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“The dream of a smooth energy transition is little more than a comforting shared illusion” – Pt. 1 of 2
“The dream of a smooth energy transition is little more than a comforting shared illusion” – Pt. 1 of 2 Moreover, says Dr. William Rees, even if it were possible, it would not solve climate change and would exacerbate the real existential threat facing society, namely overshoot. — William Rees “Climate-change and other environmental organizations urge governments […]
Don’t blame capitalism. Capitalism itself isn’t “bad”; it’s the effects that are bad. — Nate Hagens
Don’t blame capitalism. Capitalism itself isn’t “bad”; it’s the effects that are bad. — Nate Hagens Capitalism has allowed us to throw a two-century party – We trashed the place, drank the booze, burned the furniture — It’s time to wake up, act like adults, and behave responsibly. — Nate Hagens “Here in America when bad […]
George Monbiot champions wealth taxes on ultra-rich as best way to prevent environmental collapse
George Monbiot champions wealth taxes on ultra-rich as best way to prevent environmental collapse Why do we tolerate the massive environmental impacts of the very rich? Most of our dysfunctions are caused by pandering to the rich. — George Monbiot “Why do we tolerate the massive environmental impacts of the very rich? Most of our dysfunctions […]
Satirical video slices and dices deceit of governments’ “Net-Zero by 2050” COP-26 pledges
Satirical video slices and dices deceit of governments’ “Net-Zero by 2050” COP-26 pledges Fact is, say scientists, that “Net-Zero by 2050” really means we’re “net-fucked by 2050.” — CAUTION: Readers may find the word “fucked” in this piece offensive. Personally, I find the reference to “government deceit” far more disturbing. “The latest satirical video from The […]
Reporter’s call for Trudeau to grow the economy ignores threat to humanity’s very survival
Reporter’s call for Trudeau to grow the economy ignores threat to humanity’s very survival Read my critical letter in reply to reporter John Ivison, of the National Post, who wrote the article. — My letter to John Ivison Dear John Ivison, Your article “How Trudeau wasted a chance to spark Canadian economic growth during the pandemic” […]
Unrelenting economic growth on a finite planet is laying waste to entire living systems
Unrelenting economic growth on a finite planet is laying waste to entire living systems Meanwhile, governments everywhere are talking about “supercharging our economy.” — No 2784 by fw, October 5, 2021— George Monbiot “There is a box labelled ‘climate’, in which politicians discuss the climate crisis. There is a box named ‘biodiversity’, in which they discuss […]
How Democrat and Republican parties work together against “We, the People”: Ralph Nader explains
How Democrat and Republican parties work together against “We, the People”: Ralph Nader explains Politicians from both parties exploit voters on behalf of their big corporate bosses. — polarized – divided or cause to be divided into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs. ***** Ralph Nader the Warrior “‘Polarization’ is the word most associated […]
The old wars are over. Welcome to Biden’s new wars
The old wars are over. Welcome to Biden’s new wars Biden begins his first address to the UN General Assemble with a lie: “…the U.S. is not at war.” — Joe Lauria “Joe Biden, in his first address to the United Nations General Assembly, told world leaders Tuesday: ‘I stand here today, for the first time […]
Richard Heinberg explores the flawed thinking behind proposed solutions to climate change
Richard Heinberg explores the flawed thinking behind proposed solutions to climate change He explains why real climate progress will require large numbers of people in wealthy countries to forgo forms of power they currently enjoy. — ***** “power — the ability to do something, the ability to get someone else to do something, or the ability […]
The prolific, inimitable Nate Hagens strikes again: This time with a new book on the human predicament
The prolific, inimitable Nate Hagens strikes again: This time with a new book on the human predicament “This will be the century which tests the human potential for mediocrity against the human potential for greatness.” — … “Earth’s currently most successful large creature is now in a predicament; a predicament brought about by a compelling combination of […]
Myth #22: Nate Hagens discredits claim “We Can Always Get More Resources If We Have More Money”
Myth #22: Nate Hagens discredits claim “We Can Always Get More Resources If We Have More Money” “We can create money, but we cannot create energy, only extract what exists — FASTER.” “We can create money, but we cannot create energy, only extract what exists — FASTER. And importantly, when money is created the interest is […]
Myth #19: Nate Hagens dismisses the insistence we can achieve Net Zero!! (by 2050 or any date)
Myth #19: Nate Hagens dismisses the insistence we can achieve Net Zero!! (by 2050 or any date) “When people use the term “Net Zero” it’s mostly shorthand for maintaining economic growth while doing some magical technological salvation in the future.” — “There is an increasingly popular theme in climate change media called “Net Zero emissions.” The […]
Is the National Observer intentionally ignoring reports by/about leading climate scientists?
Is the National Observer intentionally ignoring reports by/about leading climate scientists? Why has Observer reporter not responded to my email promoting work of Dr. Nate Hagens? On May 31, I sent a polite email to National Observer reporter Chris Hatch in response to his open invitation to readers to share “comments or suggestions” related to his efforts as […]
COLLAPSE! — Think of collapse as a drastic and chaotic reduction in energy and resource use
COLLAPSE! — Think of collapse as a drastic and chaotic reduction in energy and resource use “… my fundamentally conservative core requires a default position that collapse is the most likely outcome,” says physicist Tom Murphy. — Tom Murphy “The first thing I should say is that the word ‘collapse’ freaks me out. I don’t use […]
Our rapid ascent in energy and resource use has distorted our view of “normal”
Our rapid ascent in energy and resource use has distorted our view of “normal” The new reality warns we are on a collision course with Earth’s finite limits —– Tom Murphy “The delirious ascent in energy and resource use witnessed over the past few centuries has been accomplished via the rapid, accelerating expenditure of a one-time […]
