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That is a good question. I would answer by avoiding it completely and just pointing out that I used to have to say to people: "Hey, give up something you love
by issa 4y ago
That is a good question. I would answer by avoiding it completely and just pointing out that I used to have to say to people:
"Hey, give up something you love to save the planet"
and now I can say:
"Hey, get solar panels and then you can blast your A/C this summer for free!"
- avgcorrection 4y agoIf BMW says that buying one of their EVs helps save the planet then that must be true. I was questioning whether these folks were really saving the planet. The retort to that is not “doesn’t matter because I can tell them/convince them that they are”.
- issa 4y agoCertainly buying a brand-new EV (from any company) isn't making a positive impact on the environment. But, writ large, switching from ICE to electric cars is a giant step in the right direction. So I think it's safe to call that one a wash. Most people buying a new EV would have been buying a new ICE car anyway, and it is much better to further the electrification of transportation. Even if taking public transportation--a sacrifice--would be more helpful.