Lead poisoning predicted to rise in developing countries
Sending computers to developing countries may not be such a good idea after all, because widespread lead poisoning will result from the planned distribution of a billion computers to developing countries by technology companies and charities, according to a new study.
WorldWatch Institute researcher, Michael Renner, argues for a "bailout" of the struggling U.S. automakers that will address the greater needs of the country for an eco-friendly transportation policy.
USB Rechargeable Batteries Could Save on Recycling Costs
Throw away battries add toxic debris to our landfills, and a UK company may have an answer to the problem with a new battery that can be recharged in the USB ports of computers without any additional charging mechanism.
The real solution to the energy crisis is not simply more alternative energy, to erect huge forests of wind mills, install solar panels on every roof top, and introduce hydrogen cells in every basement. While the answer to our energy crisis certainly includes alternative energy, we need a “whole systems solution” to not only energy but also to economics, agriculture, science, and politics.
