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\u003cp\u003e Since oil is the primary fuel of global industrial civilization, its imminent depletion is a problem that will have profound impact on every aspect of modern life. Without international agreement on how to manage the decline of this vital resource, the world faces unprecedented risk of conflict and collapse. \u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003e The Oil Depletion Protocol \u003c/i\u003e describes a unique accord whereby nations would voluntarily reduce their oil production and oil imports according to a consistent, sensible formula. This would enable the task of energy transition to be planned and supported over the long term, providing a context of stable energy prices and peaceful cooperation. The Protocol will be presented at international gatherings, initiating the process of country-by-country negotiation and adoption, and mobilizing public support. To this end, this book: \u003c/p\u003e \u003cul compact=\"\" type=\"disc\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e provides an overview of the data concerning Peak Oil and its timing \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e briefly explains the protocol and its implications for the reader and for decision makers in government and industry around the world \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e deals with frequently asked questions and objections, and \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e looks forward to how the protocol can be adopted and how municipalities and ordinary citizens can facilitate the process. \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e Timely and critically important, \u003ci\u003e The Oil Depletion Protocol \u003c/i\u003e is a must-read for policy makers and for all who seek to avert a Peak Oil collapse. \u003c/p\u003e \u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e \u003cb\u003e Listen to an \u003ca href=\"http://www.newsociety.com/Audio/audio_heinberg.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e interview \u003c/a\u003e with Richard Heinberg from WRPI. \u003c/b\u003e \u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c/p\u003e |
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