For what it's worth.

I learn a fair amount from this thread.
It has added nothing of consequence to my knowledge regarding renewables, fossil fuels, non-renewable natural resources, or global warming/climate change.
It has, however, added to my understanding of the future for both this nation and industrial civilization.

Those commenting in the Majors board of APC tend to, as an aggregate, represent significantly above average levels of education and income. They belong to an economic class with above average political power and influence. Hence the comments herein offer a window as to what the USA, and hence to some degree the world, will do or not do relative to the subjects listed above.
For myself, that is worthwhile. (though admittedly the conclusions I draw are subjective)

If it is so dumb as to drain away your brain cells, then perhaps don't read it?