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Always Adding More: The Unpopular Reality about Energy Transitions with Jean-Baptiste Fressoz

The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens

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Critique of Humanity's Energy Aspirations

This chapter critiques humanity's grand narratives surrounding technology and space colonization, questioning the sincerity of these aspirations. It explores historical and contemporary energy consumption patterns, including the implications of imperialism and capitalism, while highlighting misconceptions about energy transitions. By examining the relationship between renewable technologies and traditional resources, it emphasizes the complexity and challenges inherent in shifting our energy landscape.

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