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Techno-optimism is destructive when it gives people an excuse for inaction. If you're actually putting a lot of effort or resources into a possible solution, th
by DennisP 4y ago
Techno-optimism is destructive when it gives people an excuse for inaction. If you're actually putting a lot of effort or resources into a possible solution, that's the opposite of inaction.
Plenty of people are tackling the political side of things, with a notable lack of success. I'm glad there are people working hard on the technological breakthroughs that could make the task a lot easier.
- wahnfrieden 4y agour talking about vc who got us into this mess and continue to invest in consumerism and growth at all costs, not a bystander that stepped in to save the day
- DennisP 4y agoIt's not "vc" who got us burning vast amounts of oil and coal. That predates modern vc, and isn't even exclusive to capitalism. The Soviets and communist China were enthusiastic participants.