JOIN: Are we an energy guzzling nation? (write off)
Aug 11 '04 (Updated Oct 13 '04)
The Bottom Line At twice the energy use per capita than the next industrial nation in the world, is it time for change?
Sky rocketing oil prices kind of make us aware of something that has been taken for granted - probably way too long. Anyway, with the increased prices, it seems that we all are more alert to how much energy we use and how we could save (some money). At the same time sales of "Porsche Cayenne" and "Hummer H2"s have soared (Both under 10 mpg.). What's wrong with America, or is there nothing wrong with it at all and all that energy talk is just liberal propaganda?
1. Gas prices have hit record highs. What do you think about the argument that $2/gallon is still less than half of what most European countries pay?
2. Should the US government support energy-saving concepts like hybrid cars with more tax incentives or introduce law to enforce it? Would you choose a hybrid car, even if it means it's not a Hummer or Cayenne?
3. Given our current energy policy (US), do you support exploration of new oil fields or is it time to really think about alternative energy (and do something)?
4. In the office, it's not unusual to run lights, computers and other equipment all the time. Do most workers not know where the power button is or is turning them off over night and the weekend just way overrated?
5. If you had to give up something in order to prevent an (hypothetical) energy crisis, what would you most likely reduce first and what most certainly last? (Large vehicles, air-condition, outdated electrical equipment ...)
6. In case you think that something is wrong with our current energy use, who's responsibility is it to do something about it? Government, industry or the people?
Thanks for reading and I hope you will participate in this little write-off. Please provide a link to your submission in the comments and I will post them in this review (as easily digestable links). For my thoughts on this topic, please follow this link: Click Here!
- Thomas
Write-Off Entries ...
01. Ryan Brennan (rapoob2) "... my computer screen that hasn't been turned off in a long time..."
02. Karyn (artemis8) "It's really a national effort/frame of mind that needs to happen..."
03. chumsae@gateway.net "Be as educated as you can possibly be ..."
04. John Staradumsky (bruguru) "The short answer is, yes, we are."
05. Dave Seaman (captaind) "Petrol!! Get your lovely petrol here!!!"
06. Gavia (gaviiadae)"The United States uses a lot of energy. Are we "guzzling"?
07. Alan (yakkowarner) "Does America really care? I doubt it."
08. Gary (garym) "I think most places became energy conscious in the '70īs"
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