D McEwen
@dmacsyd.bsky.social
Born 326.4ppm. Thought leader, author, emissions reduction & climate resilience project delivery. @ap4ca Submissions & Policy team lead. Father & husband.
What do a book from my childhood, an episode of Kath and Kim, and a Pixar classic have in common? They all taught me something about resilience. My latest, published by Illuminem. What are you doing to build resilience in your communities? illuminem.com/illuminemvoi...
November 6, 2025 at 7:26 PM
What do a book from my childhood, an episode of Kath and Kim, and a Pixar classic have in common? They all taught me something about resilience. My latest, published by Illuminem. What are you doing to build resilience in your communities? illuminem.com/illuminemvoi...
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The Luxon government guts New Zealand's once world-leading climate disclosure law.
#ClimateCrisis
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
#ClimateCrisis
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
New Zealand guts climate policy it bragged about on the world stage
The law was once held up internationally as a model of transparency. The government just weakened it.
www.rnz.co.nz
October 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Luxon government guts New Zealand's once world-leading climate disclosure law.
#ClimateCrisis
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
#ClimateCrisis
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
More thoughts from me about the inadequacy of local and international climate policy. People have no idea what is coming because governments have chosen to hide behind comforting words and dangerous concepts. www.linkedin.com/posts/david-...
October 13, 2025 at 7:10 PM
More thoughts from me about the inadequacy of local and international climate policy. People have no idea what is coming because governments have chosen to hide behind comforting words and dangerous concepts. www.linkedin.com/posts/david-...
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"A paperweight not a playbook". What will govt do in response to future climate disasters/costs? @dmacsyd.bsky.social analysis to the National Adaption Plan #NAP
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The dog ate my homework! The missing pieces of the climate plan - Michael West
The recently released 'National Adaption Plan' of how to manage risks and combat climate change is high on rhetoric and short on substance.
michaelwest.com.au
October 1, 2025 at 9:52 PM
"A paperweight not a playbook". What will govt do in response to future climate disasters/costs? @dmacsyd.bsky.social analysis to the National Adaption Plan #NAP
#auspol
michaelwest.com.au/the-dog-ate-...
#auspol
michaelwest.com.au/the-dog-ate-...
When I read government reports, they’re often word soups that initially sound well thought out and convincing. But I look for what’s not there. And I found a lot missing in the National Adaptation Plan, as I relate in my latest for @michaelwestbiz.bsky.social: michaelwest.com.au/the-dog-ate-...
October 1, 2025 at 7:45 PM
When I read government reports, they’re often word soups that initially sound well thought out and convincing. But I look for what’s not there. And I found a lot missing in the National Adaptation Plan, as I relate in my latest for @michaelwestbiz.bsky.social: michaelwest.com.au/the-dog-ate-...
Here’s my take on this week’s national climate risk assessment. I’ve chosen to take a somewhat different angle from much of the other commentary I’ve seen. michaelwest.com.au/climate-risk...
Climate risk report is old news. Australia needs transition ... to reality - Michael West
The National Climate Risk Assessment, released this week, has made headlines, but adds little to all the other such reports of recent decades
michaelwest.com.au
September 17, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Here’s my take on this week’s national climate risk assessment. I’ve chosen to take a somewhat different angle from much of the other commentary I’ve seen. michaelwest.com.au/climate-risk...
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NEW STUDY: How much CO2 can we safely store in geological formations?
In a new @nature.com study, we cross-check established academic and industry estimates with various risk factors.
We find a prudent geological CO2 storage limit that is about 10x smaller. /1
In a new @nature.com study, we cross-check established academic and industry estimates with various risk factors.
We find a prudent geological CO2 storage limit that is about 10x smaller. /1
September 3, 2025 at 3:39 PM
NEW STUDY: How much CO2 can we safely store in geological formations?
In a new @nature.com study, we cross-check established academic and industry estimates with various risk factors.
We find a prudent geological CO2 storage limit that is about 10x smaller. /1
In a new @nature.com study, we cross-check established academic and industry estimates with various risk factors.
We find a prudent geological CO2 storage limit that is about 10x smaller. /1
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Aaaand the Albanese Government has approved its first fossil fuel expansion of the new term.
We're all (legitimately) focussed on genocide, while governments like ours are actively pursuing a policy of omnicide.
How nice to have a stinking parliamentary majority and use it for ecocide.
We're all (legitimately) focussed on genocide, while governments like ours are actively pursuing a policy of omnicide.
How nice to have a stinking parliamentary majority and use it for ecocide.
September 2, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Aaaand the Albanese Government has approved its first fossil fuel expansion of the new term.
We're all (legitimately) focussed on genocide, while governments like ours are actively pursuing a policy of omnicide.
How nice to have a stinking parliamentary majority and use it for ecocide.
We're all (legitimately) focussed on genocide, while governments like ours are actively pursuing a policy of omnicide.
How nice to have a stinking parliamentary majority and use it for ecocide.
I was curious about what proportion of emissions produced by Chevron’s giant Gorgon gas plant is captured by its $3.5 billion carbon capture and storage system. The answer? About 1% michaelwest.com.au/chevron-carb...
Carbon Capture fractions. A corporate con-job on the taxpayer dime - Michael West
Australia’s best-known Carbon Capture & Storage plant run by Chevron captures a fraction of the total emissions it generates.
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September 1, 2025 at 10:53 PM
I was curious about what proportion of emissions produced by Chevron’s giant Gorgon gas plant is captured by its $3.5 billion carbon capture and storage system. The answer? About 1% michaelwest.com.au/chevron-carb...
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Motherfucking wind farms…
July 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Motherfucking wind farms…
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Powerful finding in this concise & punchy report. Over 90% of UK business professionals surveyed believe businesses should align with the principles of Doughnut Economics - but most massively underestimate how many of their peers also do. @jenimiles.bsky.social www.jenimiles.com/research/pos...
July 20, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Powerful finding in this concise & punchy report. Over 90% of UK business professionals surveyed believe businesses should align with the principles of Doughnut Economics - but most massively underestimate how many of their peers also do. @jenimiles.bsky.social www.jenimiles.com/research/pos...
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Stunning video montage of just the last two weeks on our dangerously overheating home planet, from the excellent team at @weareyellowdot.bsky.social.
It can be hard to keep up with the #climate 💩 that’s happening but this really helps.
It can be hard to keep up with the #climate 💩 that’s happening but this really helps.
Meanwhile, everywhere: "Things aren't just getting worse. They are getting worse faster."
The Extreme Weather Report, Jun 26, 2025.
The Extreme Weather Report, Jun 26, 2025.
June 26, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Stunning video montage of just the last two weeks on our dangerously overheating home planet, from the excellent team at @weareyellowdot.bsky.social.
It can be hard to keep up with the #climate 💩 that’s happening but this really helps.
It can be hard to keep up with the #climate 💩 that’s happening but this really helps.
Did you know 17% of Australia’s local climate pollution comes from gas extraction and coal mines? With Energy Australia agreeing with the EU that carbon offsets are bogus, yet the Safeguard Mechanism allowing unlimited use, it seems we have a problem…
www.parentsforclimate.org/key_facts_ab...
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Key Facts About Australian Fossil Fuels
When it comes to fossil fuels and climate change, clear and accurate information matters—especially for parents concerned about their children’s future. Decisions based on incomplete facts, assumption...
www.parentsforclimate.org
June 29, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Did you know 17% of Australia’s local climate pollution comes from gas extraction and coal mines? With Energy Australia agreeing with the EU that carbon offsets are bogus, yet the Safeguard Mechanism allowing unlimited use, it seems we have a problem…
www.parentsforclimate.org/key_facts_ab...
www.parentsforclimate.org/key_facts_ab...
Spoke to 200+ corporate sustainability & governance folks today on behalf of @parentsforclimate.bsky.social Good panel and clear agreement from all that companies must focus on genuine emissions reduction across their value chains. Details below
June 17, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Spoke to 200+ corporate sustainability & governance folks today on behalf of @parentsforclimate.bsky.social Good panel and clear agreement from all that companies must focus on genuine emissions reduction across their value chains. Details below
When do we reach “net zero”? Not when someone’s offset spreadsheet claims we have. Actually, it’s when atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases stabilise (stop increasing). Every day we delay take us closer to natural tipping points.
June 16, 2025 at 9:37 PM
When do we reach “net zero”? Not when someone’s offset spreadsheet claims we have. Actually, it’s when atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases stabilise (stop increasing). Every day we delay take us closer to natural tipping points.
Australia’s gas and coal extraction facilities (wells, LNG processing and mines) produce 17% of our local climate pollution *before* any of the stuff is burnt in export markets (where most of it goes) or here at home.
June 13, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Australia’s gas and coal extraction facilities (wells, LNG processing and mines) produce 17% of our local climate pollution *before* any of the stuff is burnt in export markets (where most of it goes) or here at home.
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At 4C scientists predict 90% of the world’s population could die.
We’re on track to hit 4C within our childrens’ lifetimes.
7,000,000,000+ avoidable deaths.
Waiting for a journalist to ask a politician about this.
We’re on track to hit 4C within our childrens’ lifetimes.
7,000,000,000+ avoidable deaths.
Waiting for a journalist to ask a politician about this.
June 8, 2025 at 6:49 PM
At 4C scientists predict 90% of the world’s population could die.
We’re on track to hit 4C within our childrens’ lifetimes.
7,000,000,000+ avoidable deaths.
Waiting for a journalist to ask a politician about this.
We’re on track to hit 4C within our childrens’ lifetimes.
7,000,000,000+ avoidable deaths.
Waiting for a journalist to ask a politician about this.
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Australia's Coal & Gas projects account for (at least) 17%❗of domestic emissions before their climate-destroying product is even used🤯
What does your fave climate & enviro org say & do about the Albo govt's ongoing approval of Coal & Gas projects❓(31 & counting) #EOFYDonations
What does your fave climate & enviro org say & do about the Albo govt's ongoing approval of Coal & Gas projects❓(31 & counting) #EOFYDonations
In fact, gas and coal extraction facilities (wells and mines) produce 17% of Australia’s domestic emissions. Before any of it is burnt. And that’s an understatement because fugitive emissions are wildly under measured. Net zero by 2050? Yeah nah. Because offsets don’t work - Energy Australia says so
June 12, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Australia's Coal & Gas projects account for (at least) 17%❗of domestic emissions before their climate-destroying product is even used🤯
What does your fave climate & enviro org say & do about the Albo govt's ongoing approval of Coal & Gas projects❓(31 & counting) #EOFYDonations
What does your fave climate & enviro org say & do about the Albo govt's ongoing approval of Coal & Gas projects❓(31 & counting) #EOFYDonations
Fun facts from the Safeguard Mechanism 2024 data! Top three facilities by emissions. Just from the facility:
1. Chevron Gorgon 8.8 million tonnes (2% of Aus domestic total)
2. Inpex Icthys 6.7 MT (1.5%)
3. Woodside NW Shelf 6.1 MT (1.4%)
That’s 4.9% from just 3 gas giants. Before burning the gas.
1. Chevron Gorgon 8.8 million tonnes (2% of Aus domestic total)
2. Inpex Icthys 6.7 MT (1.5%)
3. Woodside NW Shelf 6.1 MT (1.4%)
That’s 4.9% from just 3 gas giants. Before burning the gas.
June 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Fun facts from the Safeguard Mechanism 2024 data! Top three facilities by emissions. Just from the facility:
1. Chevron Gorgon 8.8 million tonnes (2% of Aus domestic total)
2. Inpex Icthys 6.7 MT (1.5%)
3. Woodside NW Shelf 6.1 MT (1.4%)
That’s 4.9% from just 3 gas giants. Before burning the gas.
1. Chevron Gorgon 8.8 million tonnes (2% of Aus domestic total)
2. Inpex Icthys 6.7 MT (1.5%)
3. Woodside NW Shelf 6.1 MT (1.4%)
That’s 4.9% from just 3 gas giants. Before burning the gas.
More coverage of @parentsforclimate.bsky.social’s emphatic settlement with Australia’s fourth largest corporate emitter Energy Australia. Offsets to claim “carbon neutral” = greenwash. Genuine emissions reduction please. Climate Active reform please. www.smh.com.au/environment/...
Greenwashing is rife in Australia, but could its days be numbered?
This week’s admission from a major Australian company could mark a turning point for Australians being misled while trying to do the right thing.
www.smh.com.au
May 25, 2025 at 9:10 AM
More coverage of @parentsforclimate.bsky.social’s emphatic settlement with Australia’s fourth largest corporate emitter Energy Australia. Offsets to claim “carbon neutral” = greenwash. Genuine emissions reduction please. Climate Active reform please. www.smh.com.au/environment/...
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Hello Australia, I got a real juicy piece here for ya. Carbon offsets were created by capitalism, to protect polluted profits.
What the hell does capital do when it loses its best ever greenwashing method? I got THEORIES ->>
for @crikey.com.au
www.crikey.com.au/2025/05/23/c...
What the hell does capital do when it loses its best ever greenwashing method? I got THEORIES ->>
for @crikey.com.au
www.crikey.com.au/2025/05/23/c...
May 24, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Hello Australia, I got a real juicy piece here for ya. Carbon offsets were created by capitalism, to protect polluted profits.
What the hell does capital do when it loses its best ever greenwashing method? I got THEORIES ->>
for @crikey.com.au
www.crikey.com.au/2025/05/23/c...
What the hell does capital do when it loses its best ever greenwashing method? I got THEORIES ->>
for @crikey.com.au
www.crikey.com.au/2025/05/23/c...
@parentsforclimate.bsky.social settled its legal action with 4th largest corporate emitter Energy Australia over its Go Neutral power and gas plans. Check out the company’s stunning admissions in its full statement. Consumer apologies have also been issued. www.energyaustralia.com.au/about-us/med...
www.energyaustralia.com.au
May 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
@parentsforclimate.bsky.social settled its legal action with 4th largest corporate emitter Energy Australia over its Go Neutral power and gas plans. Check out the company’s stunning admissions in its full statement. Consumer apologies have also been issued. www.energyaustralia.com.au/about-us/med...
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Ridiculously important case - @parentsforclimate.bsky.social are taking one of Australia's worst polluters to court for claiming "carbon neutral" power supply
Fundamentally, one of the worst lies of the fossil fuel industry in recent years, enabled by the for-profit carbon offsetting industry.
Fundamentally, one of the worst lies of the fossil fuel industry in recent years, enabled by the for-profit carbon offsetting industry.
Carbon-neutral bills, or Australia’s biggest case of greenwashing?
More than 400,000 Australians signed up to an EnergyAustralia program to offset their energy bills. Were they unwitting victims of greenwashing?
www.smh.com.au
May 14, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Ridiculously important case - @parentsforclimate.bsky.social are taking one of Australia's worst polluters to court for claiming "carbon neutral" power supply
Fundamentally, one of the worst lies of the fossil fuel industry in recent years, enabled by the for-profit carbon offsetting industry.
Fundamentally, one of the worst lies of the fossil fuel industry in recent years, enabled by the for-profit carbon offsetting industry.
Warning: ranty sweary thread ahead. Note: if you’re not a shill for the fossil fuel industry - i.e. someone who is incentivised to boost them and/or belittle the transition to renewables - then I am not ranting at you.
May 10, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Warning: ranty sweary thread ahead. Note: if you’re not a shill for the fossil fuel industry - i.e. someone who is incentivised to boost them and/or belittle the transition to renewables - then I am not ranting at you.
Is the Safeguard Mechanism working? When the latest data was released just before Easter I started digging into it and wrote an article. Michael West Media decided they’d try to simplify it a bit and here is their story quoting me. michaelwest.com.au/sinners-are-...
Sinners are winners. Is Labor's Safeguard Mechanism saving the planet? - Michael West
Safeguard Mechanism report demonstrates the fundamental flaws in a system that reduce emissions overall, but increase the profits of some.
michaelwest.com.au
May 9, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Is the Safeguard Mechanism working? When the latest data was released just before Easter I started digging into it and wrote an article. Michael West Media decided they’d try to simplify it a bit and here is their story quoting me. michaelwest.com.au/sinners-are-...