Re:Traffic and Pollution Plummet as U.S. Cities Shut Down
by bshacklett on Sunday March 22, 2020 @02:46PM
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Before anyone gets on a soapbox, here's a quick reminder that if you're reading this post, there's a good chance that you're part of that top 10%.
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Re:Traffic and Pollution Plummet as U.S. Cities Shut Down
by Apocryphon on Sunday March 22, 2020 @03:43PM
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Those in the developed west who get on those soapboxes probably already fall into crunchy green subcultures anyway and are cognizant of their own carbon footprints.
And the active HN reader, whether they fall into that camp or not, are unlikely to be in the actual part of that global 10% who dictate industrial policy that have far-reaching effects on the rest of the world.
Re:Traffic and Pollution Plummet as U.S. Cities Shut Down
by bshacklett on Sunday March 22, 2020 @07:00PM
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Our buying habits have a drastic effect on the rest of the world. Just look at Avocados and Chocolate for two ridiculous examples. The average American's love for both has had a huge impact on the lives of those who farm as well as deforestation in affected areas.
Just having our preferred foods year-round can completely change the lives of others. Just thinj about the effect that owning things like cars and houses has on the rest of the world.
Don't kid yourself. Like it or not you and I are part of the problem.