The Gargantuan Lie That Is Collapsing the Climate
This article argues that the belief in "Net Zero by 2050" and the idea that there's still time to address climate change is a "gargantuan lie" leading to societal collapse. It draws parallels between this climate deception and other historical large-scale societal lies, driven by short-term incentives and the desire for power and resources. The author suggests these deceptions prevent effective action, exacerbating the climate crisis.
Why it matters
This article challenges conventional approaches to climate change, suggesting that current strategies are based on dangerous deceptions that could lead to widespread societal collapse. It urges a more urgent and honest confrontation with the climate crisis by exposing what it perceives as systemic lies perpetuated by leaders and industry.
Thinking we have time left to address climate change, or that “Net Zero by 2050” will save us, is driving us toward full social collapse in ways that become more obvious with every new broken temperature record.
Lies are a lot like gourds. They come in hundreds of different varieties, sizes, and bulbous, twisty shapes. Some are off-puttingly spiked and prickly, while others remind us of fall childhood memories.
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