This is an important article, as is the research paper behind it. To date, little has been done to minimize the potential nuclear nightmare that could result from such a catastrophic solar storm.
The Wired article totally omits that little recognized aspect. See 400 Chernobyls? and Dire Warnings - at www.aesopinstitute.org for an overview of a worst case scenario. Much can be done - if we are wise enough to do it. Decentralization of energy should be sharply accelerated. The positive economic impact would be substantial. With sufficient support, systems discussed on vortex might make a huge contribution. Mark Mark Goldes Co-founder, Chava Energy CEO, Aesop Institute 301A North Main Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 www.chavaenergy.com www.aesopinstitute.org 707 861-9070 707 497-3551 fax ________________________________________ From: Terry Blanton [[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 12:39 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [Vo]:What are the Odds? Of a catastrophic solar storm? Would you believe 12.5%? http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2012/02/massive-solar-flare/ Time to stock the root cellar. T
