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Originally shared by Mark Welch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike most popular books on climate change, [“Drawdown”] is not a polemic or a collection of anecdotes and exhortations. In fact, with the exception of a few thoughtful essays scattered throughout, it\u2019s basically a reference book: a list of solutions, ranked by potential carbon impact, each with cost estimates and a short description. A set of scenarios show the cumulative potential.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n It is fascinating, a powerful reminder of how narrow a set of solutions dominates the public\u2019s attention. Alternatives range from farmland irrigation to heat pumps to ride-sharing.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The number one solution, in terms of potential impact? A combination of educating girls and family planning, which together could reduce 120 gigatons of CO2-equivalent by 2050 \u2014 more than on- and offshore wind power combined (99 GT).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Also sitting atop the list, with an impact that dwarfs any single energy source: refrigerant management.<\/em> …<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Both reduced food waste and plant-rich diets, on their own, beat solar farms and rooftop solar combined.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n