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What Caused the Devastating California Fires and What Could Have Prevented Them? Edward Ring Explains

American Thought Leaders

CHAPTER

Navigating Environmental Complexity

This chapter examines the intricate challenges of environmentalism, particularly in the context of climate science and policy-making. It discusses the influence of special interests on environmental regulations and the implications of crony environmentalism, highlighting economic factors entwined with renewable energy projects. Additionally, the chapter explores the critical relationship between wildfire management, insurance industries, and regulatory reform in California's ongoing struggle with fire risks.

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