The French have passed a new law that requires gadget & appliance repair or replacement for two years, and job creation in a circular economy…
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Transportation Funding for Bicycling: an Economic No-Brainer?
Even the most die-hard supporter of our current personal transportation infrastructure (essentially, roads and bridges designed for cars) will likely admit that bicycling (and walking) has some fundamental benefits: a [ … ]
Earth Policy Institute: Creating New Jobs, Cutting Carbon Emissions, and Reducing Oil Imports by Investing in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
By Lester R. Brown At a time when major U.S. companies are announcing job layoffs almost daily, the renewable energy industry is hiring new workers every day to build wind [ … ]