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I asked an open source AI if burning firewood was good for the environment

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  1. Greg

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    Here is the response generated in 2 seconds:


    Burning firewood can be a good source of renewable energy and can have less of an impact on the environment than burning fossil fuels like coal or natural gas. However, there are a few things to consider when determining whether burning firewood is good for the environment:

    1. Carbon emissions: When firewood is burned, it releases carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere. However, trees absorb CO2 as they grow, so if the firewood is coming from a sustainably managed forest, the net release of CO2 may be lower than if fossil fuels were burned.

    2. Deforestation: If firewood is not being sourced sustainably, it can contribute to deforestation, which can have negative impacts on the environment and wildlife.

    3. Air pollution: Burning firewood can also produce air pollution, including particulate matter and other pollutants, which can have negative health effects.
    Overall, burning firewood can be good for the environment if it is sourced sustainably and burned in an efficient appliance.
     
  2. Yawner

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    Well, looks like it's pretty smart.
     
  3. Chris F

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    They forgot to mention that the same amount of CO2 will be released if it just falls over and rots in the forest.
    All in all, it's accurate which is why someone will mess with it. Try asking the same thing in a month or so and see if the answer is different.
     
  4. The Wood Wolverine

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    Sounds reasonable to me. :handshake:
     
  5. figor

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    Ask about burning coal.
     
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    The deforestation is non existent in Canada and USA, when you consider people deforested en mass in colonial times, and people maintained a woodlot on a rotating basis for home heating.

    Air pollution? How about less than a century ago when every town and city was coated with coal dust, and windows were taped over with newspapers to keep the dust out?

    the number of us burning wood for heat is a non issue when considering the low number of us, and the increase in woodland compared to centuries before
     
  7. Greg

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    Is burning coal bad for the environment?

    Yes, burning coal is bad for the environment. When coal is burned, it releases pollutants into the air, including carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and particulate matter. These pollutants can have a range of negative impacts on the environment and human health, including contributing to climate change, air pollution, and respiratory problems. Additionally, coal mining can also have harmful impacts on the environment, including destruction of ecosystems and displacement of communities. Because of these negative impacts, many countries are transitioning away from using coal as an energy source and towards cleaner, renewable sources of energy
     
  8. Greg

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    Didn’t post because I’m worried about burning wood hurting the environment. It was more that artificial intelligence gave a decent non political answer in 2 seconds that fascinated me
     
  9. figor

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    Wow really hammered the coal burners. Tsk tsk. Those pesky coal burners.
     
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