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News & Articles By Willow Tohi
03/05/2025
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By Willow Tohi
The global revolt against green tyranny: How populist leaders are reclaiming energy freedom
Nations worldwide are rejecting stringent climate mandates, which are perceived as obstacles to economic growth, drivers of high energy costs and threats to personal freedoms. This backlash against the “green transition” is fueled by populist movements and conservative leaders who prioritize affordability, practicality and national sovereignty over ideological agendas. The return of Donald Trump to […]
03/04/2025
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By Willow Tohi
The billion-dollar blunder: How overplanting GMO corn is costing farmers and fueling pest resistance
A study in Science reveals that U.S. farmers, particularly in the eastern Corn Belt, have overplanted genetically modified (GM) Bt corn, designed to repel pests like the corn rootworm. This overuse has caused significant economic losses — estimated at $1 billion — and accelerated pest resistance, undermining the technology’s effectiveness. Overplanting Bt corn has driven […]
02/27/2025
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By Willow Tohi
BP’s green dream collapses: Energy giant returns to oil as activist investors circle
BP’s green energy pivot under former CEO Bernard Looney has failed, leading to plummeting profits and a potential existential crisis for the company. The company’s financial performance has suffered, with 2024 profits dropping to $8.9 billion from $13.8 billion in 2023, underperforming rival companies like Shell and ExxonMobil. Activist investors, led by Elliott Management, are […]
02/27/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Germany’s green backlash: The end of the climate crusade and the rise of economic realism
Germany’s election marks a shift away from ambitious climate policies, with Friedrich Merz, leader of the CDU, poised to become the new chancellor and prioritize economic growth over environmental goals. This election is part of a broader trend across the Western world, with voters rejecting progressive climate policies in favor of economic pragmatism, leading to […]
02/26/2025
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By Willow Tohi
The sky’s the limit? Shanahan and Trump demand answers on geoengineering and public health
Nicole Shanahan and former President Donald Trump have demanded answers about chemical spraying in American skies, reigniting a debate over the ethics and secrecy surrounding geoengineering programs. Shanahan’s social media post highlighted visible trails in the sky, questioning whether they were natural contrails or artificial clouds created by chemical spraying, and called for a referendum […]
02/24/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Moss Landing battery plant ignites again: Health and environmental concerns mount
A fire broke out at the Vistra Battery Facility in Moss Landing, California, on Tuesday evening, raising concerns among residents and environmental advocates. This follows a similar fire in January, prompting health advisories due to potential air quality issues. The January fire caused health issues like itchy eyes and headaches, with researchers detecting heavy metal […]
02/20/2025
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By Willow Tohi
California’s ENERGY CRISIS: State-owned refineries, a recipe for disaster?
California is considering state ownership of oil refineries as a response to the potential closure of several major refineries due to environmental regulations and market dynamics. The closure of refineries, such as the Phillips 66 facility in Wilmington, could lead to fuel shortages, price spikes and logistical issues, given California’s limited import options and lack […]
02/20/2025
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By Willow Tohi
How rich nations poison the Global South
Wealthy nations are exporting toxic waste to less developed countries due to lax environmental regulations and lower disposal costs, perpetuating colonial-era exploitation. The practice of dumping toxic waste in African territories during colonial times has continued into the 21st century, with examples like the 1987-1988 Koko, Nigeria incident, where over 3,884 tons of hazardous waste […]
02/17/2025
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By Willow Tohi
California insurer’s billion-dollar ultimatum: A stark reality of wildfire risks and insurance struggles
FAIR Plan’s Financial Crisis: The Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan, a state-backed insurance pool for high-risk properties, has issued a demand for an additional $1 billion to cover losses from recent wildfires. The California State Insurance Department has approved the FAIR Plan’s request, mandating that insurers cover half the cost, with the remaining half […]
02/15/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Debunking the myth: Why “cow fart” vaccines will not solve climate change
A recent CNN article overstates the impact of livestock methane emissions on global warming. Methane is potent but short-lived, lasting only about 12 years compared to carbon dioxide’s centuries-long persistence. The article claims livestock is responsible for 30% of global warming, but this figure includes all sources of methane, not just livestock. U.S. beef production accounts […]
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