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• Tsunami-Me.mp3
• Tsunami-Me.mp4

Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai in Tonga was the last
Lituya Bay, Alaska, USA was the largest
Wanna bet… you ain’t seen nothing yet?

[Verse 1]
Can’t I see the tsunami
Coming straight at me
First there’s more shore (for sure)
But just an allure I won’t endure

[Chorus]
Man’s quake
Causing the Earth to shake
The way Men behave
Cause a tidal wave
An institution
Of destruction

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Human activity
Is going to be the death of me
Again, tragedy
For you and me (all humanity)

[Chorus]
Man’s quake
Causing the Earth to shake
The way Men behave
Cause a tidal wave
An institution
Of destruction

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Piano]

[Bridge]
Drill and fill
Fill and drill
Pump and lump
Lumps and pumps
Burn, baby burn
Never learn

[Chorus]
Man’s quake
Causing the Earth to shake
The way Men behave
Cause a tidal wave
An institution
Of destruction

[Outro]
Hey! Lituya Bay
Coming our way
Tango in Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai

A SCIENCE NOTE
Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai in Tonga was the last
Lituya Bay, Alaska, USA was the largest
Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai in Tonga: the last tsunami was on January 15, 2022, a major explosive eruption from Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai in Tonga occurred. The volcano began actively erupting on Dec 20, 2021. The eruption generated a tsunami observed throughout the Pacific Ocean basin.
Lituya Bay, Alaska, USA: July 9, 1958 Its over 1,700-foot wave was the largest ever recorded for a tsunami. It inundated five square miles of land and cleared hundreds of thousands of trees.

The song “Tsunami Me” uses the powerful imagery of a tsunami to metaphorically address the impact of climate change, particularly focusing on human-induced environmental destruction. Here’s an interpretation of the song’s lyrics:

Intro

• Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai in Tonga was the last: Refers to the recent and notable volcanic eruption and subsequent tsunami in Tonga.
• Lituya Bay, Alaska, USA was the largest: Refers to the 1958 Lituya Bay megatsunami, one of the largest recorded tsunamis.
• Wanna bet… you ain’t seen nothing yet?: Suggests that despite these historical events, the worst is yet to come due to ongoing human activities.

Verse 1

• Can’t I see the tsunami / Coming straight at me: Expresses the feeling of impending disaster that is visible but unavoidable.
• First there’s more shore (for sure) / But just an allure I won’t endure: Describes the deceptive calm before the tsunami hits, similar to the way climate change effects may seem distant but are inevitable and devastating.

Chorus

• Man’s quake / Causing the Earth to shake: Human actions (like industrial activities) are causing significant environmental disturbances.
• The way Men behave / Cause a tidal wave: Human behavior and activities are directly leading to catastrophic consequences.
• An institution / Of destruction: Critiques the systemic and institutional nature of environmental degradation.

Verse 2

• Human activity / Is going to be the death of me / Again, tragedy / For you and me (all humanity): Highlights that human actions are leading to repeated tragedies affecting everyone.

Bridge

• Drill and fill / Fill and drill / Pump and lump / Lumps and pumps / Burn, baby burn / Never learn: Lists destructive activities (oil drilling, resource extraction, burning fossil fuels) and criticizes the lack of learning or change in behavior despite the consequences.

Outro

• Hey! Lituya Bay / Coming our way: Draws a parallel between past events like the Lituya Bay tsunami and potential future disasters.
• Tango in Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai: Continues the metaphor, suggesting that more disasters like the Tonga eruption are imminent.

Overall, the song uses the metaphor of a tsunami, which is a sudden and overwhelming force, to illustrate the looming and escalating impacts of climate change driven by human actions. The repeated references to real historical tsunamis emphasize the severity and inevitability of the consequences if current behaviors continue unchecked.

From the album “Right Now” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

• Move-Meant__Not-in-My-Backyard-I.mp3
• Move-Meant__Not-in-My-Backyard-I.mp4
• Move-Meant__Not-in-My-Backyard-II.mp3
• Move-Meant__Not-in-My-Backyard-II.mp4

[Verse 1]
The movement of the music
Is taking me forward
… taking me onward
Move meant
Movement

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
The movement of the people
Moving me to action
Satisfaction
Move meant
Movement

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Chorus]
Jump on in
And swim
Ride the wave
To save
Our enclave

[Bridge]
Our neighbors’
Policy of destruction
Favors
Education reduction
Evolution’s
Deconstruction
Move meant
Movement

[Instrumental, Piano Solo, Bass]

[Verse 3]
Pretty much everything you do
Ruins my view
Yearn to burn and spew
Really stinks… P U

[Chorus]
Jump on in
And swim
Ride the wave
To save
Our enclave

[Bridge]
Our neighbors’
Policy of destruction
Favors
Education reduction
Evolution’s
Deconstruction
Move meant
Movement

[Outro]
Move meant
Movement

A SCIENCE NOTE
How do our neighbors’ activities influence climate change in my backyard?

The activities of your neighbors, both local and global, can significantly influence climate change in your area, affecting everything from air quality to weather patterns. Here’s how these activities contribute to climate change and impact your local environment:

Local Contributions

1. Vehicle Emissions: Cars and trucks emit greenhouse gases (GHGs) like carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx). These emissions contribute to global warming and local air pollution, affecting respiratory health and increasing ground-level ozone.
2. Residential Heating and Cooling: The use of fossil fuels for heating in winter and cooling in summer releases CO2 and other pollutants. Energy-efficient practices and the use of renewable energy can mitigate these effects.
3. Land Use and Deforestation: Cutting down trees for construction or agriculture reduces carbon sequestration capacity, leading to higher CO2 levels in the atmosphere. Green spaces act as carbon sinks, and their reduction exacerbates climate change.
4. Agricultural Practices: Use of fertilizers and pesticides, as well as methane emissions from livestock, contribute to GHG emissions. Sustainable farming practices can help reduce these emissions.

Regional and Global Contributions

1. Industrial Activities: Factories and power plants in neighboring regions can release large amounts of GHGs and pollutants, which can travel long distances through the atmosphere, affecting your local air quality and contributing to global warming.
2. Energy Production: The reliance on fossil fuels for electricity in nearby areas increases CO2 emissions. Regional shifts towards renewable energy sources can help mitigate climate change.
3. Deforestation and Land Use Changes: Large-scale deforestation in other regions, such as the Amazon rainforest, reduces the planet’s overall capacity to absorb CO2, exacerbating global warming and affecting climate patterns worldwide.
4. Transboundary Pollution: Pollutants released in one area can be carried by winds and currents to other regions, impacting air and water quality far from their source. For example, industrial pollutants can cause acid rain, which affects ecosystems and agriculture.

Collective Impact and Responsibility

• Cumulative Effect: Individual actions may seem small, but collectively, they add up. The combined effect of local and regional emissions contributes significantly to global GHG levels, influencing climate change.
• Policy and Regulation: Governments and communities can adopt policies that promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, and conservation. These measures can help mitigate climate change and protect local environments.

Personal and Community Actions

• Reducing Carbon Footprint: By using energy-efficient appliances, reducing car travel, recycling, and supporting renewable energy, individuals can help reduce their own carbon footprint and influence others to do the same.
• Community Initiatives: Local initiatives like tree planting, creating green spaces, and promoting public transportation can have a positive impact on the local environment and contribute to global climate goals.

The activities of your neighbors, both near and far, play a crucial role in influencing climate change in your backyard. By understanding these connections, communities can work together to adopt sustainable practices and policies that mitigate climate change and protect the environment.

From the album “Right Now” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

• Sea-Responsibility.mp3
• Sea-Responsibility.mp4

[Verse 1]
Can’t you see
Your responsibility
You’re clearly
Killing you and me

[Chorus]
After all,
It’s maritime law
If you pollute the root
Sea the see, stop the loot

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Time for you halt
What is your fault
Internationally,
The sea is free

[Chorus]
After all,
It’s maritime law
If you pollute the root
Sea the see, stop the loot

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Bridge]
Unanimous opinion
Rules on nature’s dominion
International court
Ordered document
Anthropogenic
Sick, sick, sick

[Chorus]
After all,
It’s maritime law
If you pollute the root
Sea the see, stop the loot

[Outro]
Can’t you see
Your responsibility
You’re clearly
Killing me

A SCIENCE NOTE
On May 21, 2024, the top maritime court declared that states have a legal duty to cut greenhouse emissions, marking a significant moment for climate justice. The international tribunal for the law of the sea (ITLOS) stated that greenhouse gases are pollutants damaging the marine environment, and that states have a legal responsibility to control them. Wealthy nations, the court decided, must reduce their emissions more rapidly than developing countries.

This advisory opinion on climate change was issued by ITLOS, which is responsible for interpreting and upholding the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), an international treaty representing 169 countries. It is the first time an international court has issued such a document.

In its unanimous opinion, the tribunal stated that the oceans are warming and becoming more acidic due to carbon dioxide emissions from human activities. This results in harm to marine life and resources, hazards to human health, and hindrances to marine activities such as fishing. The tribunal concluded that anthropogenic greenhouse gases are a form of pollution, and that states that have signed the convention are legally required to prevent, reduce, and control it “by all means necessary.”

Regrettably,  the USA is not a signatory to UNCLOS (UN law of sea).

New Economics

Anthropogenic climate change is an exponential component of an unordered system (chaos theory). Climate change is primarily driven by the escalation of thermal energy affecting biogeophysical and socio-economic systems. While biogeophysical factors can be studied using math, physics, and historical records, socio-economic systems pose greater challenges due to the unpredictable consequences of human behavior and inexplicable consumer choices, exacerbating tipping points and feedback loops.

The Age of Loss and Damage is a new way of thinking about economics by combining economics, climate science, statistics, and physics. Until now, economic models have been unfit to capture the full extent of climate damage. Traditionally, “integrated assessment models” (IAMs) were used to forecast “shock” events. IAMs use “quadratic function” to calculate GDP losses by squaring the temperature change, yet ignore other methods (such as the exponential function) that are better suited for rapid change. “Climate change is fundamentally different to other shocks because once it has hit, it doesn’t go away,” said Thierry Philipponnat, author of a report by Finance Watch, a Brussels-based public interest NGO on financial issues. “And if the fundamental assumption is flawed, all the rest makes little sense — if any.”

Unfortunately, even scientists are failing to see, let alone forecast, the rapid acceleration in climate change. Due to their complexity, the impacts of the Domino Effect are being underestimated. The Domino Effect is also known as “tipping cascades” in climate science. Cascading impacts in relation to tipping points include cascading impacts across biogeophysical and social systems. Until recently, scientist have been drastically underestimating the social-ecological systems. The University of Exeter reports, “There is a notable lack of topic clusters dedicated to how humans will be impacted by climate-related tipping cascades.” 2023 was a wake-up call to social-ecological scientists. The record breaking physical and economical impacts could be felt worldwide. The record warming year was seventeen times greater than any other record increase in history. Typically, record-breaking temperatures are measured in 100th degrees. There were also 200 consecutive days of record-breaking temperatures. Usually, there are one or two record breaking days in a row. The increase in intensity and frequency of record-breaking heat requires forecasting models to be recast.

As flow velocities go up due to climate change, force and damage scale as square of the velocities.

Reuters reported, “Critics say this (IAMs) choice is doomed to underplay the likely impact – particularly if the planet hits environmental tipping points in which damage is not only irreversible but happens at an ever-accelerating rate.” Thierry Philipponnat’s report, Finance in a Hot House World, concludes: “Climate risk is growing to disruptive levels throughout the financial system and the guardians of financial stability urgently need to adapt their tools to regain control.” The report calls for economic models that do not mislead, scenario analyses that prepare the market, and a new prudential tool to address the build-up of systemic climate risk.

Traditional economics is based upon the “costs and benefits” to society. Since there are no known long-term benefits of climate change to society, the Age of Loss and Damage economics focuses on the exponential costs of climate change to society.

Loss and damage litigation against oil companies and governments will change world economics.

— from The Age of Loss and Damage / Brouse (2023)

From the album “Right Now” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

• Severe-Turbulence.mp3
• Severe-Turbulence.mp4

[Verse 1]
Poor Singapore
One passenger no more
No doubt thrown about
Onto heaven’s route

[Chorus]
Severe turbulence
Increase your insurance
Growing odds
A visit with God

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Singapore, no more
Business as before
Tossed like a baby-doll
First up, then the fall

[Chorus]
Severe turbulence
Increase your insurance
Growing odds
A visit with God

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Bass]

[Bridge]
Hit the ceiling
Left reeling
Now conceding
Profuse bleeding
Tossed and torn
I tried to warn…

[Chorus]
Severe turbulence
Increase your insurance
Growing odds
A visit with God

[Outro]
Fly high
Risk to die

A SCIENCE NOTE
In the air, the increasing mass of the rain will intensify wind turbulence. Professor Paul D. Williams of the University of Reading, UK, said, “Turbulence is chaotic (chaos theory). Turbulence is known famously as the hardest problem in physics.” In their study Evidence for Large Increases in Clear-Air Turbulence Over the Past Four Decades, Prof. Williams and his team found “Climate change has caused turbulence to double in the last 40 years” and is expected to double or triple again in the next decades.

The impact of intensified turbulence is becoming increasingly evident. On May 20, 2024, a Singapore Airlines flight from London Heathrow to Singapore made headlines when severe turbulence caused one passenger’s death and left many others injured. This incident underscores the growing risks associated with climate change-induced turbulence and highlights the urgent need for the aviation industry to adapt to these new challenges.

The increasing frequency and intensity of clear-air turbulence pose significant concerns for flight safety and passenger comfort. As global temperatures rise, changes in atmospheric dynamics are expected to create more unstable air masses, leading to a higher occurrence of turbulence. This not only affects flight safety but also has economic implications for airlines, including increased fuel consumption and maintenance costs due to turbulent flights. Addressing these challenges requires ongoing research, improved forecasting models, and enhanced safety protocols to mitigate the effects of climate change on aviation.

From the album “Right Now” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

• Thundercloud.mp3
• Thundercloud.mp4

(Oh, my!)
We’d better take cover

[Verse 1]
Moisture infiltration (saturation)
Enhanced convection (connection)
Menacing looking (shocking!)
Looking menacing (shocking!)

[Chorus]
Mother shouts out-loud
Thundercloud (the crowed cowed)
The crowd cowed (Thundercloud)

[Bridge]
Thundercloud!
(Hail hail)
Blunder in thunder
(Hail Hail)
Frightening in lightning
(Fail, fail)

[Verse 2]
Higher temperature (for sure)
Increased moisture (more, more)
After where that heat’s been
We’re in for a wind whoppin’

[Chorus]
Mother shouts out-loud
Thundercloud (the crowed cowed)
The crowd cowed (Thundercloud)

[Bridge]
Thundercloud!
(Hail hail)
Blunder in thunder
(Hail Hail)
Frightening in lightning
(Fail, fail)

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Saxophone, Bass]

[Bridge 2]
Ominous cumulonimbus
Can hear it coming
A mile away
Thundercloud
Can see you looming
Reign on my day
… on our parade
Send aid

[Chorus]
Mother shouts out-loud
Thundercloud (the crowed cowed)
The crowd cowed (Thundercloud)

[Bridge]
Thundercloud!
(Hail hail)
Blunder in thunder
(Hail Hail)
Frightening in lightning
(Fail, fail)

[Outro]
Thundercloud!
(Hail hail)
Thundercloud!
(Hail hail)

A SCIENCE NOTE
“Cumulonimbus clouds are menacing looking multi-level clouds, extending high into the sky in towers or plumes. More commonly known as thunderclouds, cumulonimbus is the only cloud type that can produce hail, thunder and lightning.” (Meteorological Office Government of the UK)

Climate change is having several significant impacts on cumulonimbus clouds, which are the towering, anvil-shaped clouds associated with thunderstorms and severe weather. These impacts stem from changes in atmospheric dynamics, moisture content, and temperature patterns. Here are the key ways in which climate change is affecting cumulonimbus clouds:

1. Increased Intensity and Frequency of Thunderstorms:

• Warmer Atmosphere: A warmer atmosphere can hold more moisture, leading to more intense thunderstorms. As temperatures rise, the amount of water vapor in the air increases, providing more fuel for the formation of cumulonimbus clouds.
• Enhanced Convection: Higher temperatures can lead to stronger convection currents, as warm air rises more vigorously. This results in more powerful updrafts within cumulonimbus clouds, which can enhance their vertical development and increase the likelihood of severe weather events such as heavy rainfall, hail, and tornadoes.

2. Changes in Cloud Dynamics and Structure:

• Higher Cloud Tops: With more energy available in the atmosphere, cumulonimbus clouds can grow taller. Higher cloud tops mean more intense thunderstorms, as the potential for severe weather phenomena such as lightning, hail, and heavy rain increases with the height of the cloud.
• Larger Anvils: The anvil tops of cumulonimbus clouds, which form when the rising air reaches the stable layer of the stratosphere and spreads out, may become larger and more pronounced. This is a result of increased vertical development and stronger upper-level winds that can spread the cloud tops over a larger area.

3. Increased Moisture Content:

• Enhanced Precipitation: As the atmosphere warms, it can hold more moisture. This leads to an increase in the amount of precipitation produced by cumulonimbus clouds. More intense rainfall events are becoming more common, contributing to flooding and other related impacts.
• Heavier Downpours: The increased moisture content in the atmosphere means that when cumulonimbus clouds do form, they have the potential to release more water in shorter periods. This can lead to heavier downpours and flash flooding.

4. Impact on Severe Weather Patterns:

• More Frequent and Severe Thunderstorms: The increase in available moisture and atmospheric instability due to climate change can lead to more frequent and severe thunderstorms. This is particularly evident in regions that are already prone to such weather patterns.
• Hail and Tornadoes: The conditions that favor the formation of hail and tornadoes—strong updrafts, significant moisture, and atmospheric instability—are likely to become more common as the climate warms. This means that cumulonimbus clouds may produce more severe hailstorms and tornadoes.

5. Regional Variations:

• Changes in Storm Tracks: Climate change can alter the typical paths that weather systems follow, affecting where cumulonimbus clouds and associated severe weather events are most likely to occur. Some regions may see an increase in thunderstorm activity, while others might experience a decrease.
• Seasonal Shifts: The timing of severe weather seasons may shift, with some areas experiencing earlier or later onset of conditions conducive to cumulonimbus cloud formation and severe thunderstorms.

Scientific Observations and Projections:

• Empirical Evidence: Observations have shown trends toward more intense and frequent heavy rainfall events, which are often associated with cumulonimbus clouds. Studies also indicate changes in the frequency and intensity of severe weather events linked to climate change.
• Climate Models: Models project that as global temperatures continue to rise, the impacts on cumulonimbus clouds will become more pronounced. These models suggest an increase in the intensity and frequency of severe weather events driven by enhanced atmospheric moisture and instability.

Climate change is influencing cumulonimbus clouds by increasing their intensity, altering their dynamics and structure, and enhancing the moisture content in the atmosphere. These changes contribute to more frequent and severe thunderstorms, heavier rainfall, and a greater likelihood of severe weather phenomena such as hail and tornadoes.

From the album “Right Now” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment