Attack on Climate

Wind Power Clouds by Hans Klamm

Here is a “fun” article by BILL MCKIBBEN about climate change. It is a little edgy, humorous comparing the “attack on climate science” to the “O.J. moment” and leads me to think about the lack of dialog between the two camps – the believers (as if it were a religion) and the deniers of climate change. I have some friends who are skeptics of climate change science (skepticism is a healthy thing) and we get along just fine. In fact, some of them are advocates of my work to the point of giving me advice on how to engage others in adopting sustainable practices. Like sustainability, science is a journey. A journey about understanding and enhancing life. We have enough science to make the decisions that will benefit us all in a short period of time and it involves changing what we do. It’s hard though…to change life style… or is it?

My life has altered for the better by making more and more complex steps to reduce my total impacts personally and professionally. It has evolved into decision making that seeks to enhance my contributions to the planet (micro to macro – kids, family, community, globally) in positive ways within every activity I do daily. It’s fun and I love it! I help others to do it too!

As you read Bill’s essay, think about what you do daily and what impacts you are making both positive and negative? Whether you agree or disagree, I would enjoy your comments. I find the dialog is the most important place to start… and continue.