NPR's daily economics podcast, The Indicator, sets out to solve a market mystery: why has the price of Fritos gone up in the White House press corps vending machine, despite a decrease in the cost of corn?
Yes, there's actually corn in it. Corn syrup, if that counts.
Unbelievably, some nine billion pieces of this sweet treat are produced and consumed every year, and that’s just for the classic orange, yellow and white version. A mixture of sugar, corn syrup, marshmallow and fondant, it’s officially considered a mellocreme type of candy. And its flavor? It’s a bit of a mystery. “I was on... Read more »
Energy efficiency, renewable energy and going green, are terms that have become more prevalent in ev...
When we throw the word “optimization” around in IT, there’s a tendency to assume it’s all about cost savings. While it may be the desired outcome for some, cost savings isn’t the whole story.
High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a liquid sweetener that is similar to table sugar. It's commonly added to beverages such as soda, as well as many processed foods.
Landmark research finds wind and solar power has reduced electricity prices by more than the cost of government subsidies for renewables.
A Victorian cafe is allowing customers to bring in their excess produce and swap it for their morning coffee in a bid to reduce food waste.
Using much less energy to power everything from buildings to cars is a promising - and not-so-divisive - way to meet climate goals, experts say
When you fill up a normal ICE car you know exactly what your costs are for the fuel. With an electric vehicle it is not that simple. There is a charging efficiency factor that comes into play which means that the reported amount of energy used could be understated and lower than the actual energy used. In a previous post I […]
Finding good people to staff your restaurant is hard enough, once you find them, hang on to them by paying them fair and competitive wages.
Looking for an alternative to the classic PSL? Add this secret item menu to your Fall Starbucks repertoire, you won't regret it!
What Is Nuclear Energy? Nuclear energy is derived from the energy in the core of an atom. Power plants use the process of nuclear fission—the splitting of the atom—to create energy. Some nuclear power plants use uranium atoms. These are split when hit by a neutron, releasing heat and radiation. This atomic collision also releases…
Pizza isn't a solution for world peace. But it sure can solve a lot of workplace problem.