Category Archives: resource scarcity

Turning the screw…

Posted on March 14, 2012 by The German Perspective

No question, Germany is one of the most productive countries in the world. We strive for productivity and efficiency, but are we effective? We have reformed the school system, shortening…No question, Germany is one of the most productive countries in … Continue reading →

Written by: The German Perspective on March 14, 2012.
Posted in resource scarcity, Society, To the streets, Transition | 9 Comments

Price of Russian natural gas 38% higher in one year

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Hans Verbeek

In january 2011 1000 m³ of Russian natural gas cost 247 euro. One year later that price is 343 euro: an increase of 38%. Many European countries import large quantities… In january 2011 1000 m³ of Russian natural gas cost … Continue reading →

Written by: Hans Verbeek on February 10, 2012.
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We Know The PRICE But Not The VALUE!

Posted on February 8, 2012 by The German Perspective

A mobile phone, an aircraft carrier, a replacement seal for the refrigerator door or a plumber fixing your heating these days – we all know or can estimate the price… A mobile phone, an aircraft carrier, a replacement seal for … Continue reading →

Written by: The German Perspective on February 8, 2012.
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Citius, Altius, Fortius – When enough is not enough…

Posted on February 6, 2012 by The German Perspective

We live in multidimensional and highly dynamic times which from a variety of angles seem to slip into disaster. These different angles though are getting well visible if someone wants… We live in multidimensional and highly dynamic times which from … Continue reading →

Written by: The German Perspective on February 6, 2012.
Posted in resource scarcity, Society | 2 Comments

Upside down economics.

Posted on September 15, 2011 by ruud

The two figures shown below are from this article (year 2007). In my opinion the figures below give a simple but meaningfull illustration on how on one side most regular…The two figures shown below are from this article (year 2007). … Continue reading →

Written by: ruud on September 15, 2011.
Posted in Energy, resource scarcity | 4 Comments