5.20.2010

Losing the race

While I bristle at the conclusion that regulation is the silver bullet and that federal standards will force innovation, this is a pretty telling comparison of energy investments in the Southeast US.

Finally, reason

The top 10 myths about immigration, most of which I have to repeatedly explain to people. From an economic perspective, immigration (even "illegal" immigration) is beneficial to the US economy.

The Productivity Myth



...it's exactly that.

Personally, I always strive for greater and greater efficiency, but at some point, I know it comes at a cost.

5.15.2010

clearing out my reader

and sharing some neat links in the process. Something for everybody!

1. What is the world's most recycled product? You may be surprised.

2. An article about the wheels of change a-turnin' in China, and the Communist government's endgame set in motion.

3. Beautifully designed, naturally-inspired zipties. In concept, anyway.

4. EXPLOSIONS IN PANORAMA! A 360-rotatable panoramic video of the demolition of the old Texas Stadium.

5. Nature at its finest. It reminds one that the word 'awe' is meant to invoke both amazement and fear.

6. I WANT TO GO TO THERE. Smashing recyclable bottles for sport.

documentaries galore!

First, congratulations to Full Frame Documentary Film Festival for getting a nod in the 50 noteworthy film festivals, with the ranks of Sundance, Outfest, Cannes, and Berlin. We love you, FF!

Second, a short documentary about the dying art of billboard/sign painting. Absolutely stunning. Link via OK Great.

UP THERE from The Ritual Project on Vimeo.



Finally, part one of an eight-part opus to Detroit's decay. I've never been, but I have a mixture of sadness at how things have turned out for Detroit and deep love for the concentration of abandoned buildings.