Mainstream "green" narratives and climate strategies are focused on rapid electrification. But is a world full of electric cars actually sustainable, or do we need more radical transformation?
Nick, why the heck did I buy solar panels then??! Their production must be equally costly as far as resources go. I suppose that this topic suggests a slower growth of renewable energy sources and electric of battery vehicles is better than rapid replacement. It’s probably better to use and repair something (like a car) for as long as possible before replacing it and to not purchase more vehicles or driving more than you need. Dang it
2. Sell your gas car, to drive the price of used gas cars down, and encourage other people from buying a new gas car.
3. Buy a new electric car, to send a message to the manufacturer that these are good.
4. Charge your car battery with your rooftop solar panels.
5. Be patient while the gas car system phases out.
We need to start taking action. Debating about imbedded energy is not taking action, it is freezing in the headlights of climate change. That would make us roadkill.
Nick, why the heck did I buy solar panels then??! Their production must be equally costly as far as resources go. I suppose that this topic suggests a slower growth of renewable energy sources and electric of battery vehicles is better than rapid replacement. It’s probably better to use and repair something (like a car) for as long as possible before replacing it and to not purchase more vehicles or driving more than you need. Dang it
Here's a plan.
1. Do not buy a new gas car.
2. Sell your gas car, to drive the price of used gas cars down, and encourage other people from buying a new gas car.
3. Buy a new electric car, to send a message to the manufacturer that these are good.
4. Charge your car battery with your rooftop solar panels.
5. Be patient while the gas car system phases out.
We need to start taking action. Debating about imbedded energy is not taking action, it is freezing in the headlights of climate change. That would make us roadkill.
This is an awesome talk pertaining to this issue!
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