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The "bit at the end" definitely is an issue though. Thats where the interconnectedness between devices can happen. If you have to have the same end on one side, but a different on the other, its the same as having completely different ones. The problem being solved, is that now ALL cables will be used for ALL devices, not just charging blocks.

Thats not what I meant by interconnectedness, my mistake. What I meant is: having the same connectors on different devices. The issue solved is that nothing then has to become waste. If Apple decides to use a slightly different connector, and make their old one obsolete, then yes, it becomes waste. Of course technology evolves, but the usb-c standardisation is not meant to say "nobody can ever innovate", it just means that as long as it is in effect, predatory companies can no longer wall off themselves through non-sustainable, greedy business practices.

Isn't this what ambulances/non-emergency medical transport is for?

I mean, where I'm from you have two different medical phone numbers, one for emergencies, and one for non-urgent help, like transport to chemo or other regular treatments.

Edit: As in: a securing of health infrastructure should be included in the car-free discourse. Having free and easily accessible medical transportation would make the argument for less private cars much more palatable.

I've seen that name around on Nebula. Seems like he does good stuff! Thanks for the recc

I'm just glad that there is finally a little pushback to the urban-hell model of urban planning haha

Thats a really solid perspective. Again, where I'm from, Denmark, midwives and the like, especially at-home help, have their own cars with the regions seal on the side of the car. So that part is also solvable.

My argument is based on: fewer cars = good. Especially in urban spaces. I'm not saying cars have been totally solved in Denmark, far from it, but with a solid network of bikepaths, sometimes more space for bikes than cars, and many exclusive bus lanes, not having a car isn't an issue. In fact, in our capital, you can't get somewhere faster with a car than with a bus/metro.

The main problem with going less cars as I see it is mostly gear transportation. How do you bring whatever kit you need for your job, if you can't bring a car? This question remains unsolved.