The World Bank (New York headquarters shown at left) was formed at the end of World War II for the purpose of reducing poverty around the globe. Currently, it has 189 member countries, staff from more than 170 countries, and offices in over 130 locations. (more…)
If you want to help preserve the nature and reduce the negative effects we have on it, there are plenty of ways. The finances can be an issue until you scratch the surface a bit and find an abundance of options which can help you do this on a budget. (more…)
Donald Trump is dropping climate change from the list of threats to U.S. national security, a move bound to please his dwindling base of a) the rich and b) hateful people/morons. (Note to Trump supporters: If you’re not sure which one you are, just check your stock portfolio. If there aren’t at least seven, preferably eight digits in it, I have bad news. Also, see the cartoon below.)
But let’s consider the real effect of such grandstanding. (more…)
Do you want to own your dream car? Do you have a model in your head?
Do you know what to consider and what to plan before making the purchase? (more…)
A wise-cracking friend of mine in high school used to tell me that I “have a firm grasp on the obvious.”
That was the first thing that went through my mind when I came across Jameson McBride’s article that begins: “Clean energy advocates should oppose subsidizing coal.” (more…)
Whether you’re ready to admit it or not, winter is definitely coming our way! And this doesn’t just mean we should be ready to decorate our Christmas trees, but also reconsider our heating options for the cold season. Lots of people around the world prefer gas heating because they find it to be the most adequate and energy-efficient solution, but what if you could tweak things up a bit and use your gas heating more rationally? Here’s how. (more…)
Runoff from Icecap
This fabulous video presents the melting of the Arctic sea ice in a totally accessible way, while maintaining enough scientific rigor to leave no doubt as to its validity. (more…)
Consumers are quickly learning the benefits of environmentally conscious living extend beyond helping the environment. Investments in green technology and products often translate to cost-savings and improved health over time. Metal roofs are no exception. Here’s how investing in a metal roof can help make your home more sustainable. (more…)
There are a lot of things to abhor about Fox News based on the effect it has on its viewers, and thus our society. A few weeks ago I mentioned a study from a major university that found that those who get their news from Fox know less about current events than people who watch and read no news at all, due to the way the programming is constructed to misdirect and misinform its consumers. (more…)
If you are a new homeowner, then you can begin to plant trees to help the environment. While you weren’t able to plant an assortment of trees while living in an apartment or rental home, this is one of the best things that you can do after you have your own property. Here are five ways that planting trees will help the environment. (more…)
