Issue 22 February 15th 2019

Blog/Commentary

Issue 22

Still in Costa Rica and reading lots! No new blog post to share, but lots of good reading. Enjoy your weekend!

Alternative Energy

Solar Jobs Shrink Again as Trump's Tariffs Bite Industry - Bloomberg

Markets & Economy

A record 7 million Americans are 3 months behind on their car payments, a red flag for the economy - The Washington Post

Climate Change

World's Driest Desert Floods as Extreme Weather Events Rise - Bloomberg

For a Climate Reporter, a Dreaded Question: ‘Then Why Is It So Cold?’ - The New York Times

For folks confused by Climate Change vs Polar Vortex

The Tiny Swiss Company That Thinks It Can Help Stop Climate Change - The New York Times

Health/Biotech

Measles Outbreak 2019: Anti-Vaccine Movement Spurs New Cases - Bloomberg

Transportation

Meet R.J. Scaringe, Founder Of Rivian Automotive—And Tesla’s Worst Nightmare

Science

Nasa Opportunity Rover's Mars Mission Is Finally Over - Bloomberg

The Hummingbird as Warrior: Evolution of a Fierce and Furious Beak - The New York Times

Social Responsibility

After Parkland, Dick's Sporting Goods CEO Embraced Tougher Stance On Guns : NPR

In Roundup Case, the Science Will Go on Trial First - WSJ

Environment

Senate Passes a Sweeping Land Conservation Bill - The New York Times

Culture

Why so many people believe conspiracy theories - BBC News