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mr_lebowski

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1. It would SEEM not, but that's based on the supposition that 'fossil fuels' can be replaced

Reply to Yavin4 (Original post)

Mon Jan 7, 2019, 01:47 PM

Jan 2019

By far more carbon neutral energy sources ... whilst maintaining something REMOTELY APPROACHING the standard of living we currently enjoy ... as a result of their exclusive utilization.

Which is a FAR, FAR from 'proven supposition' ... at this juncture.

Just sayin' ...

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If you believe that climate change is an existential threat to humanity on this planet... [View all] Yavin4 Jan 2019 OP

It would SEEM not, but that's based on the supposition that 'fossil fuels' can be replaced mr_lebowski Jan 2019 #1

Look in Europe. It is NOT far from proven. nt Ferrets are Cool Jan 2019 #3

Dude, yeah it is ... mr_lebowski Jan 2019 #4

You'll then provide us with the objective numbers and cost/benefit analysis? LanternWaste Jan 2019 #6

Someone else claimed 'it's proven' ... I'm saying ... nope it isn't. mr_lebowski Jan 2019 #8

Also comprehensive sex education, easily accessed contraception and abortion services, RockRaven Jan 2019 #2

Excellent point ... population reduction is the only practical solution to climate change ... mr_lebowski Jan 2019 #5

It's too late Mosby Jan 2019 #7

That too will necessitate a major hike in taxes Yavin4 Jan 2019 #9

This message was self-deleted by its author elocs Jan 2019 #10