This is, I think, one of the most important topics of discussion in human society. However, it's also a very wide topic that covers everything from climatology to the policies of international governing bodies, so in an attempt to guide discussion somewhat, I'll focus my post on anthropogenic climate change.
Now, for those who are not familiar with this topic, anthropogenic climate change refers to the theory that human being are causing and will continue to cause significant changes in the general climate of the planet, through various means (use of fossil fuels, deforestation, etc). The current science on the matter overwhelmingly supports the notion that this concept is very real, and that the changes in climate will markedly and adversely affect the human population.
I believe that the only way to mitigate the impact of this phenomenon is through globally coordinated government intervention. The reduction of fossil fuels is the most important step, followed by investment in alternative energy, followed by reforestation efforts. I think solar power and nuclear power are the most practical and cost-effective alternative sources of energy, and I think the government should subsidizes these, with money gained from increased taxes on gasoline and related products. I can elaborate a lot on this, if anyone is interested, as this is something I've thought about quite a bit.
I realize that the political non-viability of these options, just as I realize that our children are more than likely going to face the full brunt of the consequences of our short-sightedness...but I'm hoping like hell otherwise.
Feel free to agree, disagree, and/or post about some topic (related to the environment) that you find interesting!
Now, for those who are not familiar with this topic, anthropogenic climate change refers to the theory that human being are causing and will continue to cause significant changes in the general climate of the planet, through various means (use of fossil fuels, deforestation, etc). The current science on the matter overwhelmingly supports the notion that this concept is very real, and that the changes in climate will markedly and adversely affect the human population.
I believe that the only way to mitigate the impact of this phenomenon is through globally coordinated government intervention. The reduction of fossil fuels is the most important step, followed by investment in alternative energy, followed by reforestation efforts. I think solar power and nuclear power are the most practical and cost-effective alternative sources of energy, and I think the government should subsidizes these, with money gained from increased taxes on gasoline and related products. I can elaborate a lot on this, if anyone is interested, as this is something I've thought about quite a bit.
I realize that the political non-viability of these options, just as I realize that our children are more than likely going to face the full brunt of the consequences of our short-sightedness...but I'm hoping like hell otherwise.
Feel free to agree, disagree, and/or post about some topic (related to the environment) that you find interesting!