Winds Dimming Questioned by New Wind Study
A first of its kind study suggests average and peak wind speeds have slowed since 1973, especially in the Midwest and East. Researchers report a potential 10 percent drop or more per decade in some Midwest areas, with more low or no wind days.
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Renewable energy jobs grow faster than overall economy
A Pew Charitable Trusts study shows renewable energy firms including solar, wind and energy efficiency sectors expanded their workforce 9.1 percent from 1998 to 2007, more than double the 3.7 percent average across all industries. Coal mining and oil gas extraction also rose in recent years, while recent 18 month data are not included.
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California weighs online learning to replace textbooks
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger promotes digital materials for six million public school students. He calls for review of Internet resources to meet standards, noting California's budget gap and potential savings on textbook purchases. The op-ed highlights the state's software and university strength while urging shift from Gutenberg era formats.
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Statewide Kansas homeless study notes lower counts but cautions on methodology
The report finds fewer homeless in Kansas but warns counts vary by method and some may avoid enumeration. Erika Dvorske of United Way cautions that many homeless individuals do not want to be counted, likely raising true numbers. About 200 homeless people stayed in places not meant for habitation, and roughly one in five reported serious mental illness. the study will serve as a benchmark for future analyses while Lawrence shelters shift to transitional housing and a temporary shelter operates at First Christian Church.
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