On Mar 13, 12:56 pm, Scott Seidman
wrote:
The answer is, of course, no. The same bunch of scientists who are
suggesting we need to change our lifestyles to counter global warming are
unwilling to put a firm estimate on how much our lifestyles contribute to
global warming.

Having been away from this nuthouse for a day or so, I've been
entertained by some of the utter idiocy in this thread. Leaving the
extremes aside, though, I'm a tad curious about your question. At
this stage of the research, inasmuch as the scientific community has
only recently accepted the GW premise as a certainty, I'm kinda
doubtful that the firm estimate you seek is even possible at this
time.

Based on what little I recall from my readings, I believe the general
scientific opinion is that the human race has it in its power to
significantly reduce or halt GW. Now, if me turning off a light or
keeping my thermostat a few degrees colder in the winter could not
possibly have any significant effect, I'd say what's the use. But,
I've been conviced, rightly or wrongly, that it can make a
difference. For me, that's as firm an estimate as I need.

Joe F.