We will develop alternate fuels and power sources seriously when the lights start flickering in the homes of of the rich & powerful...and when THEY can see a way to control the process and the profits. (yes, I know all about experiments in wind power, tide power, solar power...etc..but so far it ain't **SERIOUS**)

And it will be a troubling time for everyone, with exhorbitant prices, shortages, accusations and condemnations. Population will keep expanding and resources will keep shrinking and tempers will flare and life will be 'interesting'.

No, my crystal ball doesn't tell me whether we will sort it all out before things are in major disarray..sorry. And sorry to be a doomsayer, but I'll make a side bet with you. I am over 60, and may see some of this...my son is 18, and I hate what HE will probably see.