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I got to thinking about how we might use our hottest most arid environments (often but not always not so heavily populated) to create energy. Found this, CACTUS!!!! Not just for being prickly anymore!!!



"CNRS scientists have transformed the chemical energy generated by photosynthesis into electrical energy. They thus propose a new strategy

to convert solar energy into electrical energy in… Continue

In 2020 I want to be eating the way I want everyone to be able to.



I want to be surrounded by family and friends in one of two settings.



1. Outside, I want to be grilling with kids playing around while the grown-ups all yap about "boring stuff." I get to be outside with the people I love enjoying life. The menu? Chicken and vegetables. I love my red meat too, but by now it is probably not great for my health. A nice garden salad, from my own garden just like mom and dad do,… Continue

I have been fortunate to live in a very socially aware community that has the benefits and amenities one can find in a big city, but with a smaller population (approx 40,000). The amount of programs and food shelters in respect to the need is thankfully not as daunting as larger metropolitan areas. That although our community seems to have done well with getting food into peoples' bellies a large issue looms on the horizon. GOOD FOOD, healthy food, is still way too expensive.



We have… Continue

The timing of this objective is oddly convenient. I am a coach of a high school athletic team and have been trying to figure out ways to teach citizenship to my players this season. I have decided to have a food drive on the team. I still need to work out the logistics and find a way to reward the boys that reinforces the idea that investment in those in your community that are in need gives them direct benefits.



Today is our first practice and I plan on approaching the head of our… Continue