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[discussion] we have officially entered uncharted territory (europe.pub)
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am honestly scared for the future. what are we supposed to do?

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[–] 1 point 17 hours ago (1 child)

Am I missing something or does this completely miss the first law of thermodynamics?

All energy generated is 'thermal pollution', whether you use it to run a heater, move a boat, or dig a hole in the ground.

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  • [–] 2 points 15 hours ago

    Solar heating input is 10000 times larger than all energy consumption. Solar energy is also net 0 thermal emissions, and less net thermal gain at low albedo solar capture, than fuel based energy. The problem with GHG emissions is that they reduce the heat loss of the planet. Albedo (white roofs and ice caps) help with global cooling too.

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