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Except the commons in this case is a shared atmosphere. Unless we get other countries to agree to equally punitive actions, all we end up doing is giving them t
by glitchc 2y ago
Except the commons in this case is a shared atmosphere. Unless we get other countries to agree to equally punitive actions, all we end up doing is giving them the license to accelerate their economies at our expense.
- nmz 2y agoIts a shared atmosphere, so they will suffer the effects of it equally. This isn't a "just the US" type of thing. if you suffer from hurricanes or monsoons, earthquakes, and so on, it is in your best interest to reduce the effects of pollution. China was the biggest polluter, they still are, but they are taking measures. We also haven't agreed to punitive actions, tax credits incentivize cleaning, but there is barely any punishment or accounting of it. Else coal which is probably the worst form of energy production would not exist.
- s1artibartfast 2y agoSometimes you need to lead by example and bear costs if you want change.