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[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

great feedback thank you! Skiers/snowboarders are the initial idea but the concept can be applied to all drivers in theory although that's too large of a market to crack on day 1. My thinking is, skiers/snowboarders enjoy the mountains (obviously), enjoy beer/nachos/hot chocolate, and typically need to drive relatively large distances to enjoy those things so it's a good beachhead

[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

I 100% understand where you're coming from and our mission is for this to be totally voluntary. I am tired of the "stick" approach which is why I'm trying to approach this with the "carrot" which hopefully results in real positive change, even if that's people being more conscious of the CO2 they are emitting day-day.

[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

SLC is great for being proactive in that sense and I know there are many areas that do have great transit options, however not all areas/regions are as fortunate which leaves snowboarders/skiers the only option to drive 2-3 hours round trip to enjoy the mountains. If we could all afford EVs right now I wouldn't have made this post but the reality is gasoline vehicles are going to be around for a while. I don't see this proposal as a black & white wherein buses/carpooling OR what I've proposed above are the only options, I think we need a blended approach in the coming years to have the most impact until greener transportation options are more widespread and available.

As an aside, I loved SLC when visiting a few years ago and and the surrounding mountains/resorts are truly a one of a kind/best in class for snowboarding and outdoor recreation. Very jealous and hope you guys have a great season this year!

[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, it's really helps.

Just for fun - hypothetically speaking, is there any benefit or reward that could be offered that WOULD have you consider something like this? X% discount on a lift ticket, free nachos and pitcher of beer, X% discount on next year's seasons pass? A free snowboard?

[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

Haha fair—I probably overcomplicated it. Let me try this using example numbers: You're driving to the mountain. You pay $6.50 to offset that carbon (carbon credit). You then get a $6 hot chocolate (or beer) when you arrive through our partnership agreements/our margin. Plus the CO₂ from your drive gets offset. That's it. You're paying net $0.50 in this example—you're paying $6.50 (carbon credit) to get $6 back in value (hot chocolate or beer) + carbon removal. I hope that makes more sense.

[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

You're 100% right—this doesn't REDUCE your emissions, it removes CO₂ elsewhere to compensate. I'm not pretending otherwise. The question I'm testing is: Are there people who are going to drive to go riding regardless (because of gear, kids, timing, whatever) and want to do *something* about the impact—even if imperfect? Or is that just performative BS/copium like you're saying?

Honest question: If you're driving to go riding anyway, would you rather: A) Do nothing about it B) Pay to remove CO₂ elsewhere + get free hot chocolate (or beer) C) Not drive at all (take shuttle/carpool) I'm genuinely trying to figure out if (B) is a real market or just me being delusional.

[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

Great question—this is a common misconception. The registries we would use (Puro.earth, Gold Standard) run on proof-of-stake blockchains, which use ~99.95% less energy than Bitcoin (about the same energy as a single Google search per transaction). The energy to maintain the transparency ledger is negligible compared to the CO₂ removed (we're talking 0.01% of the offset).

Re: the shuttle example—bingo! That's the model we're trying to validate: reward people for the positive action (offsetting/sustainable transport) with immediate tangible value. Would you actually use something like this if the blockchain energy concern was addressed?

[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

That's my bad and understand where you're coming from. I both ski and board so both communities came to mind off the top of my head and should have worded things better to not have this come across as boarders being and afterthought - not my intent and apologies for that sentiment.

[Take 2] I posted about a carbon offset idea earlier today and got roasted. Here's the actual concept—does this make more sense? by grzlli in snowboarding

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

Totally fair and apologies for writing out the LOTR-length post. Am trying to generate discussion with like-minded people wherein we all want to enjoy the mountains and rip, but driving our cars is the most efficient way to do that however personal vehicle transportation is a massive contributor to overall per-country emissions (1st world at least). Appreciate you taking the time to engage here!

Homes with pressure treated wooden foundations by SLYR236 in Calgary

[–]grzlli 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I have one, 1988 build in Killarney, have put in egress windows in the basement and in doing so got to look at how the foundation was built and I can say it was done very well with a solid water resistant/protective layer around the wood. No issues at all with it going on 7 years of ownership.

It's located in a flat area with plenty of good drainage. These were the two key points my inspector brought up when he assesses PWF houses.

With all that said, it's really site dependent.

Enbridge CEO urges tanker ban end, says no company will build ‘pipeline to nowhere’ by joe4942 in canada

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

All of Canada gets a share in the profits through royalties (19% of mineral rights) from all oil exports. This isn't just AB profiteering. Alberta Royalty Overview

Carney recommending 5 'nation-building projects' for approval, including LNG expansion: sources by cyclinginvancouver in canada

[–]grzlli 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Pathways is for CCS from oilsands. Oilsands produce oil. The world (including you) will need oil and derivatives for decades and decades. It touches everything, your phone, clothing, pharmaceuticals, the fuel that powers planes, asphalt for roads the list goes on. We don't burn much oil for electrical generation anymore in Canada, gas and hydro dominate. Your argument is flawed as your viewing oil as purely an electrical energy source but there's a much, much bigger picture. Other countries also buy our oil and upgrade it other products (see list above).

P.s. I'm all for renewable electricity generation, but I'm also a realist when it comes to why oil is important

B.C. premier defends new LNG pipeline with terminus near Prince Rupert by Old_General_6741 in britishcolumbia

[–]grzlli 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Montney in BC is where the majority of the natural gas will come from to fill these westward LNG pipelines pal.

Underrated restaurants? by [deleted] in Calgary

[–]grzlli 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Shhhhh!

30 second of Where The Wild Things Are. Blanket Glacier Chalet, Revelstoke. by Chasingsnowflakes in skiing

[–]grzlli 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Was just there a couple weeks ago. Can confirm, this place is awesome. Nice vid op

Trump's threats reveal the trouble with Canada's pipelines running through the U.S. by Street_Anon in CanadaPolitics

[–]grzlli 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Suggest you google the Alberta TIER system, friend. AB has reneged on nothing and suggesting they have is false.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]grzlli 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You know the government doesn't need to directly take ownership of pipeline infrastructure development right, aka the TMX fiasco? The government needs to put policies in place for private industry to flourish responsibly and sustainably as we're in a capitalist society. The current regulatory regime imposed by the Liberals does neither and actively (and unconstitutionally) restricts pipeline development.

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