Reader Upgeya Pew offers a very plausible explanation for why Ian Bremmer, a person of incredible intelligence, could posit that one of the benefits of climate change is creating easier access to Arctic oil. Pew notes: Bremmer is well paid …
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I try to attend the annual University of California at Santa Barbara Summit on Energy Efficiency, now in its 4th year. This year’s meeting will focus on “Materials for a Sustainable Energy Future.” I plan to “join the Institute for Energy …
I had planned to attend Jared Diamond’s lecture at the University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB) on Saturday, but unfortunately it was sold out — not a problem that I had anticipated. I tried, but I couldn’t wangle a ticket, which …
A reader asks: I’ve been wondering if going to business school with a focus on sustainability would be a good idea in the near future. Are educational programs developed enough to gain meaningful credentials and a wholesome learning experience? I’m …
Last night I had the pleasure of coming face to face with one of my true heroes: Annie Leonard (of “The Story of Stuff” fame) at the University of California at Santa Barbara. Annie commanded the riveted attention of a …
I’m headed down to the University of California at Santa Barbara this afternoon to listen to Amory Lovins deliver a talk. It’s hard to think of anyone who has had a greater impact on our concern for environmental issues and …
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Of course, few readers live close to Santa Barbara, CA, USA. But those who do should consider attending this lecture by Daniel Yergin, one of the greatest contributors of our world’s understanding of the economic and politics of energy. Wednesday …
