I am going to do a series of posts making a case for why we have a moral obligation to take action on CO2 emissions and to do so right away. I am aware I am writing to a deeply skeptical and probably jaded audience.

As is customary, I’m going to start with a quick explanation of my “credentials.” Geoff B told me that he has been studying Global Warming since the 80s and sent me links to his favorite pro and con global warming websites. He didn’t say how many hours he’s spent studying this topic, but it sounds like its hundreds or maybe even thousands of hours by now. Probably many of you have equivalent amounts of experience studying these issues. What can I possibly say to someone that knowledgeable on the topic? I really better have good credentials so that I can command some real authority, right? Continue reading →