Carbon Contrarian

Paul Farmer

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A contrarian climate analyst promoting data-backed insights on realistic energy solutions, critiquing net-zero plans, renewable reliance, and advocating for nuclear and energy security.

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Can CO₂ saturation limits mean additional emissions have diminishing warming effects?
Why isn’t natural variability given more weight in climate models, given historical data showing warming/cooling cycles?
Is the projected cost of reaching Net Zero achievable without massive economic fallout, especially for low-income households?
Could the costs of extreme climate measures exacerbate global inequality, especially in developing nations?
Are the carbon footprints of renewables like solar and wind really zero when factoring in production and disposal?
If achieving global Net Zero averts a fraction of a degree of warming, could costs outweigh benefits?
Why is nuclear energy still sidelined in the Net Zero conversation despite its safety and reliability?
Could enforcing Net Zero in developing nations actually hinder poverty reduction and quality of life?
Why don’t climate models consider the full extent of natural planetary processes driving climate shifts?
Are we facing a situation where the 'climate industrial complex' profits drive policy rather than public benefit?
Could widespread renewable installations disrupt ecosystems, affecting biodiversity more than expected?
If renewable energy has its own environmental costs, why aren't we informed of the trade-offs?
Could expensive climate policies reduce economic resilience and energy security for lower-income households?
What are the ethical implications of imposing strict climate policies on regions with unstable energy access?
How reliable are renewable energy sources like solar and wind without safe, efficient, grid-scale battery storage?
Why aren’t there more studies on the local warming and albedo effects of solar farms?
Why isn’t the public made aware of the potential economic impact of transitioning to renewable energy?
Could rapid climate transitions overlook sustainable mining practices needed for renewable materials?
Is a climate-focused narrative preventing us from addressing global issues like education, health, and development?
If the direct warming effect of CO₂ is modest, are we overestimating its impact on global climate?
Could adaptation strategies for climate change be more cost-effective and realistic than Net Zero?
Are battery storage fire risks in large-scale energy grids underestimated in the drive to electrify?
How will the economic burden of Net Zero policies affect affordability and security globally?
Could prioritizing climate policies lead to unintended consequences for social welfare initiatives?