Bertie's bright idea

Once again, I stand accused of stretching the definition of a 'Nature Friday' post.

Well, the world's atmosphere is part of 'nature' is it not?

And thus the efforts of our humans to clean up the atmosphere and curb carbon dioxide emissions are surely a valid topic for the LLB Gang's weekly blog hop?

Hard by the entrance to Duthie Park in Aberdeen we have a charging point for electric vehicles. This has been in place for about five years, but it's only recently that we've started to see more and more private cars using it. 

Now humans (Gail included) often say how one problem with electric cars is that the batteries take ages to recharge, so this is a limitation on longer journeys. Moreover, the battery charge runs out faster when it's cold and dark and you have the heater and lights on, and these are common conditions in Scotland in winter. 

Well I would like to put the counter-argument, make a suggestion.

As we all know, when driving long distances, especially with a canine passenger, it is important anyway to stop for a break every 2 -3 hours. My suggestion to those who are responsible for installing charging points is that surely the best place for them is, as here, beside dog-friendly parks, or alternatively at the start point of hiking trails or near nice sandy beaches? That way, the pups (and humans) get to enjoy some fresh air and exercise, and the time while waiting for the battery to charge will be well spent. 

Does your human have an electric car yet?