i've read this thread in it's entirety with great interest. however, i strongly believe the solutions to our current environmental (and economic) problems do not reside in washington d.c. or any state house. right or wrong, i strongly believe the solutions can only be made in our own respective communities.

it is up to us as individuals, and communities to reduce our own reliance on all forms of energy, regardless of how it is produced. yes, we need to find alternative sources to oil and coal for our future energy needs. for a community to survive the impending economic and environmental crisis we must generate our own power, and the only way that makes sense is by use of solar, wind and/or geothermal sources depending on which will be the most dependable in each community. of course hybrid systems appear to offer the most flexibility.

communities must become more resilient ("self sufficient") not only in matters of energy production, but in food, shelter, trade and all other needs of the given community, if they are to survive. the only seemingly viable way of achieving these goals is through what has become known as "transition initiatives" in communities around the globe.

there are no easy answers, and what we all face in the not-too-distant future will not be easily dealt with. only the strong and truly forward thinking who come together and work towards the singular goal of survival in their communities will succeed in what appears to be the greatest challenge thus far for human kind. with hope and unity and, above all, great sacrifice, especially for citizens of the one country that has contributed the most to our current dilemma, we can succeed. one thing is certain: change is coming.

OKAY, so I'm the "King" of typos!!

Not "electric president", "ELECTED president"!!!

Forgive me, Dennis!!On An interview with Dennis Kucinich about his presidential platform on energy and the environment posted 2 years, 1 month ago 34 Responses