Author: epsilonetaucberkeley

It's been a few months since Earth Boogie, and we thought it might be worth revisiting the event and seeing what made it so special. Earth Boogie was a partnership with Cal Surfrider and featuring art stations and exhibits from local artists as well as four bands: Tickleproof, Wormfarmer, Amaya Lim, and Vindigo. There were … Continue reading Earth Boogie In Retrospect

Alex Dhond Fraternities at UC Berkeley have serious waste problems, and if you have ever stepped one, you’ll probably notice that, with regard to waste, there’s something I informally call a “one bin system”. It sounds pretty much like what it is -- all waste goes into one bin. Recycling is pretty much non-existent, and … Continue reading The State of Waste Management in UC Berkeley Fraternities

Claire Parkinson Photo from LexisNexis A ​new study from energy and environmental policy researchers at the University of Illinois​ finds that a global carbon tax on fossil fuels would generate winners and losers among countries of all income groups, with low-carbon economies earning the biggest advantages. The authors find that countries with more hydropower and … Continue reading A Global Carbon Tax: Winners, Losers, and Economic Impacts

Kira Barsten I have had the debate many, many times about individual versus corporate responsibility in creating environmental change. I’ve had this debate with others, and I constantly have it with myself. I would like to lay out both sides, and then argue for what I think is necessary. On one side, there is the … Continue reading People vs. Planet

Sofia Sotomayor The spotlight on urban agriculture is becoming increasingly important as it is recognized for its immense potential to contribute to global food production. By 2050, 86% of people in the developed world will live in cities, and 70% more food will be needed to meet the demands of an additional 3 billion people. … Continue reading Urban Agriculture