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The Benefits of Fossil Fuels for Energy Production
05:25 - 11:56 (06:31)
While the issue of climate change should involve the physical effects of rising CO2 levels on the climate system, the benefits of fossil fuels for energy production should not be ignored, as they allow us to use machines to produce value. People often think of climate change as purely a scientific issue without considering the benefits of fossil fuels.
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Philosopher and author Alex Epstein explains the role philosophy plays in discussions about energy policies and why it's essential to learn how to think clearly about complex issues like fossil fuels.
05:25 - 06:34 (01:09)
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Philosopher and author Alex Epstein explains the role philosophy plays in discussions about energy policies and why it's essential to learn how to think clearly about complex issues like fossil fuels.
ChapterThe Benefits of Fossil Fuels for Energy Production
Episode#324 - Alex Epstein - Can Fossil Fuels Save The World?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The world's obsession with renewable energy is not necessarily a scientific issue, but rather a philosophical one.
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The world's obsession with renewable energy is not necessarily a scientific issue, but rather a philosophical one. Why not prioritize cost effective energy or low-carbon energy instead?
ChapterThe Benefits of Fossil Fuels for Energy Production
Episode#324 - Alex Epstein - Can Fossil Fuels Save The World?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The issue of climate change involves various aspects, from physical sciences to energy economics and policy-making, with wide-ranging ramifications on the world's economy and productivity.
08:08 - 09:59 (01:50)
Summary
The issue of climate change involves various aspects, from physical sciences to energy economics and policy-making, with wide-ranging ramifications on the world's economy and productivity.
ChapterThe Benefits of Fossil Fuels for Energy Production
Episode#324 - Alex Epstein - Can Fossil Fuels Save The World?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Fossil fuels provide energy that allows us to use machines to produce value and can neutralize the negative potential impacts of rising CO2.
09:59 - 11:56 (01:56)
Summary
Fossil fuels provide energy that allows us to use machines to produce value and can neutralize the negative potential impacts of rising CO2. We need to consider the benefits of fossil fuels when examining climate change impacts rather than focusing solely on the negative effects.