I tutor a number of local students of all ages on a variety of subjects. Such encounters are always rewarding to me at some level, though some cause me to think and learn more than others. Currently, I’m helping a …
Philosophic Questions on “Free Choice and Morality” Get at Issues of Sustainability Read More »
Despite the digital revolution, global consumption of paper continues to increase. Even with the rise of email and texting rather than standard mail, getting news and information online rather than in print form and reading files in a digital format, …
From Guest Blogger Philip: Green Printing Reduces Environmental Impact Read More »
I noted about a month ago that the attack on Net Neutrality, largely sponsored by telecomm giant Comcast, was on its last legs, and that the decisive factor in the battle was the torrent of outrage of tens of millions …
As environmental issues become more of a concern as every year passes, it galvanises people to pursue products that are perceived green. People are much more motivated to use products from renewable resources. It is now fashionable to drink your …
From Guest Blogger Ed: The Humble Paper Cup In 2015 And Its Environmental Impact Read More »
Since the Industrial Revolution, the pH of the oceans has declined from 8.2 to 8.1, largely due to the absorption of CO2 and the formation of carbonic acid. What’s a lousy 0.1 in the scheme of things? pH is logarithmic, …
A few weeks ago I remarked in astonishment that, its very laudable efforts to reduce suffering in the third world, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation places little or no emphasis on contraception and the other elements of family planning. …
Sustainability, World Population and Food Supply Read More »
We’ve all had the experience of learning a new word or becoming familiar with a new model of car, and then starting to hear the word or see the car everywhere. I’m having the same experience with the concept of …
Is There a Trend Toward Eco-Consciousness, Or Is It Just My Imagination? Read More »
Keep America Beautiful is an organization dedicated to promoting waste reduction, recycling, litter prevention and public space beautification. Founded in 1953, the nonprofit works with community-based affiliate groups, corporate sponsors and local governments to carry out programs that focus on …
From Guest Blogger Dixie Somers: A Look at the Projects that “Keep America Beautiful" Read More »
Of the 4363 previous posts I’ve written here, a few have no connection to clean energy or sustainability at all—and this one is an example. Occasionally I like to communicate something on the subject of writing itself, not that I …
It’s difficult to find a way to stay carbon neutral when the romantic season comes upon us. You don’t want to disappoint the love of your life even if you really do have plans to save the planet and live …
From Guest Blogger Izzie: How to Buy Greener Valentine’s Day Gifts Read More »
