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Old 05-06-2009, 06:40 AM   #20 (permalink)
Baraka_Guru
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As with most major problems, there are many facets to their solutions:

At this point in our technological development, I expect nothing less than attempting to make efficient use of energy wherever possible. This is just one example.

roachboy is on the right track in terms of this being more than just a fuel usage issue. The production and distribution channels (not to mention packaging and storage) have been globalized and are another serious aspect to the problem.

That I can pick up a cheap bunch of bananas here in Toronto at any given time is something I take for granted.
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