Those who wish to understand the many and deep contributions of Thorstein Veblen to economics will find that this offering falls short of the mark. … The Social Economics of Thorstein VeblenRead more
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Pick Your Poison
The drought that has kept much of the nation in its grip this summer brings a host of additional downstream worries for growers already struggling … Pick Your PoisonRead more
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TEPCO succeeds in taking water sample from crippled No. 1 reactor
The operator of the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant succeeded Friday in taking a sample of water from the No. 1 reactor’s primary containment … TEPCO succeeds in taking water sample from crippled No. 1 reactorRead more
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More Bikes Sold Than Cars In Italy For The First Time Since WW2
For the first time since the end of the Second World War the number of bicycles sold in Italy has overtaken the number of cars. … More Bikes Sold Than Cars In Italy For The First Time Since WW2Read more
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Developing Countries Most Vulnerable To Ocean Acidification
Developing countries that rely on nourishment from the oceans will soon find their sources of food and way of life threatened, according to an Oceana … Developing Countries Most Vulnerable To Ocean AcidificationRead more
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Opening Pandora’s Lunchbox
You’ve heard of pink slime. You know trans fats are cardiovascular atrocities. You’re well aware that store-bought orange juice is essentially a scam. But, no … Opening Pandora’s LunchboxRead more
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Climate Change Is Cutting Humans’ Work Capacity
That’s the conclusion of a new study that finds climate change has reduced humanity’s ability to work by making the planet hotter and muggier. That … Climate Change Is Cutting Humans’ Work CapacityRead more
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One third of UK government ministers
One third of government ministers linked to UK companies fuelling climate change One third of ministers in the UK government, including top cabinet ministers, are … One third of UK government ministersRead more
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Solar Energy To Get Boost From Cutting-Edge Clouds Forecasts
Applying its atmospheric expertise to solar energy, the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is spearheading a three-year, nationwide project to create unprecedented, 36-hour forecasts … Solar Energy To Get Boost From Cutting-Edge Clouds ForecastsRead more
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American Newspapers Give Far More Coverage To Climate Deniers And Skeptics Than Other Countries
America is unique when it comes to giving a platform to climate deniers and skeptics. According to a new analysis of data released last year, … American Newspapers Give Far More Coverage To Climate Deniers And Skeptics Than Other CountriesRead more