Well I still feel duped as does RA but for a different reason which even Simon Evans won't debate. If the Western world went to all electric vehicles tomorrow (which of course is not possible) it would not make a significant difference to the progress of climate change, the majority of factors effecting climate change are generated in the non western countries. The single biggest issue that no one wants to tackle is the rampant destruction of the worlds Rain Forrest's, this in itself is the catastrophic catalyst in climate change but also the most difficult factor to challenge. EVs make the western wealthy feel better and able to blame the rest for not making an effort, but still pollute the oceans and purchase palm oil based products, meat, etc.
Here is something to think about; the cruise line industry has exploded over the last 20 years with the ships getting ever bigger and more prolific, all for our pleasure. There are around 500 cruise ships in operation globally carrying around 600,000 passengers, more than ever before and I bet a number on this forum go cruising. On average a cruise ship smokestack produces the emissions equivalent of 12000 automobiles a day, let's not get into the oil bilge water, human waste and damage to habitats.
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