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October 17, 2022September 19, 2024 drshortclimate

The problem(s) with techno-optimism, part 2

This is a continuation of the previous post with a similar title. Please start there before reading this, or it will not make a lot of sense! A) Green Energy Technology! Don’t get me wrong- we absolutely need innovation, creativity, and open-mindedness to face the future that growth capitalism has forged. However it is paramount … Continue reading The problem(s) with techno-optimism, part 2

January 13, 2022September 19, 2024 drshortclimate

Oh, Canada

The good news: the government of Canada is asking citizens to participate in a consultation on emission reduction and climate policy! Below2.org has a great toolkit for navigating the site. The bad news: the deadline to fill it out is tomorrow (the 14th), it was only available for one month- mostly over the holidays, and … Continue reading Oh, Canada

"Hope is a dangerous barrier to courageous action. In dark times, the miracle that saves the world is to act"
- Hannah Arendt

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