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Ocean temperatures in recent years (video) (mastodon.nzoss.nz)

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[–] explodicle@sh.itjust.works 2 points 7 hours ago (1 child)

I improve manufacturing efficiency for a living, but sometimes worry that we're running into the Jevons paradox. The average person seems to unconsciously but correctly assume that the manufacturing sector can just deal with any environmental regulations.

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[–] MonkRome@lemmy.world 2 points 6 hours ago*

Jevons paradox

I knew the concept but didn't realize that's what it is called. Similar to induced demand. It does highlight the need for cultural change, and policy change. But efficiency isn't the only route, creating manufacturing processes that are renewable, and use renewable energy, is another route.

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