From Grist, an essay on creating an Earth Atmospheric Trust: A system to control climate change and reduce poverty. Now that the public is ready to hear it, how will graphic designers shape the discourse about climate change? This time it's personal: There is a disconnect between awareness of climate change and the lifestyle changes necessary to combat it. From Arena, an article on the cultural meaning of the oil crisis and the end of growth. Can we turn garbage into energy? The pros and cons of plasma incineration. An article on the green upside to $100-a-barrel oil. In praise of $100 oil: There's a case to be made for why $100 oil is good for everyone.
