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Electricity, a pressure point for mitigating climate change

(Second of the Climate Change Conundrum papers)

Port and lighthouse overnight storm with lightning in Port-la-Nouvelle (Modified) — By Maxime Raynal from France — Orage PLN, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=42048641

Electricity is the magical elixir of our modern society. Without it, our cities would cease to function. Imagine having only natural gas lighting in your home or having to start an oil-powered coffee maker for that morning cup of caffeinated delight. Electricity delivers ample power…

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EarthSphere: The intersection of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere — The place where we live.

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