Some people say that environmentalist are all talk, they’ll probably go home and do like everyone else, sleep on a couch. turn on the iphone and use the ac, enjoy the capital goods as some would say. yep, they’re right. were not doing enough for the environment. I’m going to try something new.
It’s fucking hot where I live. at certain times my room can feel like a microwave if I don’t use air conditioning. but it probably uses fossil fuel to power this thing. so, I’m going to unplug it for two weeks and see what happens.
I’m inclined to state that this is a bad idea. If it gets very hot in your region, you will be putting your own livelihood at risk in exchange for little to no positive change regarding the environment. The world needs people with your consideration for the environment, alive and healthy.
I would seek more productive ways to reduce fossil fuel consumption in your area. Find ways to network with local environmentalists and/or eco-conscious individuals and see what pressure you can put on your electricity providers. Encourage the use of rideshares in your community. Join a bicycle coalition and become part of their outreach team. Show people ways to reduce their footprint, keep the fight (and yourself) alive.
I know it’s tempting to fall into the feeling of hopelessness and believing that no real progress can be made within the system, but it’s difficult/impossible to fundamentally change anything by suffering alone.
edit: I’m not saying that you shouldn’t ever let yourself experience discomfort for the sake of eco-activism. I’m just recommending that you don’t throw your well-being/life away just because some capitalists call you a hypocrite. You’d just be doing them a favor.
Calm down. Trust me, I wouldn’t die just because of a little bit of sweat.
it gets hot. but It doesn’t change the fact that it still uses fossil fuel. I’d rather experience discomfort than to be called a hypocrite. I’ll get used to it after a while. and It’s not like I’m planning to suffer alone either.
thanks for your concern though. I appreciate it.
I’m calm. However, you seem to describe yourself as living in what I and most others would call extreme heat, which for most individuals—if not protected against—can in fact lead to serious health concerns. Also, most modern architecture is built with the usage of internal climate-control in mind and doesn’t passively dissapate heat very well, leading to longer exposure.
At any rate, I’m sure you understand the risks and I probably don’t need to explain it to you. I mainly offer this as a perspective to others who come across this thread in the future to consider.
Okay, I’m listening. from what you and other’s concern now I’m considering other methods of cooling. Thanks, I didn’t know it was that serious.