Quote Originally Posted by Hooahguy View Post
This is actually an interesting point- businesses appear to be taking a stronger stance against climate change, even leading the way in some cases. Lots of major companies have committed to a goal of net zero carbon. And last summer, Microsoft stated its goal was to become carbon negative by 2030, which is pretty significant considering their size. And Coca-Cola just tested their first paper bottle (with PepsiCo reportedly in hot pursuit). While segments of the economy are certainly fighting tooth and nail against such changes (hence why federal climate action is still necessary), it is an encouraging trend that an increasing number of companies are adopting policies and practices that are better for the environment due to a combination of risk management, internal pressure from staff, and external pressure.
Even businesses are now understanding the cost of doing nothing, this is another sign that the culture is moving in the right direction. As we continue to move in this direction, bolder action becomes politically feasible. Question is, to what extent will the GOP successfully curb such action.

Make no question here, the GOP has been lost and not even big oil is entirely with them on fundamental problems. Royal Dutch Shell has announced a goal of net zero by 2050. An oil company. GM is eliminating gasoline and light duty diesel by 2035.

We are still fucked. Remember this, we past the 1.5 degree mark a while ago. All of this is deciding how much poorer we want our children to be.