The “green” building movement has caused dramatic changes in the construction industry over the past few years. As consumers became more aware of the impact of traditional construction activities on the environment and the use of resources such as wood, …
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Let the World See What True Hatred and Stupidity Look Like
In response to this surreal discussion begun by Rupert Murdoch, a dear friend writes: The world will be better when he isn’t influencing it. That’s certainly true in the main, but now he’s so senile that he’s made a laughing …
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The Sixth Extinction and the Development of Cleantech
I had a good talk with my mother earlier today in which we discussed Elizabeth Kolbert’s The Sixth Extinction, a book that examines each of the five periods of geologic history when mass extinctions (large and rapid loss of plants …
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California Is an Incubator for Concepts in Environmentalism, Sustainability
We in California bear a particular responsibility, as, for some reason, many social phenomena start here, and, if they’re successful, they’re picked up by the rest of the country and ultimately by the rest of the world. This, btw, is …
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Removing Oil as a Cause for War
It’s the 150th anniversary of the signing of the First Geneva Convention, which, according to the Writer’s Almanac, “marked the beginning of the international humanitarian law movement.” I’m going to resist the temptation to go off on a rant about …
From Guest Blogger Sinan: Solar Benches in Boston
The 60-year-old technology is finally making into the mainstream of our daily lives. The city of Boston plans to install solar photovoltaic powered benches that would serve as outdoor charging stations. The first wave will be located in the Boston …
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World Economic Growth Limited by Sustainability Constraints
I had the pleasure of listening to a number of fine Ted Talks on my trip to the airport this morning, each addressing the growing disparity between the rich and poor, and the demise of the middle class. In a …
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Explaining Humankind’s Blase’ Response to Climate Change
When frequent commenter Cameron Atwood sent me this alarming article this afternoon on climate change, I wrote back, “Scary stuff!” and I considered at the time not to formulate it into a blog post. Even though it is scary in …
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The People Who Understand Renewable Energy Can “Handle the Truth”
Jill Buck responded to my recent accolades on her abilities as a host on her fabulous show: Go Green Radio. She wrote: “Wow, thank you, Craig! I’ll share your post via my social media network in the morning– very kind!” …
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Differences of Opinion at Climate Talks in Warsaw
Here are a few words on the climate talks in Warsaw, based on yesterday’s New York Times article – just a few – since I have nothing constructive to report, nor, in my heart of hearts, do I think any …
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