Our SAD political situation not withstanding we need ideas and ultimately solutions. The problems are obvious enough double talk and pandering to special interests. Let’s work on these issues! Reliance on carbon conversion for energy Atmospheric concentration of carbon dioxide sets the earth’s temperature higher as it rises The oceans absorb atmospheric carbon dioxide making them more acidic and less hospitable to life. Choking on plastic detritus 300 million tons produced annually, half for single use Recycled economy is disappearing . . .