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[–] 49 points 3 months ago (7 children)

So, on the face of it, we humans are a significant contributor to global warming. But, in reality, the CO2 we’re breathing out is part of a natural cycle, by which our bodies convert carbohydrates from CO2-absorbing plants into energy, plus water and CO2. As such, we’re not adding any extra CO2. In contrast, burning fossil fuels like coal releases CO2 which has been locked up for millions of years, producing a net contribution to global warming.

I guess you could've been less angry if you were able to read past the first paragraph

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  • [–] 25 points 3 months ago (2 children)

    Over the years, I've put on a few pounds. The way I figure it, I'm sequestering carbon.

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  • [–] 10 points 3 months ago (1 child)

    I'm always looking for logical reasons to stay plump.

    I'm adding this one to my short list.

    1. Easier to float in water. Less likely to drown.

    2. Easier to not die of hypothermia

    3. Hard seats are less hard with tush cush

    4. Animals seem to like plump humans more (maybe they assume we know where the food is).

    5. Lower carbon footprint.

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