Consider the perverse effect cap and trade has on altruistic actions. Say you decide to buy a small, high-efficiency car. That reduces your emissions, but not your countrys. Instead it allows somebody else to buy a bigger S.U.V. – because the total emissions are set by the cap. – James Hansen
We are on the precipice of climate system tipping points beyond which there is no redemption. – James Hansen
Money has too big an influence on our politics in Washington and somehow we need to do something about that. – James Hansen
Ive tried to be a straight scientist doing the science and reporting it as best I can. – James Hansen
The Food Network was just starting in New York, and I was getting lots of attention from Mesa Grill. They had no money, so if you couldnt get there by subway, you couldnt be on. It wasnt like TV was something I really wanted to do – but I knew it would be great publicity for my restaurants. – Bobby Flay