Category Archives: social and personal issues

Social and community issues, including social psychology

On marriage, children and the future

Posted on 13 March 2018 by Peter Boyer

Maybe we’re not completely screwed, after all. Last week, among close family and friends, I saw two young people married in a ferny glade on our wonderful mountain. It was a happy event as every wedding should be. Weddings are … Continue reading →

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A rich greenie shares his secrets

Posted on 27 February 2018 by Peter Boyer

Personal wealth and planetary health are not mutually exclusive, says Stuart Barry. When you think of international finance, what sorts of people come to mind? I’m guessing captains of capital, currency speculators, hedge fund managers, computer nerds; maybe Lamborghini salesmen, … Continue reading →

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Community energy: an idea whose time has come

Posted on 6 February 2018 by Peter Boyer

The big gap in our arsenal to expand renewable energy – between home systems and power utilities – can be filled by community energy, and it can’t happen too soon. In humanity’s greatest challenge – to survive and thrive without … Continue reading →

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