Because sand demand includes roads, beach volleyball, glass, concrete, your home’s foundation, and solar panels, we might not have enough.
How Housing Markets Have Downsized
Recovering after the Great Recession, housing markets expanded until they had to shrink in an unexpected way.
Our Weekly Economic News Roundup: From Solar Clocks to Mars Trips
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week’s economic news roundup ranges from the 4-day workweek to job names.
March 2024 Friday’s e-links: My New Book
Last updated 3/22/24 Every once in a while, (and sometimes each day) I listen to a great podcast, enjoy an article, or see a good video that I want to share with you. I like to think of them as…
Where the 4-Day Workweek Works
Although momentum seems to be moving us toward the 4-day workweek, and recent studies support the shift, still, there are problems.
The Many Sides of New Jersey’s Plastic Bag Ban
Deciding if plastic bag bans are effective, we can look at the upside and downside in New Jersey and several recent studies.
Why a Job Name Makes a Difference
Seeing males dominate arts award nominees and beyond, we can ask how, where, and when inclusioon initiatives will make a difference.
Preparing Land, Labor, and Capital For Mars
Preparing for a trip to Mars, although most of us assume a technology focus, we are leavng out a crucial consideration.
Why Solar Time Matters
When we “spring ahead” by an hour because of daylight saving time, solar time will offset the impact of the switch.