Green Group of Eight sounds like a new alternative rock band; but in fact, it is a group of energy ministers from 8 countries (really 11 since India, South Korea and China have jumped on the bandwagon) who have committed themselves to cutting down on the carbon emissions that everyone agrees has been adding to the climate warming around the globe. They have begun meeting looking for ways to cut down the carbon footprints we leave behind. As they make recommendations and guidelines, it will be up to individuals in each country to make a positive impact by making sacrifices as well as more green choices in their every day lives. It is for our own good.
As the world has grown in population, the demand for oil and energy keeps growing as well. The energy ministers are looking for positive ways to meet the need, while at the same time, finding greener ways to meet that demand but also use the energy in the most efficient ways possible. It is a huge responsibility; but, one that most of us agree is necessary to preserve the world that we live in.
With the options available for renewable energy there is great interest…however, it is costly for start ups. If each nation becomes aggressive about pursuing less destructive means of providing energy needed in the world; then, the costs of renewable energy systems will become affordable for the average person. We all owe it to ourselves and to our children and grandchildren to be good stewards of the earth and it’s resources. Most people are willing to do their part if it is affordable, once they are educated on the options. If incentives are put in place to encourage people to reduce their energy usage or to commit to alternative energy sources you might make headway sooner in these goals. Why couldn’t these energy issues be taken more seriously sooner?
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