How Ancient Kings & Their False God Screwed Up CleanTech Adoption & Other Climate Efforts Today - CleanTechnica

The article examines how historical religious and cultural dynamics have contributed to the United States' slow adoption of clean technologies, despite political conditions that might favor progress. It highlights that even with Democratic control of the federal government, passing meaningful clean technology funding has been difficult, largely due to cultural and religious opposition to innovations like electric vehicles, solar panels, and electric stoves. This resistance is not merely about fear of new technology but is deeply rooted in longstanding religious and cultural beliefs that shape attitudes toward environmental and technological change. Delving into ancient Near Eastern religious history, the article explains that the transition from polytheism to monotheism—specifically the elevation of Yahweh over other gods—was driven more by political and social power struggles than purely theological reasons. Monarchs and elites used the concept of a single, often violent, god to justify their authority and control, including suppressing female deities like Asherah to reinforce patriarchal structures. This historical consolidation of religious power influenced cultural attitudes that persist today