In case 'linear' and 'parabolic' has to be visualized, this is it. When the vortexes manifested on October 4, 2002 the 'linear progression' of the Climate Crisis changed and accelerated.
There is no going back. This is a new reality for the global community. There is no returning to OLD consumer economics in that their will be fossil fuels in production of cars. It just isn't possible, anymore.
Oh, there is so called "Natural Gas" but that is methane. Methane is one of the most potent greenhouse gases on earth. Releases of methane into the atmosphere does far more damage then releases of carbon dioxide. Every molecule of 'natural gas'/ methane that is burned for energy to harness the power of the HYDROGEN of the molecule produces one molecule of carbon dioxide. There is no real advantage to using methane as a 'tomorrow' source of energy. It is far too late for that.
...Natural-gas powered passenger cars may be getting closer to going mainstream in the US. (click title to entry - thank you)
General Motors signed an agreement with Vancouver-based Westport Innovations Inc. (WPT.TO) to develop natural gas engine controls, emissions and performance strategies.
Reuters reports that the multi-million dollar project will focus on light-weight engines as small as 0.5 liters, a size that would be used in small, passenger vehicles...
This 'project' is a waste of money for GM. They should abandon it. It is too late for natural gas to be used as a automobile fuel. Besides who needs explosions on the road along side of electric cars incapable of such a explosion. It's a silly notion. I realize given the 'environmentally conscience' of GM this seems like a worthwhile pursuit, but, it isn't. Perhaps for modernized 'tow motors' or large construction equipment, but, not personal automobiles.
Nothing against GM. The 'idea' and willingness to explore is admirable, but, misguided as these decisions are based in outdated understandings of the path of our planet, Earth' and the quality of life on it.
Parabolic degradation of Earth is a Climate Crisis, not simply a change in fossil fuel sources.
