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by growlist 2618 days ago
It's possible to question without being a paid shill - overpopulation is relevant yet taboo, we are bound to an economic model that worships inexorable economic growth despite likely consequences for the planet that cannot be solved by innovation alone, the rich and powerful are disproportionate creators of CO2 and in unique position to influence yet apparently most show little true inclination to change matters, we are kept in the dark about the true scale of the changes required (which would leave our lifestyles unrecognisable compared to now - forget cars, forget flying, forget imported goods, forget cheap clothes, forget meat) and there are myriad other environmental issues that to my eyes are conveniently ignored in favour of the 'push global warming at all costs' directive. I care about the planet and want to see global warming tackled, but look past the rhetoric and there are discrepancies galore.