Being a avid reader ,I`ve only read about the Gaia Hypothesis and his writings on the DaisyWorld model. I`ve found them quite interesting. As for the topic of global warming, I have to agree with you that he is a big time NUCLEAR ENERGY avocate when it comes to cleaning up the atmosphere and his attitude does have a doomsday tinge to it.....If it where possible , would cold fusion be the answer ? and are we capable of ever achieving this goal and elimanate fossil fuel and atomic energy this century ?...Back to the subject, I`m a firm believer in taking care of our Earth Island , and that our species is with out a doubt making changes thats affecting the whole planet and will we be tolerated ?thats the big question. Like you said Terra, earth will survive...a little respect for our island might assure our survival also.....Time will tell.......Weatherchef