But even if free, they cannot save us.
The Jevons principle tells us that as long as there is demand, all energy savings are consumed in growth.
Assuming capitalism ends, then there is the second law of thermodynamics which tells us that all human activity generates heat.
That leaves degrowth as the only way to reduce heat and green-house gas emissions.
Degrowth is upon us already and is harsh.
Rapid elimination of wasteful systems, such as cars, might ease the pain.
The Jevons principle tells us that as long as there is demand, all energy savings are consumed in growth.
Assuming capitalism ends, then there is the second law of thermodynamics which tells us that all human activity generates heat.
That leaves degrowth as the only way to reduce heat and green-house gas emissions.
Degrowth is upon us already and is harsh.
Rapid elimination of wasteful systems, such as cars, might ease the pain.
