Photo via the New Republic It's a widely held notion that politicians have long been in the pocket of Big Oil. And there's good reason for that perception: oil companies' huge campaign donations, vast lobbying power, and close ties to politicians have ensured that their taxes remain low , that hidden subsidies are around to provide extra funding, and that they receive preferential treatment in US energy policy. But there could be a new, ... View original post here: The Next Big Oil: Big Smart Grid?
So there really isn't anything that deep to this image. It's just a (more or less) life-sized blue whale eye. And on the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society site you can educate yourself/be mesmerized/ waste some time for a while staring at it while the entire life-sized animal scrolls across your browser window. Believe me, it's way cooler than you might think:... Read more from the original source: Ever See a Blue Whale Life-Sized on Your Computer? Now You Can
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They've gone from the lab to the ocean, and these robotic fish are stretching their fins to see how they do in gathering information on pollution. See original here: Pollution-Hunting Robot Fish Head to Sea for Test Swim
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If you've never done this, you need to -- especially if you have pets or allergies. Don't worry: It's easier than you think. Go here to see the original: How to Clean Your Mattress
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Watson must put up over $300,000 in bail and stay in Germany while awaiting the final ruling on whether he will be sent to Costa Rica to face trial on a decade-old charge. See more here: Paul Watson Will Be Released on Bail, But Must Stay in Germany Awaiting Possible Extradition
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Cleantech isn't just about sparking innovation, but also about helping California's economy grow. View original here: Cleantech A Beacon In The California Gloom
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The folks behind Pebble managed to raise a startling $10 million on Kickstarter for their "smart watch" but new compatibility updates might make it perfect for future smart homes. Originally posted here: Pebble Watch and the Future Smart Home
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The latest from Ecoholic author Adria Vasil "delivers the lowdown on virtually every product that comes into contact with our bodies." Go here to see the original: Ecoholic Body: Your Ultimate Earth-Friendly Guide to Living Healthy and Looking Good (Book Review)
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Not as fussy as pies, this rough-and-tumble family of baked fruit dishes are rustic, charming, and a highly pleasant way to employ the seasonal fruit starting make its appearance. See original here: Crisps, Betties, Buckles and Slumps: The Who’s Who of Fruit Desserts
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The best stories of the past week from EarthTechling. Stay in the know! See the original post: Algae-Powered Lamps, Solar Emergency Suitcases, Energy Maps of New York and More from EarthTechling
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"The mining companies were telling us that it's safe... We did our research and discovered they were lying through their teeth." See the original post here: TreeHugger Interviews the Philippine Mine-Stopping, Goldman Prize-Winning "Father Edu"
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In the world of recycled paper, there remains a previously overlooked source of pulp that's literally being flushed down the toilet every day. (Hint: It's feces.) More here: Israeli Company Wants to Make Paper From Your Poo
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A Finnish designer has made a working surfboard from broken skateboards. Read the original here: Hollow Surfboard Is Made from Broken Skateboards
How to grow tastier tomatoes and how to make food taste sweeter without sugar: just two amazing discoveries from a study of the chemical interactions underlying tomato flavor preferences Read the rest here: The Secrets of Tasty Tomatoes Discovered - Can ...
