Notes from a rare planet: Extreme weather makes people more concerned about climate change

If you experience extreme weather, you’re more likely to be concerned about climate change and more likely to conserve energy (ScienceBlog) “Members of the British public are more prepared to take personal action and reduce their energy use when they … Continue reading

Notes from a rare planet: Obama calls for an end to oil subsidies, wants to put money toward tomorrow’s energy

Obama wants the US to become the first country on Earth with 1 million electric vehicles by 2015 (USA Today) “President Obama called Tuesday for an end to federal subsidies for oil companies, proposing instead to use the money to … Continue reading

Notes from a rare planet: House cats protects people from alligator (video)

here to view it. Los Angeles County passes strict ban on plastic bags “Parts of Los Angeles County have joined other California communities in banning stores from using single-use plastic bags. County supervisors approved the measure 3-1 on Tuesday in hopes … Continue reading