30 senators stayed up all Monday night talking about climate change during a marathon
session. They are trying to pass new legislation on curbing greenhouse gas emissions.
A freshman Democrat from Hawaii organized the marathon meeting.
Text and video about the event-#Up4Climate here-
http://www.huffingto..._n_4937078.html
It's wonderful to see climate trending on Twitter instead of more bs about superficial junk.
Live feed at C-Span-the program is also available on video from the beginning of session.
http://www.c-span.or...-climate-change
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Posted 14 March 2014 - 08:14 AM
This is certainly a good thing. I think it's pretty sad that the only -R- to show up was flat earther James Inhofe who's only contribution was to say that since this winter was cold, climate change is a hoax (what a pathetic tool).
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Posted 14 March 2014 - 01:28 PM
yoder, on 14 March 2014 - 08:14 AM, said:
flat earther James Inhofe (what a pathetic tool).
At least the Democarats were talking about on the senate floor. Many of them talked about their constituants and how
much it's costing them. They get it.
I'm still waiting for someone to explain to me what the "elites" and gop-baggers have to gain when all
the water, soil and air is fouled beyong repair, all food sources are toxic waste dumps for chemical giants.
I just don't get it.
Isn't there one among them that has kids-grandkids they care about?
Do they think they can all fly to some other viable planet the rest of us don't know about?
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Posted 31 July 2014 - 10:49 AM
Innovative Bill Would Fight Climate Change While Aiding Middle Class Americans
Nicole D'Alessandro | July 30, 2014 3:45 pm | Comments
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"How can the U.S. help repair shrinking ice caps while also aiding the shrinking middle class?
A straightforward approach to tackling climate change while helping the middle class with a “cap and dividend” approach was introduced today by Congressman Chris Van Hollen (D-Md). The “Healthy Climate and Family Security Act” has received the support of a coalition of national, state and local groups representing environmental, justice and consumer organizations.
“Two of the most pressing challenges we face as a country are the need to address the economic costs and public health risks associated with climate change, and to strengthen the middle class. We do both in this bill,” said Congressman Van Hollen, lead sponsor of the bill. “By capping carbon emissions, selling permits, and returning 100 percent of the revenue to everyone equally, this ‘Cap and Dividend’ approach achieves necessary greenhouse gas reductions while boosting the purchasing power of families across the country. Tackling our problems and moving everyone forward is America at its best. That’s what this bill does, and that’s exactly where we need to be.”
The following graphic summarizes the act:
Under the policy, the median American household of four would be expected to receive a net benefit of about $260 in the first year. The dividend would grow steadily each year, offering all lower- and middle-income Americans a net increase in their annual income.
In a statement of support for the act, environmental and consumer groups stated: “This Van Hollen legislation will help solve the climate crisis while growing our economy and helping working families prosper. It is simple, fair and built to last.”"
http://ecowatch.com/...7ea685-85901709
I wonder why these politicians think you can "grow the economy" while reducing emissions enough. Hey you idiots!!!! We NEED a 90% emissions reduction by Jan 2024, NOT 80% by 2050!!! Too Little, Too Late WILL NOT BE GOOD ENOUGH!!!
With their plan, we will end up needing this;
"About 74,000 years ago, the most powerful super-volcano eruption in human history occurred in Indonesia. It was close to the equator, and thus gases quickly passed into both hemispheres. Sunlight was blocked, and temperatures on Earth dropped worldwide for the next five to six years, below freezing even in the tropical regions. A super-volcano eruption is 12 times more likely than an asteroid hitting the Earth. Known super-volcanoes exist in Yellowstone National Park in the U.S. and Toba in Sumatra"
"Many environmentalists think we have already passed the point of no return. Once we pass a certain threshold, Earth will continue warming even if we do manage to cut our CO2 emissions. What we do know is that, if we don’t begin reducing the amount of CO2 we are releasing into the air, and at least minimize the damage, a planet-wide disaster is assured"
http://ecowatch.com/...uman-existence/
Nicole D'Alessandro | July 30, 2014 3:45 pm | Comments
7 41
1 61
"How can the U.S. help repair shrinking ice caps while also aiding the shrinking middle class?
A straightforward approach to tackling climate change while helping the middle class with a “cap and dividend” approach was introduced today by Congressman Chris Van Hollen (D-Md). The “Healthy Climate and Family Security Act” has received the support of a coalition of national, state and local groups representing environmental, justice and consumer organizations.
“Two of the most pressing challenges we face as a country are the need to address the economic costs and public health risks associated with climate change, and to strengthen the middle class. We do both in this bill,” said Congressman Van Hollen, lead sponsor of the bill. “By capping carbon emissions, selling permits, and returning 100 percent of the revenue to everyone equally, this ‘Cap and Dividend’ approach achieves necessary greenhouse gas reductions while boosting the purchasing power of families across the country. Tackling our problems and moving everyone forward is America at its best. That’s what this bill does, and that’s exactly where we need to be.”
The following graphic summarizes the act:
Under the policy, the median American household of four would be expected to receive a net benefit of about $260 in the first year. The dividend would grow steadily each year, offering all lower- and middle-income Americans a net increase in their annual income.
In a statement of support for the act, environmental and consumer groups stated: “This Van Hollen legislation will help solve the climate crisis while growing our economy and helping working families prosper. It is simple, fair and built to last.”"
http://ecowatch.com/...7ea685-85901709
I wonder why these politicians think you can "grow the economy" while reducing emissions enough. Hey you idiots!!!! We NEED a 90% emissions reduction by Jan 2024, NOT 80% by 2050!!! Too Little, Too Late WILL NOT BE GOOD ENOUGH!!!
With their plan, we will end up needing this;
"About 74,000 years ago, the most powerful super-volcano eruption in human history occurred in Indonesia. It was close to the equator, and thus gases quickly passed into both hemispheres. Sunlight was blocked, and temperatures on Earth dropped worldwide for the next five to six years, below freezing even in the tropical regions. A super-volcano eruption is 12 times more likely than an asteroid hitting the Earth. Known super-volcanoes exist in Yellowstone National Park in the U.S. and Toba in Sumatra"
"Many environmentalists think we have already passed the point of no return. Once we pass a certain threshold, Earth will continue warming even if we do manage to cut our CO2 emissions. What we do know is that, if we don’t begin reducing the amount of CO2 we are releasing into the air, and at least minimize the damage, a planet-wide disaster is assured"
http://ecowatch.com/...uman-existence/
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