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It’s time to put fossil fuels in the rearview mirror
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:12 am
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:12 am
It’s time to put fossil fuels in the rearview mirror
This week, climate leaders and activists from across the globe will converge in New York for the annual Climate Week activities on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meeting. They do so at an important moment in the lead-up to the U.N. Climate Change Conference in Dubai (COP28), where nations are set to review their progress toward the goals of the Paris Agreement.
For anyone who doesn’t feel like waiting that long, nature provided an unscheduled interim report this summer, in the form of raging wildfires in Canada and Maui, unprecedented ocean temperatures in Florida and the hottest month on record in 120,000 years. And science warns that the worst is still on the horizon unless humanity acts decisively to curb carbon pollution.
What does that mean for us in the U.S.?
Fossil-fueled power plants are responsible for some 40 percent of all carbon dioxide pollution. By comparison, in 2022, renewable energy from sources like wind and solar prevented 600 million tons of carbon emissions. Our path is clear: We need to quickly pivot and make renewable energy the mainstay, not the alternative. And as the second-largest annual emitter after China, and historically the largest cumulative contributor, the U.S. can and must lead the way.
But first we need to win hearts and minds. Today, a mere 31 percent of U.S. adults advocate for completely transitioning away from fossil fuels. The younger generation is more supportive, with 42 percent in favor of decarbonization. But that means a solid majority still envisions a future where fossil fuels coexist with renewables. To sway them, our energy transition narrative must highlight the broader benefits: job opportunities, health improvements and energy security.
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This week, climate leaders and activists from across the globe will converge in New York for the annual Climate Week activities on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meeting. They do so at an important moment in the lead-up to the U.N. Climate Change Conference in Dubai (COP28), where nations are set to review their progress toward the goals of the Paris Agreement.
For anyone who doesn’t feel like waiting that long, nature provided an unscheduled interim report this summer, in the form of raging wildfires in Canada and Maui, unprecedented ocean temperatures in Florida and the hottest month on record in 120,000 years. And science warns that the worst is still on the horizon unless humanity acts decisively to curb carbon pollution.
What does that mean for us in the U.S.?
Fossil-fueled power plants are responsible for some 40 percent of all carbon dioxide pollution. By comparison, in 2022, renewable energy from sources like wind and solar prevented 600 million tons of carbon emissions. Our path is clear: We need to quickly pivot and make renewable energy the mainstay, not the alternative. And as the second-largest annual emitter after China, and historically the largest cumulative contributor, the U.S. can and must lead the way.
But first we need to win hearts and minds. Today, a mere 31 percent of U.S. adults advocate for completely transitioning away from fossil fuels. The younger generation is more supportive, with 42 percent in favor of decarbonization. But that means a solid majority still envisions a future where fossil fuels coexist with renewables. To sway them, our energy transition narrative must highlight the broader benefits: job opportunities, health improvements and energy security.
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Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:13 am to djmed
Is the author aware that everything he used to write that article is fossil fuel based? From his plastic keyboard to the wires that carry the internet to his router.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:14 am to djmed
If they are against nuclear power, they aren't serious.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:15 am to djmed
We aren’t there yet, will take another 10-20 years, but they are forcing it at the expense of everything, knowing that all the other large population economies aren’t doing a damn thing, and any contribution on are part is just a fart in the wind
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:16 am to djmed
The fires in Canada were started by climate activists. The fires in Maui were started by government incompetence and corporate neglect.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:18 am to djmed
Please stop calling petroleum 'fossil fuel.' It is naturally produced by the planet's core.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:19 am to djmed
Stick those whale killing windmills and Chinese enriching solar panels up your stupid arse.
Its the Chinas and Pakis that are the big pollutants...
Pick up your stupid signs and go after them you Fascists a-holes and do not penalize the US self sufficient energy reserves.
Enough is enough.
Its the Chinas and Pakis that are the big pollutants...
Pick up your stupid signs and go after them you Fascists a-holes and do not penalize the US self sufficient energy reserves.
Enough is enough.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:21 am to djmed
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It’s time to put fossil fuels in the rearview mirror
I do. Every time I fill up and pull back on to the highway.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:33 am to CamdenTiger
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We aren’t there yet, will take another 10-20 years, but they are forcing it at the expense of everything, knowing that all the other large population economies aren’t doing a damn thing, and any contribution on are part is just a fart in the wind
I think it's likely longer than 10-20 years before carbon based sources for base load energy production are replaced. The current Green technologies for generating electricity are insufficient and incapable of meeting base load energy production in the US. The only feasible base load energy source outside of carbon based fuels is nuclear and it appears there is great resistance to build dozens of more fission reactor power plants.
Maybe a viable fusion reactor is developed in the next 10-20 years, that would be a massive step in the reduction of carbon based energy.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:35 am to djmed
How stupidly ignorant do you believe the younger generation to be?
Regardless, energy should be free. Even Tesla was aware of the abundance of free energy!!
Regardless, energy should be free. Even Tesla was aware of the abundance of free energy!!
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:36 am to djmed
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carbon dioxide pollution
CO2 is NOT a pollutant
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:38 am to stout
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Is the author aware that everything he used to write that article is fossil fuel based? From his plastic keyboard to the wires that carry the internet to his router.
They think they will be OK because they “fight the good fight”. They won’t POSSIBLY be in the plebes who are living in the dark burning cow shite if this happens. If there are even cows left since they also get blamed for the greenhouse effect.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:38 am to Timeoday
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energy should be free
Ok.
But how do you put that free energy in your house or car?
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:39 am to djmed
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It’s time to put fossil fuels in the rearview mirror
Just another hollow headed stooge! This years heat was most likely from the effects of the Tonga eruption
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:40 am to teke184
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They think they will be OK because they “fight the good fight”.
I don't even know if it's that. I think it's nihilism. They know they are destroying society.
This post was edited on 9/18/23 at 10:41 am
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:40 am to ksayetiger
Posted on 9/18/23 at 10:43 am to Ribbed
No, these idiots make exceptions for anyone who preaches the right thing, regardless of their own actions, while deriding people who live right but don’t proselytize their bullshite.
I use the example of a green idiot I know circa 2004, who hates W and loved Gore.
When I brought up the carbon footprint of Gore’s mansions and personal activities vs W’s ecologically friendly ranch, he went full fascist and said that he hated W for not forcing everyone to live like he did but Gore gets a pass for pushing for what he wanted.
Hence why I don’t take greenie idiots seriously.
I use the example of a green idiot I know circa 2004, who hates W and loved Gore.
When I brought up the carbon footprint of Gore’s mansions and personal activities vs W’s ecologically friendly ranch, he went full fascist and said that he hated W for not forcing everyone to live like he did but Gore gets a pass for pushing for what he wanted.
Hence why I don’t take greenie idiots seriously.
Posted on 9/18/23 at 11:23 am to djmed
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climate leaders and activists from across the globe will converge in New York
Any reports detailing the method of transportation these climate warriors will be using to attend the conference?
Posted on 9/18/23 at 11:25 am to SouthPlains
It will be powered by good vibes and unicorn farts.
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