Future Tense
Considering unintended consequences is the new crucial skill for the 21th century
Sep 17, 2023
Exploring unintended consequences in our complex world, from nuclear weapons to green energy. The challenges of global emission reductions and battery recycling. Understanding the distinction between complexity and complication. The impact of refrigeration on food production, diet, and society. The importance of systems thinking in addressing social and environmental challenges.
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- Tightening regulations on sulfur emissions from ships as part of the green energy revolution has unintentionally increased warming of the oceans and worsened climate change impacts.
- The lack of standardization in electric vehicle battery production has created challenges for recycling, resulting in inefficient and wasteful processes.
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Unintended consequences of the green energy revolution
One unintended consequence of the green energy revolution is the decrease in sulfur emissions from ships due to tightening regulations. While this may seem like a positive outcome, the lower levels of sulfur in the air have led to more sunlight reaching the oceans, resulting in increased warming and worsening climate change impacts.
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