The new Grist site has an article titled Myth: Using Less Energy = Sacrifice. Its author David Roberts is saying what mainstream culture wants to hear: no discomfort at hand as we deal with global warming. No lifestyle changes needed. I know many progressive people, smart people, who promote this viewpoint. And I understand that [...]
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The Choices We Do And Don’t Have
April 6th, 2009 · 2 Comments · energy, sustainability
Tags: change·climate change·culture·David Roberts·global warming·Grist·oil
Rethinking Cars And Public Health
December 3rd, 2008 · No Comments · health & well being, lifestyle, simplicity, sustainability, transportation
I have another thought or two on the proposed bailout of the American auto industry. Then later this week I’ll be reporting on desalination, the increasingly popular, carbon-intensive transformation of ocean water into drinking water. While acknowledging that job loss in the auto industry (or anywhere) is extremely painful, let’s take a step back and [...]
Tags: automakers·cars·Drive Less Save More·exercise·green living·Grist·Oregon·Zipcar
