This thread is interesting to sit and read, but I have to say, simply that large scale change like that which is necessary to stop using oil at such an alarming rate is not something the government or businesses will want to solve. The simple solution is, as always, grassroots spreading of information about alternates and good old fashioned action. Get a hybrid or a diesel that you run on biodiesel. It's not important that biodiesel isn't as efficient as it should be, it's important that the gas industry see a trend and follow it. Request hydrogen when you get a car, even knowing full well they don't have any yet. Give them the opportunity to brag about their concepts or shut up about their lack. Build your own electric car. Tell people about how to save energy derived from oil. Carpool. Get a hybrid. Boycott gas stations on designated days. Make a boycott day for your community. Walk or ride a bike once in a while, I mean the store isn't even 5 minutes away for most people. Use public transportation.
If enough people give a damn enough to change, the whole thing will work itself out because of the real power that consumers have.
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