The pitfalls of going green

The idea that finding renewable alternatives to fossil fuels will lead to a greener, and better, world has become commonly accepted as the green movement has become mainstream. But two observers say the search for alternatives could in some cases create unforeseen environmental and political problems.

Guests

• David Rothkopf: Visiting scholar with the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and CEO of Garten Rothkopf, an advisory firm that specializes in energy and climate issues. His most recent book is "Super Class: The Global Power Elite and the World They Are Making."
• Michael Grunwald: Senior Correspondent for Time Magazine and author of "The Swamp: The Everglades, Florida, and the Politics of Paradise."

Resources

• Foreign Policy Magazine: "Seven Myths About Alternative Energy"
• Foreign Policy Magazine: "Is a Green World a Safer World?"