Private Jets and Big Egos for Climate Change

The series of rock concerts, where the conspicuous consumers of the world can have a good time and save the world are a bit suspect. The concerts, to be held around the globe, to bring awareness (we need more awareness?) to the dangers of climate change look like they will more likely promote conspicuous consumption, drug use and increase carbon emissions. Of course these emissions are being offset by product placement of low emission cars and the like.

The plan to turn off the lights, similar to the rather silly stunt in Sydney has been canned because it may melt down the power grid. As the gentleman from the electricity company said, we are in favour of promoting long term energy conservation, not publicity stunts.

Bring on the middle aged millionaire musicians, have a good time, buy more of their recordings, but don't expect the concerts to change much. That is up to you and me (and the politicians).