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Perpetual economic growth is unsustainable

There’s little doubt in my mind that the three-legged stool economic model is flawed and needs replacement. Setting economic concerns as a priority above the environment when the environment is … Continue reading

January 30, 2011 · 12 Comments

Offshore drilling is bad news, and we should say so

Offshore oil production is a growth industry that has  produced numerous large-scale oil spills destroying  an immense amount habitat and devastating wildlife.  Clearly drilling is not the answer to any … Continue reading

July 31, 2010 · 7 Comments

Rethinking and reducing oil dependency

My husband and I awoke to the news that BP Plc is preparing for a key procedure to replace the containment cap over its blown-out Macondo well, which could temporarily … Continue reading

July 9, 2010 · 22 Comments

Can food shortages bring down civilization?

The biggest threat to global political stability is the potential for food crises in poor countries to cause government collapse. Those crises are brought on by rising demand and ever worsening environmental degradation.

April 28, 2009 · 6 Comments

Bloggers Unite for Earth Day

Join up with bloggers around the world through Bloggers Unite for Earth Day on April 22nd and honor the planet every day of the year.

April 18, 2009 · 32 Comments

Palin Makes Me Puke

Hat tip to Grizzly Bay. Here are some facts about John McCain’s choice for Vice President, Sarah Palin: (1) She is presently under investigation in Alaska for abuse of power … Continue reading

August 30, 2008 · 39 Comments

Population, Nature, and What Women Want

Worldwatch President Christopher Flavin says: “Population growth is a driving force behind some of today’s most serious problems, including climate change and rising food prices.” I certainly don’t disagree with … Continue reading

May 8, 2008 · 4 Comments
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