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The Story of Cap & Trade: Coming DECEMBER 1st!

Greetings everyone! The Story of Stuff Project and I are thrilled to announce the upcoming release of our first in a series of mini-films.  The Story of Cap & Trade will premiere on the internet at storyofcapandtrade.org.  The new film will be available for viewing on December 1, 2009 at 12:01am PST.

Until then, you can view the teaser film.  Please feel free to pass on the word and the link!  Thanks always.

posted by Annie Leonard
November 24, 2009
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  • http://www.projectionsfromsoul.com Al Farthing

    A very fine contribution to a situation of vital importance to every part of the planet.
    One issue not addressed however –is the proliferation of the human species, which has now gone past unsustainable proportions and is climbing rapidly.
    It is a delicate matter since it involves emotional, cultural and religious assumptions and beliefs, which make it diffucult to discuss rationally with many global citizens who are staunchly committed to having as many children as possible.
    Our growing “tribal expansion” is not only creating havoc in the human community it is leading to the extinction daily of vulnerable species of animals, birds, reptiles –in fact, most forms of life other than human.
    So I see this issue interwoven with the valued contributions Annie makes throughout this lecture—–

  • Nick Burke

    It’s positive in any right for Cap and Trade and other sustainability issues. I’ve also read the cover story of a recent issue of Harper’s (Conning the Climate), which makes similar claims about the carbon market being a racket. I am a strong supporter of environmental sustainability and have worked for years now providing energy efficiency services to various companies.

    Unfortunately, I must disagree with your stated point that Cap and Trade is a system that will not work and is merely a distraction. Your proposed solutions (Solid Caps, Strong Laws, Citizen Action, and Carbon Fees) should fit well with a properly functioning carbon market, and are not an independent alternative.

    I agree that bogus credits should not be given out, but that should be an amendment to the regulation of a carbon market, not a condemnation of the whole market. Strong Laws and Carbon Fees will impose higher costs on companies, making them grudgingly comply, but lobby heavily against continuation of these policies. A properly functioning cap and trade market, however, creates an opportunity for additional income (based on clean investment and intellectual capital development) that will get many companies EXCITED about reducing emissions rather than fighting against the law. Because they are excited and see a chance for income, they will invest even MORE in efficiency if this type of policy passes, which meets your goal of reducing pollution and growing closer to a sustainable situation. I have worked on many projects and there is a great opportunity across the board for companies to be climate partners instead of adversaries. This includes not only large factories, but churches, restaurants, local manufacturers, and all players in the energy economy. Because companies will thrive in this type of market-based solution, people will be employed, which should keep Citizen Action on your side. It’s hard to keep the citizenry motivated for a better life if they are not working and cannot afford to do positive things with the people they love who are enriching their life.

  • Rita

    Hi,

    Do you know if The Story of Cap & Trade will be shown or distributed in the French speaking countries?
    Thanks
    Rita