I just had a long and interesting conversation with a woman in Columbia who will be doing a bit of volunteer writing for us here; I’m certainly looking forward to reading her stuff. We talked about what it takes to …
Corporate Sustainability Initiatives and Their Complex Motives Read More »
Fire is a regular, but often tragic, occurrence. Whether started in a family home, a commercial environment or outside, both accidental and deliberate fires can be potentially devastating. One of the most destructive types of fire, though, is forest fires …
From Guest Blogger "Elite Fire Protection" — The Effects of Fire on the Environment Read More »
In his response to my post on eating less meat, frequent commenter and really smart guy Glenn Doty writes: ….the average American burns 2 gallons of gasoline (72 kWh) per day in transportation. The production and distribution of is ~88% …
I hope everyone is enjoying this day on which we thank our mothers for being the wonderful and kind people they are, and express our gratitude for the numerous sacrifices they made on our behalf. The way Mothers’ Day is …
I thought readers might appreciate this collection of time-lapse images assembled by Time, NASA and the United States Geological Survey. One can debate the meaning and ultimate effects of the sprawling growth of a single city like Las Vegas, Nevada, …
Time-Lapse Photography Shows Environmental Challenges Read More »
I learned recently that long-time 2GreenEnergy Associate Bill Paul has been doing some truly excellent work in an area of tremendous importance: calling attention to crimes against the environment. Not only is his work of great value, it’s easy to …
From Guest Blogger Bill Paul: The Hottest Bull Market on Earth Read More »
In our wide-ranging discussion of our civilization’s sustainability, I normally sidestep the issue of religion. Yes, I occasionally write something opposing some of our nation’s elected lawmakers, ostensibly our most capable thinkers, who build their reasoning on bizarre personal viewpoints …
Civilization’s Sustainability and Interpretations of God's Will Read More »
There were some very thought-provoking presentations at the quarterly “Sustainability Partners Conference” at UCLA yesterday. At issue is a central question: does sustainability pay for itself? I.e., do companies that have vigorously and sincerely woven sustainability in their corporate DNA …
Sustainability Conferences at UCLA — Always Fascinating Read More »
When I was in kindergarten (in 1960), I made a fine friend in the person of Glenn Koach. As we grew close through our years as young boys together, I could see that Glenn was “not just anyone;” he was …
My talk the other day to the Santa Barbara Savvy Investors’ Club went very well. As I told my wife when I pulled out of the driveway on my way, “It’s a room full of people who read a lot …
Talk on Sustainability Leaves Few Stones Unturned Read More »
