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CO2 emission reduction is the hardest way. It requires coordinating most of the humans in the world to act in a way that disadvantages them, while anyone who defects gets an advantage.

A solution that can be unilaterally implemented by a small minority is much, much easier. Solving technical problems is much easier than changing human nature, which is in fact impossible.



We know what happens when we reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

What you call technical problems could mean global disaster if we make a mistake or overlook a side effect.




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