Green energy initiatives often generate bright, hopeful narratives of a cleaner, more sustainable future. They also give rise to a dark, tragic side when unintended consequences appear. One such case is the creation of great demand for metals and special materials that leads to surges in ‘green’ crime. Theft of these materials is driving costs … Read more
In 2020, New Jersey joined many states fighting “climate change” by declaring war on plastic bags. The state legislature passed a bill to ban single-use plastic bags. With much fanfare, then-Governor Phil Murphy signed the bag ban that he considered a milestone in tackling the state’s climate issues. “With the historic signing of this bill … Read more
When the Norwegian government facilitated the building of two wind farms in central Norway, officials congratulated themselves for both being green and producing energy. The wind turbines would replace carbon-heavy electric generating plants and stimulate economic growth in the region. The project was a win-win green new deal for everyone. However, officials soon discovered that … Read more
Over the past few months, thousands of Dutch farmers have blocked highways and staged protests. Hundreds have been arrested, and one was even shot at by a police officer. Dutch farmers have been protesting in the streets on and off since 2019. Why are the farmers so outraged? They are fighting for nothing less than … Read more
Carbon capture is a key component to meet the utopic goals of the Paris climate accords. Everywhere, businesses are positioning to lessen their carbon footprints. They are buying carbon credits to offset their unavoidable emissions. Carbon capture involves processes that industries can filter carbon dioxide from their emissions, especially in energy production. These projects can … Read more
The Green movement has an atom-sized problem that is destroying its credibility. On the one hand, scientists and engineers are refining and advancing ecologically friendly ways of producing nuclear power. There is a rejuvenated interest in this nuclear power option. Rolls Royce is planning to build small reactors in England. Emmanuel Macron recently announced the … Read more
The left exploits the Green Revolution to further its ecological agenda of destroying the present economic system. Its special target has long been Big Oil, which plays a dominant role in the global economy. Bolstered by the support of Big Media, Green activists are trying hard to bring the present system down. The Greens’ relentless … Read more
Many young people who espouse socialism never actually define it, much less examine it. Some might wonder where these youth got these strange ideas. The answer is that it reflects the ideology of modern education, which focuses on developing opinions, rather than teaching facts. This educational mindset comes from John Dewey, often referred to as … Read more
The latest in Lenten devotions may not mention sin, penance or personal sanctification. A disturbing trend among liberal Catholics is taking a turn toward a form of earth worship. The emphasis of this program is not Catholic or even Christian. There is little mention of God’s love, redemption, or protection for humanity. Unfortunately, some Catholics … Read more
The December 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris is the most hyped international environmental conference since the 1992 Rio Earth Summit. Its goal is nothing less than a legally binding treaty and international framework — under the auspices of the UN — that would force the nations of the world to drastically cut … Read more
