Talking Climate Change with Yash Negi
Talking Climate Change with Yash NegiWelcome to a journey where one voice echoes the urgency of our planet's cry—mine. I'm Yash Negi, a Computer Science student with a heart set on understanding and combating climate change since 2018. In this solo podcast, I delve deep into the complexities of our environment, bringing to you not just data but stories, solutions, and the raw truth of what climate change means for each of us."Talking Climate Change with Yash Negi" isn't just another podcast; it's your personal window into the world of climate science. Here, you'll find no guests, no distractions—just...
Flash Flood Prevention: Global Challenges and Japan's Success
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The provided text explores the significant challenges in preventing flash flood disasters globally, highlighting their reputation as the "hardest kind to prevent" due to difficulties in accurate prediction and warning system implementation. It examines cases of ineffective warning systems, such as those in Texas and Valencia, Spain, where lack of funding or delayed activation led to numerous fatalities. Conversely, the source acknowledges Japan's relative success in mitigating flood deaths through advanced infrastructure and technology, yet also notes emerging issues like public complacency despite effective warnings. The text further discusses efforts in developing...
Jim Boyle, CEO of Sustainability Roundtable Inc.
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In this episode of Talking Climate Change with Yash Negi, we sit down with Jim Boyle, CEO of Sustainability Roundtable Inc. to explore how corporate sustainability is evolving from a leadership-driven initiative to a deeply embedded culture. Jim shares powerful insights on strategy management, renewable energy procurement, and incentive alignment across organizations. We discuss real-world examples like Bloomberg's 82 sustainability initiatives and how even small teams can ignite transformational change. Tune in for a masterclass on how structure, governance, and culture together drive a cleaner, more resilient future.
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Ernie Miller: Chief Executive Officer, Verde Clean Fuels
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Ernie Miller is the CEO of Verde Clean Fuels, a company focused on creating cleaner gasoline for everyday use. With more than 25 years of experience in the commodity-driven energy sector, Ernie is a forward-thinking leader championing cleaner fuel alternatives as the world moves towards net zero.
At Verde Clean Fuels, Ernie is leading efforts to commercialize its syngas-to-gasoline technology, which converts diverse feedstocks - such as natural gas and biomass - into fully finished liquid fuels that require no additional refining.
Under Ernie's leadership, t...
🚢 Shipping Energy Efficiency
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Since 2008, the sector has made progress in improving energy efficiency through measures such as slow steaming and the use of larger vessels. However, there is still considerable potential for further reducing energy costs. Technologies that are already commercially available, such as improved hull design and waste heat recovery systems, could lead to significant reductions in fuel consumption and overall expenses.
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📉 Wall Street's Energy Finance Shift Under Trump Policies
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Political shifts, particularly the resurgence of pro-fossil fuel policies in the U.S., are significantly changing Wall Street's approach to energy finance. Once committed to net-zero goals, central U.S. banks are now reconsidering their restrictions on controversial fossil fuel projects and are interested in high-carbon assets. This change is driven by perceived financial risks associated with green initiatives and the potential for increased profits in traditional energy. As a result, some banks are withdrawing from climate finance alliances.
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Global Energy Review 2025: Key Findings and Trends
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The International Energy Agency's Global Energy Review 2025 offers a comprehensive analysis of 2024 energy trends across all fuels, technologies, and major regions. The report highlights a faster-than-average growth in global energy demand, primarily driven by electricity consumption due to factors like cooling needs and digitalization.
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⚡ Electricity 2025
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The International Energy Agency's report titled "Electricity 2025" analyzes and forecasts global electricity trends, demand, supply, and carbon emissions up to the year 2027. It examines factors such as increasing electrification, the expansion of power systems, and the growing role of renewable energy, while also assessing grid reliability and security. The report highlights specific situations in various countries, including China's rising electricity demand and the growth of data centers, India's management of peak load, and the challenges faced by energy-intensive industries in Europe.
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🔥 Record Heat: Last Decade Hottest on Earth
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A report from the World Meteorological Organization confirms that the past decade has been the hottest on record, with 2024 marking the warmest year to date, exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels for the first time. This unprecedented warming is attributed to rising concentrations of greenhouse gases, which have reached levels not seen in hundreds of thousands to millions of years. These changes are contributing to extreme weather events, as well as record-high ocean temperatures and sea levels.
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Gates' Climate Group Restructures Amid Trump Era 📉
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Breakthrough Energy, the climate-focused organization founded by Bill Gates, is significantly reducing its staff and operations, particularly in areas related to policy and partnerships. This restructuring is a response to the political climate under the Trump administration, which has led to a perceived decrease in opportunities for influencing policy. As a result, Gates's efforts will now focus on providing direct support to clean energy companies through his Catalyst program, Ventures, and Fellows.
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Why Some Natural Sacrifices May Serve the Greater Good
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The article discusses the conflict between preserving biodiversity and the urgent need for decarbonization. It argues that strictly prioritizing biodiversity protection can impede the development of renewable energy infrastructure, which is vital for combating climate change—a key factor in species extinction. The author suggests that our current perspective on biodiversity tends to be aesthetic and may hinder essential progress toward a low-carbon future.
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Global Battery Market: Shifting Sands of Power 🌍🔋
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The global battery market is undergoing rapid growth and transformation, driven by increasing electric vehicle adoption and declining battery prices. China currently dominates battery production, benefiting from manufacturing experience, supply chain integration, and a focus on LFP technology. However, other regions, including Europe and the United States, are actively expanding their battery manufacturing capabilities in response to security concerns and the desire for more localized supply chains.
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Plankton and Climate Change
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Ocean plankton, the foundation of the marine food web, are under pressure from climate change. A new NASA satellite, PACE, offers unprecedented detail on phytoplankton diversity, revealing how warming temperatures disrupt their populations. Ocean deserts are expanding, while coastal blooms are becoming more frequent and harmful, with some creating toxins that devastate marine life and local economies. Researchers combine satellite data with microscopic plankton analysis to understand these changes and comprehensively predict future scenarios.
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China's Climate Goals at Risk: Energy Target Slippage
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China faces challenges in meeting its climate goals due to a reliance on energy-intensive industries and shifts in how energy consumption is measured. The country's five-year plans, which include targets for reducing energy and carbon intensity, are at risk of not being met, requiring a significant emissions drop in 2025. Economic pressures and overcapacity in sectors like solar panels have further complicated these efforts. China may need to implement more aggressive strategies and reassess its economic priorities to achieve its long-term emissions targets.
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Net-Zero Banking Alliance: Retreat from Climate Goals? 🏦 💰 🌍
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Hey listeners! Over the past few episodes, I’ve been experimenting with AI-generated conversations to explore climate topics in new ways. If you have any feedback—whether you loved it or think there’s room for improvement—I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to email me. Your input matters and will help shape future episodes. Thanks for being part of this journey.
The Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a major climate-finance group, contemplates significant changes to its operational framework following notable member departures. These potential adjustment...
Global Electricity Demand: IEA Forecast to 2027
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Hey listeners! Over the past few episodes, I’ve been experimenting with AI-generated conversations to explore climate topics in new ways. If you have any feedback—whether you loved it or think there’s room for improvement—I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to email me. Your input matters and will help shape future episodes. Thanks for being part of this journey.
A new report from the IEA forecasts a notable increase in global electricity demand through 2027, averaging approximately 4% annually. This surge is driven by factors...
Microsoft-Backed Startup Chestnut Aims to Fix Carbon Credit Market with $160 Million Investment
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Hey listeners! Over the past few episodes, I’ve been experimenting with AI-generated conversations to explore climate topics in new ways. If you have any feedback—whether you loved it or think there’s room for improvement—I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to email me. Your input matters and will help shape future episodes. Thanks for being part of this journey.
Chestnut Carbon, a startup supported by Microsoft, has secured $160 million to expand its efforts in forest carbon removal. The company aims to tackle the credib...
Unlocking Clean Energy Investment in Africa
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Hey listeners! Over the past few episodes, I’ve been experimenting with AI-generated conversations to explore climate topics in new ways. If you have any feedback—whether you loved it or think there’s room for improvement—I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to email me. Your input matters and will help shape future episodes. Thanks for being part of this journey.
The article from IEA dives into the financing hurdles impeding renewable energy growth in Kenya and Senegal, highlighting how high capital costs hinder pro...
UK's Bold Climate Plan: A Global Leadership Test
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Hey listeners! Over the past few episodes, I’ve been experimenting with AI-generated conversations to explore climate topics in new ways. If you have any feedback—whether you loved it or think there’s room for improvement—I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to email me. Your input matters and will help shape future episodes. Thanks for being part of this journey!
The UK announced an ambitious plan to reduce CO2 emissions by at least 81% by 2035, positioning itself as a climate leader despite facing domestic c...
DeepSeek's Impact on the Energy Industry
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Hey listeners! Over the past few episodes, I’ve been experimenting with AI-generated conversations to explore climate topics in new ways. If you have any feedback—whether you loved it or think there’s room for improvement—I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to email me. Your input matters and will help shape future episodes. Thanks for being part of this journey!
DeepSeek's highly efficient AI chatbot has significantly impacted the energy sector's growth projections. Companies across the energy industry, from pipeline operators to nuclear power producers, had antici...
Why Are Sea Levels on the Rise?
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This report from The Washington Post, published December 20, 2024, examines the accelerating sea-level rise along the U.S. Southeast coast using the Fort Pulaski tide gauge in Georgia as a case study. Ninety years of data from this gauge, and others across the region, reveal a rate of increase exceeding most climate model predictions. Multiple factors contribute, including melting ice sheets, land subsidence, and warming ocean waters. The consequences are already impacting coastal communities through increased flooding and infrastructure damage, foreshadowing a broader global crisis. The report uses charts...
Biden's 2035 Climate Goal: Ambitions and Obstacles
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President Biden announced a new, ambitious goal to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by 61-66% by 2035, a target significantly more aggressive than his previous goal. Despite this announcement, experts express concern about the nation's current trajectory and the likelihood of achieving this goal, particularly considering President-elect Trump's plans to reverse climate-friendly policies.
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California's 2035 Gas Car Ban
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The Biden administration has approved a California waiver that allows the state to implement a ban on new gasoline-powered car sales by 2035. This decision affects California and 11 other states and represents a significant climate policy initiative. However, there are expectations that the incoming Trump administration may reverse this decision, which could lead to a potential legal battle.
The waiver is based on the Clean Air Act of 1970, which allows California to set stricter emission standards than those mandated by the federal government. Automakers have expressed concerns regarding the feasibility of meeting C...
Energy Technology Perspectives 2024
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The IEA's Energy Technology Perspectives 2024 report analyzes the global clean energy transition, examining the manufacturing and trade of key technologies like electric vehicles and solar panels. The report investigates the impact of policies, investment, and trade on the development of these technologies, as well as the associated materials and chemicals. It also explores potential opportunities for emerging markets, including Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Africa, to establish and expand clean energy manufacturing. Furthermore, the report discusses the implications of the clean energy transition for international shipping, focusing on the need for a shift...
The Ocean's Role in Climate Change
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How do oceans prevent our planet from becoming a fiery wasteland? Find out in this captivating episode of Talking Climate Change with Yash Negi, where I uncover the pivotal role oceans play in regulating Earth's climate. You'll learn how these vast bodies of water absorb 90% of the excess heat from human-induced greenhouse gas emissions and the vital processes involved in the global carbon cycle. Discover the intricacies of the solubility pump and the biological pump, both critical in sequestering CO2 and supporting marine ecosystems.
But the story doesn't end there. I'll a...
The Lost Drop: Water Crisis
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What if I told you that half the world could be facing severe water stress by 2025? Join us on this eye-opening episode of Talking Climate Change with Yash Negi as we confront the alarming reality of our global water crisis. With over 2.2 billion people struggling to access safe drinking water and more than 3.5 billion lacking basic sanitation, we uncover the staggering statistics and delve into the social, economic, and health ramifications of this critical issue. From India's groundwater depletion to sub-Saharan Africa's sanitation struggles and Flint, Michigan's infrastructure failures, our exploration goes deep...
The Invisible Peril: Ocean Acidification
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What if our oceans were turning into acid baths, threatening the very foundation of marine life? In this episode of "Talking Climate Change with Yash Negi," we explore the alarming phenomenon of ocean acidification, often referred to as the "other CO2 problem." You’ll learn how increased carbon dioxide emissions are fundamentally altering the chemistry of our oceans, leading to a 30% rise in acidity since the industrial revolution. We break down the science of how CO2 dissolves in seawater, forming carbonic acid and triggering a cascade of chemical reactions that decrease the availability of...
Success Stories in Climate Action
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What if cities around the world could become beacons of climate action and sustainability? That's exactly what we're uncovering in this episode of "Talking Climate Change with Yash Negi." I promise you'll come away inspired by the transformative strides made by Copenhagen, Freiburg, and San Francisco. From Copenhagen's ambitious quest for carbon neutrality by 2025, to Freiburg's complete transition to renewable energy, and San Francisco's impressive zero waste goal by 2030, we showcase how urban centers are leading the charge against climate change with innovative and practical solutions.
We also spotlight corporate giants...
Silent Forests, Empty Skies: Wildlife in the Age of Climate Crisis
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Can our planet's most threatened ecosystems survive the growing impacts of climate change? Join me, Yash Negy, as we explore the sobering reality of our world's most vulnerable environments. From the shrinking ice habitats in the Arctic affecting polar bears to the dying coral reefs in the tropics, and from the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest to the plight of high-altitude species like the pika, we weave through the interconnectedness of these ecosystems. This episode paints a vivid picture of the challenges that our natural world faces and emphasizes the urgent need for...
The Plastic Age: A Modern Parable
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What if our love affair with plastic has created a monster we can no longer control? Join us on "Talking Climate Change with Yashnagy" as we unravel the complex history of plastic, from its noble beginnings with John Wesley Hyatt's celluloid invention in 1869 to its pivotal role post-World War II and the creation of the ubiquitous PET bottle in 1973. We'll expose the environmental havoc wreaked by plastic waste, spotlighting the colossal Great Pacific Garbage Patch and the silent invasion of microplastics in our ecosystems and bodies. Discover the intricate challenges of recycling in...
Fueling Tomorrow with Zero Emissions
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Can green hydrogen truly reshape our energy future? Join me, I explore this groundbreaking zero-emission fuel that's capturing the imagination of scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders alike. From its production through electrolysis using renewable energy to its potential to decarbonize heavy industry and long-haul transportation, green hydrogen stands as a beacon of hope in our fight against climate change. We'll also delve into its versatile roles as an energy carrier and storage solution, and spotlight the recent technological advancements and cost reductions that make green hydrogen more accessible than ever. Plus, get inspired...
Season 2 Premiere: Unpacking the Latest in Climate Change Science and Solutions
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What if the climate changes we're seeing are just the beginning? Join me, Yash Negi, as we kick off Season 2 of Talking Climate Change after a three-year hiatus. In this reintroduction episode, we explore everything from the newest scientific discoveries to groundbreaking technological advancements aimed at combating climate change. If you've noticed shifts in your local environment or have new questions about climate science, this episode is your gateway to understanding the complexities and finding actionable solutions.
I’m eager to hear what’s on your mind as we unpack a worl...
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Season 1 has been officially ended on a positive note and it couldn't be possible without you all who are listening to my podcast since the starting and who have joined later but continued their support towards my podcast. I was very emotional when I recorded it and the reason is "You Deserved It." I want you all to provide me feedbacks on the email id given below and who have access to Apple Podcast please leave some review there also. Your support means everything to me. I don't have enough words left to...
Episode 44: Arctic Refugee Drilling
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In this episode of the podcast, I have explained "Arctic Refugee Drilling" and President Biden's decision about it which came few days ago. This is the last episode of "Season 1" and I have planned something very important for the next season for audience like you. Stay Tuned!
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In 1989, the Exxon Valdez spilled 11 million gallons of oil into Alaska’s Prince William Sound. Exxon spent $2 billion trying to clean up and recovered less than 7 percent of the oil spilled.
In 2010, the BP Deepwater Horizon blowout spilled up...
Episode 43: El Niño and La Niña
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In this episode of the podcast, I have explained “El Niño and La Niña.”
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El Nino means Little Boy, or Christ Child in Spanish. South American fishermen first noticed periods of unusually warm water in the Pacific Ocean in the 1600s. The full name they used was El Nino de Navidad, because El Nino typically peaks around December. El Niño episodes feature an equatorwardshifted, stronger-than-normal jet stream and wetter-than-average conditions across the southern part of the United States, and less storminess and milder-than-average conditi...
Episode 42: Summary and Key Points on "How to Avoid a Climate Disaster" by Bill Gates.
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In this episode of the podcast, I have talked about the key points and the summary of the book "How To Avoid a Climate Disaster by Bill Gates."
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Episode 41: World Leader’s Climate Summit 2021
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In this episode of the podcast, I talked about the “Climate Summit” which happened last week on Thursday. Four years after President Donald Trump began to pull the US out of the landmark Paris climate agreement, President Joe Biden and his top officials are reengaging with world leaders and making aggressive commitments to cut greenhouse gas emissions. The Biden administration has an unequivocal message at the two-day Leaders Summit on Climate this week: America is back.
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Episode 40: "EARTH DAY"
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Earth Day is celebrated all over the world on 22 April 2020. This day is founded by American Senator Gaylard Nelson. Gaylard Nelson, first, drew America’s attention to the environmental side effects caused by American industrial development. Earth Day aims to “build the world’s largest environmental movement to drive transformative change for people and the planet.” The movement’s mission is “to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide.” The year 2021 marks Earth Day’s 51st anniversary. Each year, this day is assigned a different theme or area of focus; this year’s theme is “Restore...
Episode 39: Climate Models
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In this episode of the podcast, I have talked about “Climate Models.” Climate models are an important tool for scientists to understand the complexities of Earth’s climate. These computer simulations incorporate both theory and direct observations of the past and present in order to project climate into the future. Because of this synthesizing role, and because their output takes the recognizable shape of maps, these models lay an important foundation for political action on climate change.
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Climate models can be tested through forecasts based on initia...
Episode 38: World Water Day
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In this episode of the podcast, I have talked about "World Water Day", which is celebrated on 22nd March each year. World Water Day, 22 March 2021, is about what water means to people, its true value and how we can better protect this vital resource.
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A staggering 784 million people live without basic access to clean water. That’s roughly 1 in 10 people on earth. For every $1 invested in safe water and sanitation, a yield of $5 to $28 USD is returned in increased economic activity and reduced health care costs. Cli...
Episode 37: Polar Vortex
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In this episode of the podcast, I have talked about “Polar Vortex” and Professor Darryn Waugh investigation on how polar vortices interact with the rest of the atmosphere, and the ways in which they can impact our weather.
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The strong circumpolar westerlies that define the stratospheric polar vortex maximize at around 60o latitude, from just above the tropopause (~100 hPa) into the mesosphere (above 1 hPa). The stratospheric vortex can also be defined by the coherent region of low geopotential height that is enclosed by the westerlies. The stratos...
