How does progressive government policy apply the right kind of pressure on a market economy to drive its fuel consumption in the direction of low carbon emissions? I sure wish there were an easy answer to that question, but there isn’t–and even if one existed, it could be completely different 24 months from now. (more…)
When American car-buyers were given 12 different criteria for making their purchase, “performance/speed” ranked a healthy fourth (behind price, fuel economy, and style).
Perhaps this figure may be tailing off slightly as baby boomers age and tend not to care about this a bit less, but it’s still quite important, as evidenced by the enduring appeal and robust sales figures for the classic American muscle cars like the Chevy Camaro and the Ford Mustang, as well as by the strength of the market for the many foreign entrants: Porsche, etc. (more…)
As we have discussed previously, estimating the cost to the environment associated with the Trump administration is an impossible task. For one, it’s a moving target, in that it never stops–and it will never stop, for a great many years after the president is removed from office and we begin to pick up the pieces and initiate the repairs. (more…)
Used doesn’t mean “worn down.” It does not mean “obsolete.” And most of all, it doesn’t mean “environmentally destructive.” (more…)
The world of modern convenience has made life easier, but has also taken us away from thinking about our choices in many situations. Everything we do has consequences, but the conveniences brought about by modern technology and advancements have helped us overlook where we might be contributing negatively. In the case of plastic bags, there are many important reasons why people should carefully consider whether they’re the best option for transporting items. In order to shed some light on this problem, we’ve put together a list of reasons why you should toss those plastic bags to the wind (metaphorically speaking) and look for a different option instead. (more…)
Let’s face it – in today’s day and age, you can be sure of the fact that there are more than enough scrap metal yards around. Well, that saves you the unnecessary hassle of having to take matters into your hands for a start. (more…)
It’s said that man is basically good, i.e., that most people are kind, helpful, productive, and sane individuals, perfectly capable of living harmoniously in society. Those who hold this belief, however, are forced to adopt some theory that explains things like the rise of entire regimes of fascism, hate, intolerance, and persecution of different races and religions. (more…)
On this date in 1920, American women won the right to vote, as the congress ratified the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. This is a wonderful example of our civilization’s progress driven by scores of dedicated people, working in concert over a period of several generations, who refused to give up until their aim was reached. (more…)
Here’s a radio interview that aired yesterday with British MP Jacob Rees-Mogg, who appears likely to take over control of the Conservative Party from PM Theresa May. There are lots of wild things to be learned about this gentleman, but here’s something you won’t find elsewhere: a unique approach to climate change. (more…)
Doesn’t it always feel good to get a bargain? Don’t we have greater affinity for the possessions we acquired at some fabulous discount than those for which we feel we might have overpaid? Well, good news: this same good feeling carries through to renewable energy. (more…)
