Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 01/10/2026I planted my Super Flowers in my Super Grass but they didn't grow. I'm going to see if AI can tell me why not. 140
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Sorry for the people involved but their boat hit the whale, not the other way round. Nothing suggests the whale was acting aggressively. It was just living its life when something we built to travel in it's environment hit it. Hope the whale is OK. www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...bbc.co.ukWatch: Sailor couple survives after whale destroyed their shipJeremy and Gemma Cooper were 500 miles off the coast of New Zealand when their yacht, the Tai Tam, collided with a sperm whale. 170
Reposted by JamieJarl Graham Kirk. Photo of me 1965 @grawitmik.bsky.social · 25/09/2026It's very, very rare I repost one of my own posts. It's also practically unheard of me to use a word I am about to use before December. But PLEASE buy your Christmas cards from the ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION. They are good quality & all recipients mention them. Plus YOU will save lives! 24422
Reposted by JamieRobin Ince @robinince.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Two people I knew took their own lives last week - we still view mental health with too much cynicism and not enough compassion - remember @samaritans.bsky.social and @calmzone.bsky.social - it is not weak to share how you feel #mentalhealth #depression #suicideawareness 1930799
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 12/09/2026"Every little thing has its place in the ecosystem and if you take a tiny little cog out of any machine it's going to stop working". BBC News - Battle to save the tiny, gooey snail only found in one lake in the UK www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukZoos help to save snail found in only one lake in WalesOnce prevalent across the UK, this mollusc is now only found in one lake in Wales. 050
Reposted by JamieJarl Graham Kirk. Photo of me 1965 @grawitmik.bsky.social · 11/09/2026For those that want to donate but maybe your budget is really tight. You can donate by buying things you HAVE to buy. I buy RNLI Xmas cards every year. They are excellent quality and everyone we give a card to, comments about them. shop.rnli.org/collections/...shop.rnli.orgChristmas Cards | RNLI ShopEvery purchase of our charity Christmas cards from the RNLI makes a lifesaving difference. The profits will help to prevent tragedies at sea for years to come. 22212
Reposted by JamieHeather B @heatcb.bsky.social · 11/09/2026One of many horrible examples of how human infrastructure disrupts the natural world. And we laugh at them for being foolish. When we are the foolish ones for building a world that doesn’t support the natural environment we need to continue as a species. 151
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Fascinating to finally have an answer to this and not what I've heard anyone suggest before. Sadly yet another example of our species unthinkingly ruining the lives of other species. 162
Reposted by Jamiegarynortheast.bsky.social @garynortheast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026c.org/gr6DkSM6Xdc.orgSign the PetitionA Charter for the Rights of the River Severn in Shrewsbury 052
Reposted by JamieGuy Shrubsole @guyshrubsole.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Some 50 million pheasants are released into the countryside annually. Now DEFRA have opened a Call for Evidence on gamebird rearing, releasing & shooting, it’s vital that the public input - because you can be sure that the shooting industry will do so: consultations.defra.gov.uk/call-for-evi...consultations.defra.gov.ukCall for Evidence on Gamebird Release, Shooting and Welfare during Rearing in EnglandThe Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is seeking evidence on the environmental and animal health and welfare impacts of gamebird rea... 1414794
Reposted by JamieStuart Aken @stuartaken.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Yes, just how bad does it have to get before those in charge start to take real, meaningful action to curb #Climate change? eia-international.org/blog/climate...eia-international.orgClimate change – how bad does it have to get before global leaders act? - EIAWe investigate and campaign against environmental crime and abuse 161
Reposted by JamieNatalie Bennett @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social · 29/08/2026"Clean air should not smell like highly concentrated citrus fruit. It should not really smell of anything." Instead corporates are spending huge sums on pushing indoor #AirPollution #PublicHealth phys.org/news/2026-08...phys.orgScented cleaners can create nanoparticles that reach deep into the lungs within minutes, tiny-home experiment findsWhat does a clean room smell like? Many people say citrus, pine, or flowers because these fragrances are common in cleaning products. A research team led by Brandon Boor found that scent compounds in ... 1718987
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Typical human solution: We invent a habit that kills us, then replace it with one that's still bad but also causes massive pollution of land and water, kills other creatures and wastes vast quantities of rare materials which could be used for better purposes. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukNicotine vapes best chance to quit smoking, major review findsThey work better than patches, gum or pills, the most up-to-date evidence suggests. 051
Reposted by JamieRobin Ince @robinince.bsky.social · 25/08/2026A true legend as a performer , writer , and humanitarian - and incredibly witty too - “I’m not offended by all the dumb blonde jokes because I know I’m not dumb… and I also know that I’m not blonde.” - I reckon she’s going to investigate the whereabouts of Mitch McConnell 1044648
Reposted by JamieDMHardc @dmhardcc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026The Right to Repair is a particularly good EU initiative that we will be missing out on thanks to Brexit, unless manufacturers being forced to do this across the EU means we also benefit from it by the back door. www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026...irishtimes.comRight-to-repair law takes effect in bid to extend lifespan of household goodsEU directive also aims to tackle waste mountain that grows by million of tonnes each year 143
Reposted by JamieJason Scott-Warren @jes1003.bsky.social · 21/08/2026thoughts from a drought-ravaged Oxford park youtube.com/shorts/coCI7...youtube.comthoughts from a drought-ravaged Oxford parkYouTube video by Media Sovereignty Act Campaign 073
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Perhaps, when The Daily Mail headlined a story blaming rewilding for increased wildfires, their painstaking research somehow missed cases like this? #Nature #Rewilding #Climate #ClimateChange www.theguardian.com/environment/...theguardian.comRewilded land remains green amid drought-stricken English countryside, images showNational Trust’s Holnicote estate says restored wetlands and rivers offer proof of resilience to drought, wildfires and flooding 051
Reposted by JamieAni @aninewforest.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Researchers delved into overlooked field accounts of multi-species interactions and found we're not the only primate to collect companions. But what exactly is a "pet"?How much dependency does this entail? Among wild animals, is it more voluntary than our version? www.nytimes.com/2026/08/18/s...nytimes.comHumans Love Having Pets. Seems Like Some Other Primates Do, Too. (Gift Article)We aren’t the only animals that like to take care of other species. A new study finds that the roots of keeping a pet may stretch deep into our primate past. 072
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Trying buy from uk.jbl.com but they can't handle my rural address. No house No./street name. I've had this once before - that company apologised and fixed the bug next day. Not so JBL - they aren't interested in fixing the problem and want me to ship it to a friend! Case closed!🤦♂️ #CustomerDontCareuk.jbl.comOfficial JBL Store | Speakers, Headphones, and more! | JBLPremium speakers & headphones from JBL ✓ Bluetooth ✓ Powerful sound ✓ Soundbars, subwoofers & home audio ✓ Free delivery & 30-day returns 210
Reposted by JamieRobin Ince @robinince.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Having burnt all my bridges with mainstream media - I have just launched a Patreon site - I’ve just put up a podcast on art, atoms, Caroline Aherne, Peter Cushing and more www.patreon.com/cw/RobinInce #patreon #podcast #poetrypatreon.comRobin Ince — conversations and blog posts about creativityGet more from Robin Ince on Patreon. conversations and blog posts about creativity . Support Robin Ince and get exclusive access to their work. 6310115
Reposted by JamieDave Goulson @davegoulson.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Chuffed to see Eat The Planet Well shortlisted for the Wainwright Prize. 4434
Reposted by JamieSkye Balou @skyebalou.bsky.social · 09/08/2026A song called "Should we stay?". It's about climate change, migration, family and the dilemmas people face when the place they call home can no longer offer the certainty it once did. The story and characters are fictional, but the pressures they face are real. G 172
Reposted by JamieJames Gilbert @jamesgilbertmr.bsky.social · 09/08/2026Recently read this—a fine book exploring our attitudes to nature. An excellent, engaging read—informative, honest & balanced. Had myself wishing Ian lived near to me; regularly over a coffee, we could cheer & console each other on the state of British wildlife & wild places. @iancarter67.bsky.social 3347
Reposted by JamieDave Goulson @davegoulson.bsky.social · 05/08/2026On the ecological impacts of game shooting. A controversial chapter of my new book Eat the Planet Well which did not make the final edit, but which is - I think - important. Comments welcome! youtu.be/jZMYWK16UFoyoutu.beThe ecological impacts of game shooting.YouTube video by Dave Goulson 74319
Reposted by JamieJesika5555 @jesika5555.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Aug 5 2005 Joy showed me a photo of a blade of grass. Opened up to see masses of insect eggs. A few days later took this with my basic Olympus point & shoot. I was HOOKED! How beautiful is a Bee's face? I didn't know,but many books, much learning and more, better? cameras later.... 1296
Reposted by Jamiehengymraes6.bsky.social @hengymraes6.bsky.social · 04/08/2026This is what happens when small-minded bigots with limited insight and zero emotional intelligence take a stance on something they are actually ignorant about. If your default is not to treat others with dignity and respect then people could be forgiven for thinking you’re an arsehole. 062
Reposted by JamieAna McKellar @anamca.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Interesting report of what can be done to transition a farm profitably to sustainable practice. Alt-text: a vigorous green strip with wildflowers, mature gold cereal field behind it with harvester at work, short hedge beyond it and clumps of trees, with misty sky above, early or late in the day 041
Reposted by JamieBest for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 01/08/2026A Reform-run council has all but condemned 100 acres of precious ancient woodland to be razed. 😡 www.theguardian.com/environment/202…theguardian.com‘It’s irreplaceable’: Fury over Reform plans to expand quarry in ancient Kent woodlandForty hectares of Oaken Wood could be razed after it was identified as potential site of expansion by Reform-run council 1415598
Reposted by JamieMartine Fenn @martinefenn.bsky.social · 01/08/2026I’m helping save Coul Links. Will you? Coul Links is a beautiful and unique wildlife habitat in the Scottish Highlands. But it is threatened once again with development. Join me in urging Scottish Ministers to say no to this damaging application. action.rspb.org.uk/page/166270/...action.rspb.org.ukSave Coul Links!Your voice could help save this precious habitat from a new threat of development. 163
Reposted by JamieNatalie Bennett @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social · 31/07/2026#Biodiversity - yes the lack of wasps is very concerning. "Important in ecosystems as pest-controllers, pollinators and decomposers" theconversation.com/where-have-a...theconversation.comWhere have all the wasps gone this summer?And why you should let them share your picnic ham and jam. 115222
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 31/07/2026This is exactly what Repair Cafés have been campaigning for. The UK must do this too! Don't bin it, fix it. 052
Reposted by JamieLeon Simons @leonsimons.com · 28/07/2026This is such a great visualization of the carbon cycle and of how humanity has completely altered it within a geological instant. Visualization by @rarohde.bsky.social. 1/ 213361
Reposted by JamieAstronomer Royal for Scotland | Catherine Heymans @astroroyalscot.bsky.social · 27/07/2026I'm absolutely devastated for colleagues at Jodrell Bank who found out this morning that funding for the UK's e-MERLIN radio telescope array will be terminated. This is a short-sighted move, to save a tiny fraction of the overall UK science budget. #SaveJodrellBank 🔭🧪 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukJodrell Bank's Lovell telescope faces axe in science cuts, BBC understandsAstronomers warn it would tear the heart out of UK science, and leave a generation untrained. 561345704
Reposted by JamieIngmar Rentzhog @ingmar.wsocial.eu · 04/07/2026U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright says he’s “thrilled” to end federal support for new wind and solar projects after 35 years. Meanwhile, the U.S. still provides around $30 billion a year in direct subsidies and tax breaks to the fossil fuel industry. Interesting priorities. 🤔 6235
Reposted by JamieIngmar Rentzhog @ingmar.wsocial.eu · 24/07/2026I am so 😡🤬😤😖 I’ve been following climate politics for a long time. I don’t think I’ve ever felt this upset. As the climate crisis accelerates, our leaders aren’t accelerating climate action. They’re reversing it. Everywhere. US, Canada, New Zealand, EU and now UK! 9365
Reposted by JamieStuart Aken @stuartaken.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Data centres or enough water to let our farmers grow crops? www.theguardian.com/environment/...theguardian.comNot enough water for UK’s datacentre plans, trade body saysIndustry says government’s failure to address cooling demands means AI growth plans are ‘fatally flawed’ 074
Reposted by JamieAni @aninewforest.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Ways to help bees during a heatwave: • Leave a potted native flowering plant on a doorstep or windowsill as a refueling stop. • Maintain dense shrubs as a shady passage between nectar sources. • Grow damp-loving flowers by a pond, as these offer moist nectar to a thirsty bee. 132
Reposted by JamieAdam Rutherford @adamrutherford.bsky.social · 23/07/2026So excited for this! www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMsi...youtube.comCoyote vs. ACME | Final TrailerYouTube video by Coyote vs. Acme 7727
Reposted by JamieSimon Waters @gnufan.bsky.social · 17/07/2026Some of the recent comments about the Fabian Society have been hilarious. Here it is subversively noting that co-operative farming is more resilient, & pursuing their evil socialist agenda of greater food security. 131
Reposted by JamieLeo Hickman @leohickman.carbonbrief.org · 20/07/2026Miatta Fahnbulleh – the UK's new climate and energy secretary of state – writing in the Guardian seven years ago... "Why not invest in taking carbon out of our economy in a way that creates millions of good jobs and lifts living standards?" @miattafahnbulleh.bsky.social 613552
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 21/07/2026I see posts like these, yet I still have a friend (in his 70s) who has gone from Climate Change "not happening" to "not us" and insists he'll be proved right after he's dead. bsky.app/profile/gale... 020
Reposted by JamieAnnie Leymarie @annieleymarie.bsky.social · 21/07/2026An article on *electric* handheld fans ( "> 8 million will be purchased in the UK in 2026… Just under ½ are discarded annually") that doesn't once mention the sustainable paper types, other than in a pic that could be confusing, as they're also 'handleld fans' theconversation.com/why-handheld... 1101
Reposted by JamieHugo @nonviolence.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Why have we dreamed up & invented fairytales of the #supernatural? Because of alienation from life, we become lonely, entitled and fearful. We had to find a way to #decouple from natural realities. Eternal life in the clouds was a good start. This has been replaced with eternal growth in the cloud. 252
Jamie @arborealtechie.bsky.social · 21/07/2026BBC News - UK's furry bumblebees 'keeling over' in heatwaves - BBC News ... What you can do to help. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukUK's furry bumblebees 'keeling over' in heatwavesThe furry bodies of UK bumblebees are specially adapted for cold weather - making heatwaves a struggle. 042
Reposted by JamieThe Whimsical Muse @whimsicalmuse.bsky.social · 20/07/2026Whenever someone informs me that they don't believe in using the Oxford comma, I feel surprised, saddened, and disappointed. 1054143
Reposted by JamieAlan McNally @alanmcn1.bsky.social · 17/07/2026WTAF. Europe is literally on feckin fire!!! EU proposes slowing down cuts to carbon emissions for businesses www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukEU proposes slowing down cuts to carbon emissions for businessesUnder the proposals, the EU plans to relax its emissions trading system to give companies more time to reduce their carbon output. 182