When We Are with Alex Steffen Why I Remain Optimistic
Jan 24, 2025
Discover a refreshing take on optimism as the speaker confronts traditional views, arguing that human resistance to change complicates the narrative. Explore innovative solutions for climate challenges, emphasizing the need for a shift to low or no carbon energy. Delve into historical resilience, drawing parallels to our current climate crisis and the urgency for action. Finally, embrace a cautious optimism, acknowledging ongoing challenges while highlighting transformative solutions that can drive meaningful progress.
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Not Hoping for Mystical Change
- Alex Steffen clarifies he's not optimistic about a sudden consciousness change.
- He believes improvement comes from better understanding and solutions, not mystical transformation.
Triangle of Burdenless
- Steffen introduces the "triangle of burdenless": endangerment, exposure, and inertia.
- These factors help foresee future realities, especially concerning climate action.
Decarbonization Progress
- Despite increasing CO2 emissions, progress in decarbonization is faster than before.
- Steffen believes a low-carbon or no-carbon energy system is inevitable.