It would be pretty much impossible to live a "modern" life without petroleum products. I think the key is to make sure the products we demand are neccessary and as efficient as they can be. No more single use plastic bags, wrapping bananas in cellophane, and the like.
It's up to the consumer to be very aware of what she/he is buying and what message that is sending to the retailer and manufacturer. They *will* sell us what we demand, so we have to be thoughtful.
Use less, eat less, enjoy life more.
