09-28-2021, 02:58 PM
(This post was last modified: 09-28-2021, 03:22 PM by Eric the Green.)
(09-27-2021, 06:56 PM)pbrower2a Wrote:(09-27-2021, 03:18 PM)galaxy Wrote: It's already happening, at a gradual pace that began to pick up in the early 2010s. Personally, I'm actually not that concerned and don't see it as a major future problem, though obviously it would be better if the problem were solved now.
When we run out of petroleum, and most people are priced into either immobility or means of travel that do not depend on fossil fuels, then the car culture is over.
That's basic economics. Anything can be priced so far that people are compelled to seek alternatives.
I expect the car culture to continue, as electrified. It's too ingrained, and costs come down. Used electric cars will be available, although new batteries may be needed for them. Costs will come down for those too.
The only thing that holds me back buying an electric car now, besides cost, is how long I have to wait for a charge to complete if I run low on the road. Also, road repair/towing services need to adapt to electric cars, including portable charging in their trucks. Also, I don't drive much anyway now.
Hydrogen cars are another alternative being developed. Hydrogen will need to be available without using methane to make it, if this option is to make any difference as an alternative to fossil fuels.
More rail and mass transit is certainly another alternative that we need, and neighborhoods/business districts that are transit oriented. More working from home is a trend that could decrease congestion. Also, better city planning is needed, with more and cheaper housing in central cities and near industries. People need to work closer to where they live, and some industries (especially high tech) are moving out to exurbs and suburbs.
Talk on a small discussion board is nice, but we need action. Contacting Senator Manchin right now, whether you live in WV or not, is the absolute necessity if we are to start making these alternatives through Biden's Build Back Better Bill (BBBBB) and suspending the filibuster to pass the voting rights acts. Without these, the odds severely decrease for any action to save our country and our world. Please contact him today; this is being decided right now. Email is easy. https://www.manchin.senate.gov/contact-joe