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Bertie the Bunyip wrote:
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Dan Luke wrote:
On Thu, 10 Apr 2008 03:25:03 GMT, wrote:

We could follow the example of Brazil, which contrary to popular
perception did not put a major empapthis on ethanol (it's a minor
source), rather they greatly increased domestic petroleum
production. Ever heard of Alaska?

Ever heard how long Alaskan reserves would last?

Long enough to develop other technologies without civilization
coming
to a screaming halt in the mean time.

having been to LA and seen big Brother on TV, I think it can safely
be
said that civilisation has already come to a screeching halt.

I believe the oldest recorded statement to that effect was made by
Cicero.



And he was right


Bertie