tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post3442447323406549456..comments2023-12-30T17:31:11.883+00:00Comments on The Solitary Walker: Warming UpThe Solitary Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11284354541952038339noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post-19532867810077410352010-12-07T11:17:05.822+00:002010-12-07T11:17:05.822+00:00It is baffling that leaders do not take action aga...It is baffling that leaders do not take action against the gradual destruction of the planet that is their home.Raph G. Neckmannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02468502742144495020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post-40636848036613865442010-12-07T09:03:42.192+00:002010-12-07T09:03:42.192+00:00Yes, I read that piece in Saturday's Guardian,...Yes, I read that piece in Saturday's Guardian, Friko. As everyone squabbles and looks to their own interests, the temperature is rising inexorably.<br /><br />Ruth, I agree - I think it's hugely important it's kept on the agenda.The Solitary Walkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11284354541952038339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post-17502428874817443712010-12-06T17:25:00.331+00:002010-12-06T17:25:00.331+00:00I am continually amazed at the heads in the sand a...I am continually amazed at the heads in the sand about climate change. It IS good that you and others keep writing about this, even though others seem to ignore it. We can address climate change even while we address global recession.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post-74149579450106799032010-12-06T12:56:06.430+00:002010-12-06T12:56:06.430+00:00I certainly won't hold my breath.
Did you see ...I certainly won't hold my breath.<br />Did you see what the Guardian had to say about Cancun at the weekend?<br />I wish I could be as upbeat as George, but I can't see much hope that vested commercial interests won't prevail.<br /><br />All the same, let's plod on and do our own bit, at the very least.Frikohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04277167831642088694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post-41603339597543114342010-12-06T10:59:32.337+00:002010-12-06T10:59:32.337+00:00Of course not, Laura - be my guest!Of course not, Laura - be my guest!The Solitary Walkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11284354541952038339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post-37081089778305343112010-12-06T00:19:40.329+00:002010-12-06T00:19:40.329+00:00Thank you for this post. Do you mind if I put it ...Thank you for this post. Do you mind if I put it on my Facebook page for others to read?Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01886493225675415790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post-13833293213870522532010-12-05T20:42:24.281+00:002010-12-05T20:42:24.281+00:00Yes, I agree with you, George - two enormous probl...Yes, I agree with you, George - two enormous problems are the US Republicans' anti-climate science stance, and the Chinese commitment to cheap coal.<br /><br />Just been reading an interview with Bill McKibben whose new book is either just out or just about to be published. He predicted all this many years ago but, of course, nobody would listen...The Solitary Walkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11284354541952038339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8319797996494487653.post-20690843680768543062010-12-05T20:20:00.915+00:002010-12-05T20:20:00.915+00:00The scientific evidence of global warming is indis...The scientific evidence of global warming is indisputable. In my country, however, every significant reform effort meets the resistance of conservatives who assert that the warming is part of natural cycles, rather than the result of human activity. This is part and parcel of the arrogant and disgusting argument in favor of "American exceptionalsim," the notion that the United States can do no wrong because of its ideals, its heritage, and its vision. <br /><br />Beyond the problems in my own country, there is, of course, China, which plans to use coal generated electricity to fuel the expansion of its enormous economy. We should not give up, however. All progress originates with minorities. We must avoid the temptation of cynicism and continue to press these issues in all available venues, including these blogs. Glad to see that you wrote about this, and let us hope that you have a little warming over your way.Georgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03959953035812596907noreply@blogger.com