The problem with organic CO2 sinks is that they die at some point, decompose and return that CO2 into the air. We could of course somehow bury them really deep and hope that it never comes back up. That's already been done by nature some couple million years ago, also worked pretty well, at least until one species was stupid enough to dig it back out.
We'd have to put younger people into office, all right, but for another reason: They will still be alive in 30 years and live in the hellhole they'd create. Those in power today know fucking well that they'll be dead in 30 years.
We're already at stage 4? That developed quickly, just weeks ago we still had discussions in phase 2.
For those unfamiliar with them, the 4 stages of climate denial:
1. There is no climate change. 2. Ok, there is a climate change, but it's normal, not man made. 3. Ok, it is man made, but it's been warmer before, so no problem. 4. Ok, it is a problem, but it's too late anyway.
The beauty is that, no matter what stage we're on, we needn't do anything about it.
The point is that I can call my country "the most holy and pious democratic republic of Generistan" and make it an atheistic anarchy. Names don't have power and they don't mean anything in politics.
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There are really still people visiting webpages without adblockers?
It becomes your problem when the rabbits start landing on your beaches. Take a look at Europe, it already started over there.
Jeesh, if you make the announcer at buzzword bingo the first person calls BINGO before you're halfway through your speech.
The problem with organic CO2 sinks is that they die at some point, decompose and return that CO2 into the air. We could of course somehow bury them really deep and hope that it never comes back up. That's already been done by nature some couple million years ago, also worked pretty well, at least until one species was stupid enough to dig it back out.
So making sure seatbelts and airbags work instead of hitting the brakes, gotcha.
What I always wondered, is there also an orthodise? Because I'd rather go there, paradise sounds like it's kinda distant and removed.
I know, the discussion is getting kinda meta now.
"They favour a room of 25C (77F) compared with 22C (72F) for men"
Jesus christ are they fucking cold-blooded reptiles?
I think I saw that porn...
We'd have to put younger people into office, all right, but for another reason: They will still be alive in 30 years and live in the hellhole they'd create. Those in power today know fucking well that they'll be dead in 30 years.
We're already at stage 4? That developed quickly, just weeks ago we still had discussions in phase 2.
For those unfamiliar with them, the 4 stages of climate denial:
1. There is no climate change.
2. Ok, there is a climate change, but it's normal, not man made.
3. Ok, it is man made, but it's been warmer before, so no problem.
4. Ok, it is a problem, but it's too late anyway.
The beauty is that, no matter what stage we're on, we needn't do anything about it.
Back when Chernobyl blew up, they only hat dosimeters that could measure up to 3.6 R/h. Which was fine.
All we have to do is develop thermometers that can only measure up to 2 degrees in change and we're set.
If you don't want to buy from abroad, it's time to make your own.
But when I look at the quality we usually get from our outsourced "partners"... I have a hunch I know why you don't.
No drugs?
Damn, there's always a catch.
Whoever came up with Yoda's speech pattern really loved postfix notation...
Muahahah, see, nobody asks about the USA or USSR when you bring Nazi Germany on the table! It's like shooting 100,000 Iranians and two dentists.
Yes, and for the same reason, they tried to force their customers to do business the way they wanted because, hey, you can't get around us.
Li'l hint to all corporations and governments that are likewise arrogant: Yes, we can get around you. One way or another.
You mean the reason the lady at the grocery store looks strange at me is that I buy condoms and doggy treats together?
A few more such zingers and you have a standup routine.
The point is that I can call my country "the most holy and pious democratic republic of Generistan" and make it an atheistic anarchy. Names don't have power and they don't mean anything in politics.
No, but such wet towels usually learn what it's like to be on the receiving end of domestic violence.
No, really, just because it once works against you? Why do you hate capitalism? They just make better offers!
All DST really changes for me is that I come to work an hour later during Summer.
Oh, the humanities!
(sorry, I know, bad pun... but when do you get to say it?)
Hmm... all I said was that you identified the problem and completed the first step to change, where did I say that you shouldn't?
What's that "Long term" you keep mentioning? On another note, where is your quarter report?
Ether was decommissioned in 1897 due to budget cuts, don't worry.