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Are we the last generation -- or the first sustainable one? | Hannah Ritchie

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The Pace of Change in Environmental Technologies: A Cause for Optimism

The pace of change in environmental technologies like solar, wind, batteries, and electric vehicles has been rapid. Just a few years ago, these technologies were not widely adopted, but now they are experiencing significant growth. This gives me optimism for the future. However, the transition to renewable energy is not happening fast enough, especially in poorer and industrialized countries like China. We have the opportunity to make a change, but we need to act faster. I consider myself an impatient optimist who believes that we can achieve our goals, but we must accelerate our efforts.

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