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Originally Posted by Ustwo
Rather than figuring out how to limit ourselves, I like to expand the possibilities. For example as a start.
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A hybrid tahoe. I prefer ways that maintain or increase comfort levels. I don't think a hybrid tahoe is a solution, it still uses oil, but its the kinda direction I'd like to see.
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Do you have more examples? Do you realize that switching to a hybrid will only affect a small proportion of the oil the average North American consumes? I would like to hear more about the initiatives you would support.
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This in the news; though, if you haven't heard about it yet, it's because the American media practically ignored it:
Saudi King says keeping some oil finds for future (Reuters)
The kingdom has entered preservation/conservation mode with this decision. With peak oil becoming more evident, are we going to have the time to find solutions on our own terms, or will we fall into a life-changing crisis?
Are we doing enough? Do you even know where the oil is going? (It isn't just your fuel tank.) I think we'll need to make far more significant decisions above and beyond the "hybrid or no hybrid?" question. Peak oil will increase the cost of living for all of us. The use of oil affects virtually all aspects of our daily living. Are we coming up with solutions or are we dropping the ball here?