1. This graph has the last 50 years, is there something that stands out about it?
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2. As the increase of technology, electronic devices, increases per capita energy use per capita will follow suit.
Wide spread use into less developed countries adds to the consumption.
3. As you obviously have a hardon for coal, what do you propose to replace it with?
4. Industrial machinery includes detection tech.
5. I checked with my previous replies, missed the brainwash request. I'm not looking to be divisive. You'll recall you condescending
attitude when entering this discussion. In the pit if you make assertions don't be surprised if someone askes for source or link verification.
Damn, you haven't any idea who may frequent these environs.
6. Don't really care. If you last a while you'll find out the depth of technical/intellectual prowess regularly on the hide/pit to be the deep water.
By your arrogance I'd guess you've not broke your 4 decade yet.
R