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Downstream IRL: There’s No Such Thing As Green Capitalism w/ Andreas Malm
Nov 18, 2024
Andreas Malm, a human ecologist and author of works like Fossil Capital, joins Ash Sarkar to dissect the fraught politics surrounding climate change. They question the feasibility of technological solutions like BECCS and the proper limits for global warming. Malm critiques the delusions of green capitalism, arguing that it often prioritizes profit over genuine environmental efforts. The discussion also touches on the alarming risks linked to climate intervention technologies and the challenge of maintaining focus on climate amid global crises.
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- The reliance on unproven carbon capture technologies perpetuates the fossil fuel framework, distracting from immediate emissions reductions needed for climate action.
- Colombia's progressive transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy highlights how Global South nations can lead meaningful shifts in climate policies.
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Engagement Gap on Climate Crisis
There is a significant disparity between public awareness of the climate crisis and actual engagement with related content. Despite repeated surveys indicating audience demand for more climate crisis coverage, consumption metrics reveal low engagement levels with that content. As climate-related extreme weather events become more commonplace, the disconnect between understanding the urgency of the issue and willingness to actively engage remains apparent. This scenario raises questions about why society has become desensitized to the looming catastrophe of climate change.
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