October 15th, 2009 -- one of the largest social change events on the web. On the eve of this annual event, 7,787 blogs in 140 countries have registered to participate. Makes me realize it's time I get serious about blogging on this topic. Have spent hundreds of hours reading this year - and wondering if the economics of fear are finally turning the tide. While I'm an eternal optimist, I think we're in for a lot more pain.

Climate change is no longer a threat. It's a fact. Carbon-fuel shortages are no longer a distant possibility - they're virtually around the corner. Water resources treated by thirsty nations as endless are proving to be anything but. 

The world is awake to the dangers, and Copenhagen looms with its promise of global cooperation. But the run-up to it is worrisome. China and other developing nations seek offsets so as not to see their economic growth stifled by emissions limits. Here in the U.S., cap-and-trade legislation sits sidelined in the U.S. Congress while health-care reform takes center stage. Obama is unlikely to carry the mandate he needs to make the meaningful commitment needed.

Take action today. Tell your senators the world can't wait for clean energy! Visit http://www.change.org/actions/view/tell_your_senators_the_world_cant_wait_for_clean_energy