On the Eco-Speak

Oil is by far the leading source of energy in the world; it essentially supports our economy here in Alberta. Yet how often do we stop and think of the effects of our dependancies on oil? The upcoming stories on this blog will cover the many aspects of oil and its affect on day to day lives. Those aspects being the environmental implications of the use of oil, and also the potential applications of oil products, along side alternative forms of energy that are in development.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Global Warming: Jokes and jobs.

Thomas L. Friedmans NY Times article, titled “Aren't We Clever”, comments on the contrasting viewpoints of America and China regarding global warming. He critiques the American viewpoint that global warming is a “joke”, while praising the Chinese enthusiasm as they create more jobs to further “green” the country. Friedman is an acclaimed NY Times journalist and a multi-Pulitzer award winner, adding to the credibility of his article.
Vern McGill
NY Times Article of Public Perception of Global Warming