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Re: [Phys-L] Would a Carbon Tax Save Life on Planet Earth?



Here is another interesting reference--listing the cost in lives per trillion kilowatt hours from different energy sources. One thing to look at here (besides how safe nuclear really is) is the vast difference between coal fired electricity in China versus the U.S. Unlike the early development of electricity in Europe and America, we know the problems and have the technology to severely lessen the risks (at least from air pollution). The Chinese have chosen not to use that technology and to ignore the health consequences. So, leading by example really may not be enough.

http://onforb.es/KUdN61

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Richard Tarara
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Saint Mary's College

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