olympics

In our medal-count-leading country, Olympic athletes remind us that preparation leads to success. However, as seen in dealing with the financial crisis, the environmental crisis and the health care crisis, our politicians would rather put off preparation and prevention until well after it’s too late.
Politicians will be politicians.
Therefore,… Read the rest

This year, getting a gold (or silver or bronze) at the Olympics comes with a little bit more than ever before. That’s because this year’s medals were made with a tiny portion of recycled electronic waste. Although small in size, the amount of recycled waste used is extremely significant in… Read the rest

What with organizers having to truck in snow to Cypress Mountain in Vancouver, British Columbia for this year’s Games, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has expressed concern for global warming. IOC President Jacques Rogge said:

“Global warming is definitely a factor that must be taken into account in Olympic preparations.”… Read the rest