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
You have no time to do the science if youre talking to the media. – James Hansen
I could be on 52nd and Third in Manhattan up and ask a strange for directions and they will help you, thats a rural heart. Your car breaks down in the middle of Iowa or somewhere, or Tennessee where Im from, people want to help each other. Given each opportunity, you see how people come together. – Rodney Atkins