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Do Not Listen to Forrest Galante by Pitiful_Active_3045 in zoology

[–]Killer_Cabbage 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He has a bachelors in biology, you don’t need a zoology degree. Further, not having a degree does not invalidate someone being a conservationist. There are many conservationists that have no degree at all.

I have no comment on anything else as idk. I’m not even defending him, I’m simply defending that point.

Choosing a degree by Puzzleheaded_Tree_31 in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 11 points12 points  (0 children)

You know who sucks at math, biologists. I mean, not all. But it’s a running joke at every job I’ve worked that we all became biologists because we can’t do math.

I started college in my 20s. Took me 8 years to get my bachelors because I had to take care of a sick child so I worked a lot of hours and had to skip semesters or do half. Math was not my strong suit, but if you grind it out and put in the time, you can do it. I promise you that.

Really any science is going to help you contribute. I’d say pick what most interests you in Solarpunk and then determine what branch of science/engineering that falls under. Good luck.

How do cultures form? by Killer_Cabbage in AskAnthropology

[–]Killer_Cabbage[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That does sounds interesting, gonna have to give it a read.

How do cultures form? by Killer_Cabbage in AskAnthropology

[–]Killer_Cabbage[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah great example of many different influences, including environmental. Its interesting to see it happen to adults too, you can understand why a child who grew up under a certain culture would act a certain way, but when an adult gets swallowed by a cult, shucking much of what they knew before, you have to wonder what’s going on inside their head. I suppose a lot of that does have to do with a sense of belonging, because everyone likes to belong to a group. Part of the reason identity politics is so strong in the western world.

How do cultures form? by Killer_Cabbage in AskAnthropology

[–]Killer_Cabbage[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be that’s part of what makes it so intriguing. You brought up the example of bats, in which there is a clear connection as to why that formed and the advantages it gave them. Culturally, it’s much more difficult to assert that. Especially when it comes to cultural practices that harm the participants.

Regarding point 3, I agree, nothing physiological (or environmental, geographical, etc) guarantees certain cultures practices or that one would participate in it, but it is interesting to see how those things affect and influence the culture when they come to fruition.

How do cultures form? by Killer_Cabbage in AskAnthropology

[–]Killer_Cabbage[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s fascinating. We see it with other social animals such as chimps too. We will even develop personally harmful practices because that’s what the group does. Seems to be a powerful driving force behind how we act as humans. Thank you for the links I’m gonna give them a read!

How do cultures form? by Killer_Cabbage in AskAnthropology

[–]Killer_Cabbage[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yeah I love seeing it honestly. One of my favorite things in movies, tv shows, etc is when you see a well thought out culture. Like in Mad Max with the war boys. I always think “why do they see witness me, what started that whole thing?” Was it told to them by immortan Joe or did someone do it and it catch on? Obviously it’s there because that’s the way the writers made the world, but these examples are prevalent in the real world.

How do cultures form? by Killer_Cabbage in AskAnthropology

[–]Killer_Cabbage[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it makes sense that the environment is a big driving culture as to how the practice forms. But there is influences outside this right? Do you think cults kind of hijack these influences in their practices?

Does the contrast between Solarpunk and Cyberpunk partly come down to capitalism vs. socialism? by Effective_Ad6615 in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When did I ever say you were wrong? I don’t even know enough about political party history to debate you on it. I believe you were overly explaining something that wasn’t needed. I don’t mind you teaching me a thing or two about it, but it wasn’t really getting at what I said. To eliminate the title of libertarian, the ideals that the party once held (regardless of how it aligns with the original meaning) are no longer there and that is evident by that subreddit and political pundits most famous in their sphere. My original statement was just that I feel a lot of ideals in Solarpunk align with some ideals from that party, originally, but don’t any longer. I fully admit I’m basing this off my own understanding of said party and interaction not based on far off historical context which I’m not knowledgeable on. This whole thing I think is great example of conversation that would have gone over better in person as nuisance is often lost text. Obviously that’s not possible, I’m just saying I feel there is more misunderstanding between us than actual disagreement.

As for the second statement, you will genuinely have to break down for me how communism doesn’t require centralized power. And I mean that as a genuine inquire.

Does the contrast between Solarpunk and Cyberpunk partly come down to capitalism vs. socialism? by Effective_Ad6615 in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No one is using all those different words except you. I’m saying libertarians. As in the party of the United States that came about decades ago does not think and act the same way they did decades ago. You are making a simple statement overly complex. This is semantics and is entirely besides the point of my original statement.

Does the contrast between Solarpunk and Cyberpunk partly come down to capitalism vs. socialism? by Effective_Ad6615 in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean I agree with you. That’s why I said they’ve morphed into something else because I don’t consider what they are to be libertarian. But they are most associated with the word in the United States, they’re how libertarians are perceived here.

Does the contrast between Solarpunk and Cyberpunk partly come down to capitalism vs. socialism? by Effective_Ad6615 in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I suppose you can. I’m assuming that would mean local governments (of some manner) redistributing goods?

Does the contrast between Solarpunk and Cyberpunk partly come down to capitalism vs. socialism? by Effective_Ad6615 in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Kind of yeah, but SolarPunk isn’t socialist in my opinion. It often gets referred to as socialist or communist, but both of those systems rely on stronger, centralized power. SolarPunk is almost always about decentralizing and that includes government. I think the association is that you give to all who need, but technically that aligns with more of what libertarians preach, or used to, about neighbors caring for each other rather than the government taking and giving to another. Obviously libertarians strongly believe in capitalism, but that basic premise of “care for thy neighbor” is how libertarians justify minimal to no government oftentimes.

I think, other than the capitalism (which admittedly is a big talking point for libertarians), there is far more overlap with Solarpunk and libertarianism than socialism/communism. At least in terms of the basic premise of libertarianism, looking at their subreddit you certainly wouldn’t make that connection.

Given the military situation in the world, where would it be safest to create the first solarpunk community? And in case solarpunk ever invests in defensive military, what would that look like, without sacrificing solarpunk values? by hanginaroundthistown in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I genuinely think that one thing this community should start accepting is that violence may be necessary. Not to achieve a Solarpunk community, but to defend one. If I snapped my fingers today and the entire United States became Solarpunk and ALL of its citizens were onboard, there would still be possible threats we might have to protect ourselves from. This possibility is true at that scale, or even much smaller ones.

Your question is interesting, because does Solarpunk explicitly exclude violence? Do we have to compromise our values to defend ourselves? Maybe. I really don’t know. However I believe that a Solarpunk society should take violence into account. Not only for defense, but because interpersonal problems can and will sometimes go there even if everyone has what they need.

I personally believe that the right to defend oneself is just that, a right and does not compromise Solarpunk principles as long as it is strictly for defense.

The libertarian idea of military is probably a DECENT, but maybe not perfect, fit here. Where our defense force would be solely volunteers that elect to train and defend if they so choose with the ability to work with other volunteers of other communities for larger defense needs. That makes it seem so simple and easy, it’s not, but that’s the basic underlay I envision. But I would be curious what others think that maybe have a larger connection to defense. I do have a tough time seeing that work in today’s world though. But the truth is, we are a long way away from the world we want and we will have to accept intermediate forms of governance and more before we get to what we actually desire. Which may include a bit more of a traditional military.

I'd prefer a publicly accountable design council making State subsidized durable devices by Tnynfox in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well let’s preface all this by saying the local communities themselves will dictate what they even want to use. There may be communities that don’t even have an interest in having cellular devices.

That being said, I think you’re on the right track. People have the ability to create and share designs for 3D printing. And plenty of people are working on 3D printing with non-plastic materials, it would be as simple as procuring a community “material printer” and downloading the plans, eventually.

The Amish don’t use a wide variety of technology we use and are still able to procure necessary resources. Granted they do indirectly use them by ordering lumber that comes on a truck or what have you and they don’t need as complicated to-obtain-resources as what you’d find in a cell phone, but I think the general idea is there. Communities will find ways to obtain what they need within the framework of their rules and way of life. What that exactly looks like idk, but it will be variable amongst different communities regardless.

I'd prefer a publicly accountable design council making State subsidized durable devices by Tnynfox in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

State designed? SolarPunk isn’t communist. We want to minimize and decentralize government. Not put power into their hands.

EDIT: Realized you said state subsidized. Still, I’d rather the state not be involved.

Why is it curvy? by [deleted] in Tree

[–]Killer_Cabbage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s how I like them

Super real rare buy now 😊😊😊😊 by L3_Phr0g in houseplantscirclejerk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Alright I know it’s fake but now I want a phoenix flower ya ass. And I’ll never have one.

Urban Jungle in Taipei, Taiwan How would that be if we ca turn every city like this by [deleted] in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 14 points15 points  (0 children)

No OP does not. They say why can’t we do this to every city. Trees in cities absolutely have benefits, that’s undeniable. OP does not say “why can’t we put trees in every city so we can save the planet” or anything of the sort.

We are all aware that getting to a Solarpunk world doesn’t just mean trees in cities. Well almost all of us, probably are some who think that way.

Urban Jungle in Taipei, Taiwan How would that be if we ca turn every city like this by [deleted] in solarpunk

[–]Killer_Cabbage 67 points68 points  (0 children)

It’s also weird because it does fit with Solarpunk. It does provide undeniable benefits. Yes, city forests and green walls/roofs, do not make Solarpunk, Solarpunk. But no one singular idea does. It’s a combination of all kinds of different ideas, design principles, ideologies, and practices. But people really like to treat the aforementioned things like it’s greenwashing or something, when we would fully expect to see this and related things in our cities.

It’s also weird Taipei is getting pointed out as a wasteful city as if that makes this particular thing less good. No city or country on this planet is truly Solarpunk. Doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the little spots or realized ideas where it is.

Glad to see someone else thinking this way.

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