The 100 Years Rule is a
dangerous delusion, easily believed, but only by those who focus on carbon
stocks when the natural world operates by carbon flows.
1. Universally rejected by
farmers: 100 years requirement not supported by a single farmer or farmers
representative in private or public statements since the principle has been
announced.
2. Not based on science: 100
Years chosen as a convenient period for comparing various greenhouse gases. Not
based on decay rate of CO2 in the atmosphere.
3. Not equivalent to avoided
emissions: A tonne of coal not burned today can be burned tomorrow.
4. Preventing delivery of many
essential co-benefits: Increased soil carbon levels are associated with
increased soil health, landscape resilience, water efficiency, and enhanced
food security.
5. Blocking biosequestration’s
unique ability to buy us time: Soil and vegetation can draw down the equivalent
of 50ppm for 50 years, while renewable energy sources reach critical mass.
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