Author: craigshields

A reader notes:   We had a new advanced technology of the Biomass treatment for pro-Ethanor; according to reactor fine-milling of attrition autogenaous with criated a mechano-chemical reaction and use of the ions solution by bactericide catalytic TiO2-Complex Ag base. Holy smokes. I …

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There are so many trends related to energy efficiency in our world today that I remain optimistic that, taken as a whole, all these factors that enable us to use less energy per capita will offset the growing population, and …

E-Bikes Play a Key Role in the Future of Transportation Read More »

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I make go/no-go decisions re: attending conferences the way anyone else does.  I’m motivated to go if: • I’m invited to speak • It’s close, i.e., a drive as opposed to a plane ride

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According to the Writer’s Almanac, it’s the 90th birthday of American political humorist Art Buchwald (pictured).  They write: Buchwald began writing political satire when President Eisenhower made a trip to France. His humorous articles caught the attention of Eisenhower’s press …

Our Approach To Energy on Planet Earth: The Oil Companies Against the Rest of the World—But Is This Really Necessary? Read More »

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Frequent commenter Cameron Atwood writes: For those concerned about how messaging is communicated, I’d suggest that people need to replace the ambiguous and lukewarm phrases “climate change” and “global warming” with the far more accurate, evocative and impactful words “anthropogenic …

Anthropogenic Climate Disruption Read More »

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Every business has a huge obligation to reduce the carbon footprint of their operation. Thankfully many businesses are starting to take that seriously and realise the financial benefits of doing so from good brand PR and cost saving benefits. One …

From Guest Blogger Chris Rowson: Paperless Alternatives in the Workplace Read More »

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Last spring, many of us petitioned Delta Airlines, as the major air transportation provider between Africa and the US, to refuse to ship the carcasses of lions, elephants, rhinoceros, tigers, etc., as a deterrent to those, tragically born without consciences, …

Update on “Sustainable Wildlife” Read More »

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Believe it or not, there is a law on the books in Canada that stipulates: No person who does not reside in Canada shall…induce electors to….vote for or refrain from voting for a particular candidate. Violators are subject to a …

Should Canadians Vote for Prime Minister Stephen Harper in Today’s National Elections? Read More »

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Here’s a discussion on the use of “intake forms,” i.e., questionnaires that certain investment groups and lenders use as a preliminary step on an entrepreneur’s path toward receiving the funding required to move his business concept forward.  Billy Joel fans …

Filling Out Forms, Standing In Line Read More »

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Last week I functioned as a panelist at one of the so-called “Keiretsu Forums” here in Southern California, in which entrepreneurs pitch their business plans to potential investors. I really enjoy this, as it gives me practice on thinking on …

Keiretsu Forums Read More »

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