Alex Epstein

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Alex Epstein @AlexEpstein

Even though we obviously need to factor in fossil fuels’ benefits, not just their negative side-effects, most designated experts totally fail to do this. E.g., “expert” Michael Mann 100% ignores fossil fuels’ unique agricultural benefits in his book on fossil fuels and climate. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Aug. 31, 2022

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Irrefutable principle 1: Factor in fossil fuels’ benefits When we’re evaluating what to do about any technology we must factor in not only its negative side-effects but also its benefits. E.g., oil-powered equipment and natural gas fertilizer are crucial to feeding 8B people. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Aug. 31, 2022

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Irrefutable principle 2: Factor in fossil fuels’ “climate mastery benefits” One huge benefit we get from fossil fuels is the ability to *master* climate danger—e.g., fossil fueled cooling, heating, irrigation—which can potentially neutralize FFs’ negative climate impacts. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Aug. 31, 2022