Well, why not?

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This is the deal as I see it.  Global Warming is real, it is happening.  The only argument is whether or not it is influenced by human behavior or is the result of natural, cyclic forces.  It seems to me that this is an argument without merit.  I can accept from the stastical trends comparing atmospheric carbon dioxide to temperature rise that it is influenced by human behavior but even if it is not what should our response be?

We know that we dump massive amounts of pollutants, including carbon dioxide into the atmosphere and that rising carbon dioxide levels correspond to rising global temperatures.  Even if we accept that cyclic factors can be a part of the problem why does that mean that we should do nothing about our own contribution.  Reducing emissions is something that we can do and, if we are correct, then we have a leg up on the game.  If we are wrong then we have hurt nothing.

Of course, the naysayers say that we can't affford the economic impact right now but if not now then when?  Until we become smarter and develop preemptive strategies for living this could be the best we can do.  A lot of research says that the move to greener energy sources and carbon dioxide reductions could result in more jobs and innovation.  So, why not go for it?

Other than the obvious political reasons I just don't see any other argument holding water.