When You Can’t Deny Climate Change Anymore, Just Defund the Weather Service
Aru Shiney-Ajay, Executive Director of the Sunrise Movement, joins the show to discuss the devastating flash floods in Central Texas that have killed at least 121 people and left over 160 still missing. The barrage of extreme weather disasters totaling 5 this month alone comes as federal climate agencies tasked with responding to crises are as gutted as ever by Trump and w/ DOGE. Shiney-Ajay breaks down the widespread fossil fuel industry corruption behind the climate crisis and how the Texas floods are a sign of more catastrophe to come.
Meanwhile in Northern Africa
Turning a desert into an oasis: Maroccan scientists transform fog into drinking water • FRANCE 24
In Morocco, giant nets capture fog to provide drinking water to villages affected by extreme drought. Installed at over 1,200 meters above sea level, these collectors gather 37,000 liters per day, transforming the lives of nearly 1,000 residents. An innovative, sustainable, and unique project that effectively combats water scarcity. J. Ben Brahim and L. Chaussay from France2 explain.
