Sorry but this is just such a weak ass article which you can only assume was ai generated and reviewed by someone who was either too lazy or stupid to care.
Nothing new, useful or interesting. We are all very much aware of the major issues at hand and it really sucks, but to basically write an article that can be summed up in a single sentence: “Lake habitats are different than oceans or rivers because species cannot go anywhere else”.
Just lazy all around.
Also this:
Steps to reduce lake warming
Tackling lake warming requires both individual and collective action. Here are some steps to mitigate this issue:
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by using energy-efficient appliances and renewable energy.
- Support afforestation and reforestation projects, as trees absorb CO2. Implement green infrastructure like green roofs and urban forests to lower temperatures.
- Enhance water conservation efforts by fixing leaks and using water-saving fixtures. Advocate for clean energy policies and international agreements like the Paris Agreement. Increase public awareness through community programs and education.
- Support research and monitoring of lake temperatures. Protect wetlands and riparian zones to absorb heat and pollutants.
—thanks chat gpt 3.5—
The planning part makes this suspect for sure.
But there are ways to peacefully protest without blocking a fuckin highway. People that do this should be slapped. I think they do more harm to their movement than a myriad of other options that don’t involve them pissing off everyone just trying to go about their lives.
There are people who would otherwise support their cause that are negatively affected by dumb decisions like this. While I don’t agree with the sentencing for planning a dipshit move like this, these people should consider better ways to make a statement.