The growing demand for energy in developed and developing countries and the threats of the ongoing climate emergency have motivated researchers, policymakers, and the public […]
Author Archives: Anka Baranski
Human Evolution: Debunking the “Monkey Logic”
Did humans come from monkeys? A popular interpretation of human evolution would probably affirm this notion. And some creationists would take this otherwise gross misinterpretation […]
Environmental Impacts of Globalization: Positive and Negative
Discussions about the environmental impacts of globalization would bring forth a realization that global integration is a double-edged sword. A look into studies and media […]
Link Between 9/11 Terrorist Attack and Cancer, Other Diseases
The aftermath of the September 11 attack on the World Trade Center in New York City has extended beyond the war on terror and related […]
Homosexual Behaviors in Other Animals
Same-sex sexual or homosexual behaviors in other animals have been observed in about 1500 species. Of course, the basis of homosexuality remains complicated and controversial. […]
Environmental Impacts of Blockchain Technology
Several experts and industry observers have expressed concerns over the negative environmental impacts of blockchain technology, including the expanding popularity of cryptocurrencies and emerging applications […]
Environmental Benefits of Telecommuting
The cost savings benefits and other strengths or advantages of remote work or telecommuting have made it appealing to both individuals and organizations. Considering how […]
Linear Economy: Characteristics and Criticism
A linear economy is a concept used to describe traditional economic models and economic systems that follow a straightforward approach to production and consumption. However, […]
Principles of Natural Capitalism: Definitions, Assumptions, and Applications
Physicist Amory Lovins, environmentalist L. Hunter Lovins, environmentalist and entrepreneur Paul Hawken wrote the 1999 book on environmental economics “Natural Capitalism: Creating the Next Industrial […]
Plastic Pyrolysis Pros and Cons: Converting Plastics Into Energy
Pyrolysis represents the thermal degradation of materials at high temperatures within an inert atmosphere. The process has several industrial uses and applications. Nonetheless, plastic pyrolysis […]
