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EJ Elena Shin

EJ Elena Shin

Climate Science 101: Why Carbon Matters (more than other GHGs like Methane)?

Climate Science 101: Why Carbon Matters (more than other GHGs like Methane)?

Hi All, Today, I wanted to discuss why scientists are obsessed with reducing carbon (CO2) from the atmosphere despite there are many other toxic greenhouse gases in the air - not to mention water vaper (H20) being the biggest heat-trapping gas in fact. The short answer is two-fold: 1) CO2

Climate Science 101: What is Climate Change?

Climate Science 101: What is Climate Change?

Hi All, Today, I wanted to have a deep-dive into ‘climate change.’ I will not bore you with the obvious and the list of recent record-breaking heatwaves, wildfires, and hurricanes, which led to significant loss of life, property damage, and economic disruption. Still, please bear with me as I believe

START HERE: Conscious Living.

START HERE: Conscious Living.

Hi Folks, I believe it is sufficient to say that it is only fair that I share a part of my story so that you understand where I am coming from and decide for yourself if you want to further explore what I have to say here. I hate wasting

Leadership | How to lead - David Rubenstein (2020) - Part I

Leadership | How to lead - David Rubenstein (2020) - Part I

🐵 I. One-sentence summary: In his book "How to Lead," David Rubenstein shares insights from his interviews with some of the most successful leaders in business, politics, and philanthropy. The book is divided into three sections, each focused on a different aspect of leadership: vision, strategy, and execution. If

Climate Science 101: Earth Carrying Capacity

Climate Science 101: Earth Carrying Capacity

Hi Folks, Today, I wanted to talk about the notion of ‘Population and Earth’s carrying capacity’ and why it is so important for us to care about the environment + biodiversity and to be mindful of the current economic growth model. Here is an interesting thought - the Earth does

Growth | Homo Sapiens - Yuval Noah Harari (2011)

Growth | Homo Sapiens - Yuval Noah Harari (2011)

🐵 I. One-sentence summary: "Homo Sapiens" by Yuval Noah Harari is a comprehensive and thought-provoking examination of the evolution and history of the human species, exploring the key turning points that have shaped our world and our way of life i.e. becoming the dominant species on this planet

Growth | Cosmos - Carl Sagan (1980)

Growth | Cosmos - Carl Sagan (1980)

🐵 I. One-sentence summary: "Cosmos" explores the history of scientific discovery, the mysteries of the universe, and humanity's place within it. This book inspired me to write this blog post entitled 'Cosmos.' and I hope you enjoy the book and docu-series by Carl Sagan. Let