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Tom Raftery
@tomraftery.com
Technology & Sustainability Evangelist, Host of the Climate Confident & Sustainable Supply Chain Podcasts, Keynote Speaker - #Climate #Sustainability #SupplyChain #Energy #EVs #ESG #SDGs
Blog: https://tomraftery.com
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I created two Starter Packs for folks looking to find their tribes here.

The first is Climate podcasters - bsky.app/starter-pack...

And the second is Supply Chain - bsky.app/starter-pack...

In both cases if you feel I have missed someone, let me know and I'll add them
Electrification is no longer about emissions alone. It’s reshaping where industry chooses to locate. IEA data shows China, India, and Africa pulling ahead — while the US clings to fossil incumbents and falls behind.
Capital Follows Electrons: How Electrification Is Driving Growth
Clean electricity is becoming essential for industrial competitiveness as companies prioritise energy costs and reliability when selecting locations for operations. Regions like South Australia, Iceland, China, India, and Africa show how transitioning to renewables leads to lower costs and increased energy security, reshaping global economic dynamics in favour of electrification.
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February 9, 2026 at 7:34 PM
From Le Monde
February 9, 2026 at 8:27 AM
Reposted by Tom Raftery
Concentration camps:

“For 280 days we haven’t eaten a single piece of fruit, banana, apple, orange, or anything fresh. We are all in one big room with no doors or windows. We can’t see any grass or trees. We are all constantly sick."
Exclusive: Detention Center Captives Are Throwing Lotion Bottles Wrapped With Notes to Organizers Outside Otay Mesa Facility ~ L.A. TACO
“For 280 days we haven’t eaten a single piece of fruit, banana, apple, orange, or anything fresh," an Otay Mesa captive communicated through handwritten note. "We are all in one big room with no doors...
lataco.com
February 8, 2026 at 2:24 AM
This is absolutely appalling. Unfortunately unsurprising, but still appalling
February 6, 2026 at 11:41 AM
To-date. That we know of. In case you wanted it neatly documented anywhere.
February 5, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Reposted by Tom Raftery
Elon's absolute greatest fear is actually having to be responsible for his actions which says everything
February 4, 2026 at 7:18 PM
When this idiot is dissing you, you know you are doing something right!
February 4, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Reposted by Tom Raftery
This. We have ever growing demand for energy. Energy efficiency is the cheapest way to get new energy. Also embodied carbon reductions are like a gold rush for energy as the first energy costs, the manufacturing of products & construction can be about half of the lifetime energy costs of a bldg.
February 4, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Buildings are responsible for nearly 40% of global emissions. Decarbonising them isn’t a niche climate play anymore. It’s about cost control, resilience, and future-proofing assets. Here’s why building electrification has moved from “nice to have” to unavoidable
Building Decarbonisation Is No Longer Optional. It’s Strategic.
Buildings are a significant, often overlooked source of global emissions, accounting for nearly 40%. Decarbonisation is now essential for financial, strategic, and climatic reasons. It highlights the importance of better design and electrification, outlining practical strategies for corporate leaders to achieve this transition effectively.
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February 4, 2026 at 2:23 PM
Spain announces it is going to prohibit access to digital platforms to under 16’s

Sánchez asegura que España prohibirá el acceso a plataformas digitales a menores de 16 años - elpais.com/sociedad/202...
Sánchez asegura que España prohibirá el acceso a redes sociales a menores de 16 años
El presidente anuncia que se tipificará como delito la manipulación de los algoritmos
elpais.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Reposted by Tom Raftery
Just to close the loop here. A cozy club of just the very worst people.
February 2, 2026 at 3:46 AM
It is now possible to sign up for the waitlist for W - the new European social media platform

wsocial.eu
W — Trust your feed
We believe in the need for a global, trusted social media platform owned, run, and hosted in Europe. W is built on verified human users, transparency, privacy, and free speech.
wsocial.eu
January 31, 2026 at 11:05 AM
Reposted by Tom Raftery
Zelenskyy blames Europeans for Ukraine air defence gaps ft.trib.al/AuRMUhJ
Zelenskyy blames Europeans for Ukraine air defence gaps
Delayed western payments keep country’s air defences ‘simply empty’, allowing Russia to knock out power, says president
ft.trib.al
January 30, 2026 at 9:26 AM
Solar is cheap. Wind is abundant.
The hard part starts after sunset.

With multi-GWh projects now operating, long duration energy storage has crossed the viability threshold. LDES is what turns midday abundance into evening reliability, lower costs, and real energy security.
Why Long Duration Energy Storage Has Finally Reached Scale
The energy transition now faces a pivotal challenge as renewable energy generation outpaces demand, leading to wasted power during peak production times. Long duration energy storage (LDES) is essential for bridging supply and demand gaps, enabling effective utilisation of renewables. This infrastructure is crucial for achieving net-zero emissions and enhancing energy security and affordability.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:47 AM
ESG reporting is becoming business infrastructure, not a side exercise. Scope 3 is where credibility is tested, risks surface, and advantage is won or lost. Companies that treat it seriously are pulling ahead. The rest are learning the cost of opacity.
Why Poor ESG Data Is Now a Business Liability
ESG reporting has shifted from a supplementary task to a fundamental aspect of business that influences financial decisions and supply chain management. Scope 3 emissions represent a significant challenge as they reflect complex, indirect impacts. Companies that effectively integrate ESG into their operations enhance credibility and build resilient systems, while those neglecting this face reputational risks and scrutiny.
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January 26, 2026 at 1:35 PM
Electricity used to be invisible. Now it’s a business risk.
Why companies are turning to solar + storage PPAs for lower costs, zero capex, predictable opex, and resilience, while quietly stabilising the grid in the process.
When the Grid Became the Risk: Why Businesses Are Turning to Solar + Storage PPAs
On 29th April last year, a blackout in the Iberian Peninsula highlighted the fragility of the electricity grid, prompting a shift in corporate energy strategies. Businesses globally now prioritise solar and battery storage systems for cost predictability and resilience, moving from viewing electricity as a mere utility to an integral part of operational planning.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Never in the history of humanity was one man so utterly despised by so many.
January 19, 2026 at 11:12 PM
Concrete underpins modern life and nearly 8% of global emissions. New materials and mineralisation tech show how construction can decarbonise. Progress is real. Pace is the problem.
Concrete’s Carbon Problem and the Race to Fix It
Homeowners in Europe and the US are facing increased insurance premiums linked to climate change risks, while construction continues to rely heavily on concrete, a significant contributor to global CO₂ emissions. The industry is beginning to address embodied carbon, but progress remains slow. Urgent changes in material practices and regulations are needed to reduce emissions and adapt to climate realities.
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January 19, 2026 at 11:56 AM
JFC!!!
January 19, 2026 at 6:25 AM
The biggest supply-chain risk right now isn’t climate.
It isn’t geopolitics.
It’s organisations still treating safety, sustainability, and operations as separate problems.

That separation is quietly expensive.
#supplyChain #SupplyChainResilience
January 17, 2026 at 1:36 PM
The US is responsible for far more climate emissions than any other country - and on a per capita basis the difference is even more stark
#climate
January 12, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Should work. He thinks walls keep undesirables out!!!
January 11, 2026 at 3:07 PM
January 9, 2026 at 2:06 PM