You look at those high density places and things like sports isn’t as viable as they don’t have the land for facilities. Then just imagine picking up the kids from school, maybe a primary and intermediate, going to the 2 different sports ground for training for 2 different kids in 2 different locations then home again… all on a bus

Then there is always a place for couriers, tradespeople, rural living, etc where public transport will never work.

My solution would be lower populations where our standard of living can be better rather than compromising to fit ever increasing people in.

 

[Rick O’Shay]

TOYOTA PROPOSES END OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES​

Toyota's Groundbreaking Ammonia-Powered Engine: A Glimpse into the Future of Sustainable Transportation

Toyota, a name synonymous with innovation in the automotive world, has once again made headlines. This time, it's not about electric vehicles (EVs) but about a pioneering ammonia-powered engine. Developed in collaboration with the Chinese state-owned manufacturer GAC Group, this engine might just be the game-changer the industry needs.

What is an Ammonia Engine?

An ammonia engine is a type of internal combustion engine that uses ammonia as its primary fuel. The beauty of ammonia lies in its composition: one nitrogen atom and three hydrogen atoms, with no carbon atoms. This means that when burned, it doesn't release carbon dioxide, a major greenhouse gas. The potential of such an engine is immense, especially in our collective quest to reduce carbon footprints.

Why is it Important?

The global push towards sustainable energy solutions has led to a surge in EVs. However, Toyota believes in diversifying its approach. The ammonia engine offers a promising alternative, especially when considering its high energy density. This makes it ideal for sectors where efficient energy storage and transportation are crucial, such as in transportation and power generation.

Moreover, ammonia is abundantly available. Its production primarily involves hydrogen and nitrogen, both of which are plentiful in our atmosphere. This makes ammonia engines not only environmentally friendly but also potentially cost-effective in the long run.

The theory is good but a lot of work to do. Ammonia is ultra toxic and corrosive. Complete powertrain design would be required. I read an article a while ago on it's proposed use for shipping and heavy transport where by those industries are already geared up for toxic substances. Less efficient than a fossil fuel engine so would need a very high ignition source similar to a two stroke diesel.

 

[MaybeTop8]

For some people.

Personally think public transport has its place but it doesn’t suit everyone. And it’s only effective in really dense cities where the population is packed like sardines to make it viable. That’s not my ideal future.

You look at those high density places and things like sports isn’t as viable as they don’t have the land for facilities. Then just imagine picking up the kids from school, maybe a primary and intermediate, going to the 2 different sports ground for training for 2 different kids in 2 different locations then home again… all on a bus

Then there is always a place for couriers, tradespeople, rural living, etc where public transport will never work.

My solution would be lower populations where our standard of living can be better rather than compromising to fit ever increasing people in.

Lower populations 100% agree

 

[Worried2Death]

This seems like a bad sign if the fish are starving from environmental degradation rather than some other cause.

Milky white flesh in snapper can be eaten but raises concerns fish are starving

With the unofficial start of summer kicking off this weekend, fishers are encouraged to look out for the milky white flesh in fish and report what they see.

i.stuff.co.nz

 

[miket12]

Toyota are reporting that within four years they will be producing EV’s with solid state batteries able to travel 1,200km per charge and be capable of being recharged in less than 10 minutes. If they can achieve that, I would be the first time I would consider a full EV and not a PHEV.

 

[Noitall]

Toyota are reporting that within four years they will be producing EV’s with solid state batteries able to travel 1,200km per charge and be capable of being recharged in less than 10 minutes. If they can achieve that, I would be the first time I would consider a full EV and not a PHEV.

Would need your salary to buy one too.

 

[juju]

TOYOTA PROPOSES END OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES​

Toyota's Groundbreaking Ammonia-Powered Engine: A Glimpse into the Future of Sustainable Transportation

Toyota, a name synonymous with innovation in the automotive world, has once again made headlines. This time, it's not about electric vehicles (EVs) but about a pioneering ammonia-powered engine. Developed in collaboration with the Chinese state-owned manufacturer GAC Group, this engine might just be the game-changer the industry needs.

What is an Ammonia Engine?

An ammonia engine is a type of internal combustion engine that uses ammonia as its primary fuel. The beauty of ammonia lies in its composition: one nitrogen atom and three hydrogen atoms, with no carbon atoms. This means that when burned, it doesn't release carbon dioxide, a major greenhouse gas. The potential of such an engine is immense, especially in our collective quest to reduce carbon footprints.

Why is it Important?

The global push towards sustainable energy solutions has led to a surge in EVs. However, Toyota believes in diversifying its approach. The ammonia engine offers a promising alternative, especially when considering its high energy density. This makes it ideal for sectors where efficient energy storage and transportation are crucial, such as in transportation and power generation.

Moreover, ammonia is abundantly available. Its production primarily involves hydrogen and nitrogen, both of which are plentiful in our atmosphere. This makes ammonia engines not only environmentally friendly but also potentially cost-effective in the long run.

I'll get one when Skoda do one.

 

[miket12]

Would need your salary to buy one too.

Given the downturn I've experienced this year, pretty much everyone will be able to buy one in that case.

 

[miket12]

I'll get one when Skoda do one.

The first job I had was in the offices of one of NZ's largest architectural firms. CAD for only just appearing in NZ so all of the plans were hand drawn using draughting machines on tracing paper. My job, as the office junior, was to print off all the plans for multistorey buildings. At first, the printing machine used paper coated with a yellow coloured light sensitive finish. A strong bulb would burn off all the yellow except where there was writing, lines, etc. on the tracing paper then it would go into a solution which turned the yellow coating black.

They replaced this machine with one that was ammonia based and it was the ammonia which turned the light sensitive finish a dark bluish colour. After using that printer in a confined space with ammonia coming out from it, it pretty much destroyed my sense of smell. That's caused me to have a strong dislike for ammonia, so I think I'[d pass on an ammonia powered car.

 

[MrFrankWhite]

My solution would be lower populations where our standard of living can be better rather than compromising to fit ever increasing people in.

Fucking what.

And how pray tell is *lowering* the popularity achieved?

 

[wizard of Tauranga]

Fucking what.

And how pray tell is *lowering* the popularity achieved?

Not lowering - having a lower population (ie not massive immigration)

Subtle difference.

 

[Worried2Death]

Fucking what.

And how pray tell is *lowering* the popularity achieved?

The great cull? Some of these guys are scarier than Klaus Scwab.

 

[Worried2Death]

Not lowering - having a lower population (ie not massive immigration)

Subtle difference.

So you didn't mean lowering the global population to sustainable levels somehow, phew

 

[WahsaurusRex]

So you didn't mean lowering the global population to sustainable levels somehow, phew

 

[Inruin]

So you didn't mean lowering the global population to sustainable levels somehow, phew

If the world is serious about climate change then population control has to be part of the discussion doesn't it?

 

[Worried2Death]

If the world is serious about climate change then population control has to be part of the discussion doesn't it?

Yeah it should be, but from projections I've seen the global pop is expected to peak at 9 billion, then level off and drop back as a natural consequence of first world problems. Not sure if any further action is needed.

 

[BabylonPink]

Yeah we should like issue like... child birth rights... like only wealthy people or good citizens can reproduce....
ACTUALLY
logans run style , just a big lottery and all the old people die....