Solar boat makes Atlantic history

"The crew of four academics and one full-time sailor said they were trying to promote the "great potential" of solar power to combat climate change.

A similar-sized boat would have used about 72 litres of diesel every 24 hours on the same voyage."

"During the day, the 48 solar panels on its roof gather energy from the sun. The power is stored in batteries, which allow it to sail through the night."

Solar power has been mocked by the "big iron" engineers that dominate power utilities and engineering schools. Successive right wing governments around the world have cut funding for solar research and solar projects. Experiments like this one prove the functionality of solar, and it's utility in helping solve the global climate crisis.

BBC: Solar boat makes Atlantic history

Canada's largest wireless Internet network free-of-charge in Saskatchewan

"Residents and visitors to the downtown business districts and post-secondary institutions of Saskatchewan’s four largest centres will soon be able to access the country’s largest wireless Internet network, free-of-charge. The Saskatchewan! Connected initiative will offer users basic Internet service in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Regina, and Moose Jaw via a wireless Wi-Fi network to be operated by the government Information Technology Office, SaskTel and other partners. The service will also be available in select business districts in close proximity to downtown Saskatoon and Regina."

NDP Caucus - announcement of free wireless internet

Saskatchewan! Connected website (warning: annoying autoplay music when you go there)

U.S. Humane Society complaint on fur garment mislabelling - dog fur used

The Humane Society of the United States says dog fur is being used on winter coats.

"March 14, 2007 — Today, the Federal Trade Commission is considering a petition from the Humane Society of the United States that asks for fines or even criminal charges against major designers that mislabel their clothing.

Last month, "Good Morning America" reported on a Humane Society investigation that had found dog fur used on winter coats advertised as faux fur or labeled "raccoon fur."

It is illegal to import dog or cat fur, yet the Humane Society of the United States says it found top designers and stores doing just that.

The controversial fur is used as trim around the collars and on hoods of popular winter coats." - ABC News

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