Monthly Archives: November 2012

Many people are aware that China is insatiably consuming energy, constantly building new power plants.  Although they now emit more carbon dioxide than any other country, many people do not realize that China is also pursuing many alternative energy sources … Continue reading →

Everyone agrees that we are in an energy crisis, and most people generally agree that renewable energy has to be at least part of the solution.  Unfortunately, at its current capabilities, renewable energies are not particularly feasible as a source … Continue reading →

Humans have hunted species to extinction numerous times in the past – from the Dodo bird, to the Tasmanian tiger, to the Falkland Island wolf.  Even when their meat isn’t a necessity to survive, we persist in overhunting species until … Continue reading →

Considering the events of the past week, I decided that it would be appropriate to center my weekly blog around Hurricane Sandy.  Although we were relatively lucky here in central Pennsylvania, many other parts of the country were devastated.  Some … Continue reading →