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Climate Change: Cultural Shift Needed Similar to Smoking, Slavery

ANN ARBOR, Mich.— Despite scientific evidence of climate change, it will take a significant cultural shift in attitudes to address the situation, says a University of Michigan researcher.

The shift would be much like what has happened with recent cigarette smoking bans and even similar to the abolition of slavery in the 19th century.

“The present reality is that we tend to overlook the social dimensions of environmental issues and focus strictly on their technological and economic aspects,” said Andy Hoffman, the Holcim (U.S.) Professor of Sustainable Enterprise at the Ross School of Business and School of Natural Resources and Environment. “To properly address climate change, we must change the way we structure our organizations and the way we think as individuals. (more…)

Microsoft’s First Annual Global BizSpark One Summit Brings Tech Startup Companies Together in Silicon Valley

Technology

*Some of the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs and venture capitalists gather to share insights, knowledge and resources with young companies.*

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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Oct. 27, 2010 –

Executives from dozens of the world’s most promising technology startups are coming together today in Mountain View, Calif., to explore the challenges and best approaches to creating new technologies and businesses. The Microsoft BizSpark One Summit is the first annual gathering of participants in BizSpark One, a program that offers Microsoft technologies and gives support to young companies pioneering new business and technologies.

Microsoft executives and members of the entrepreneurial community will share experiences, foster discussions, problem-solve, and in general offer support for the young companies. “The objective of the One Summit is to share the collective knowledge and experience of those attending,” says Dan’l Lewin, corporate vice president of Strategic and Emerging Business Development at Microsoft. “These are smart, capable people who can benefit greatly from the exchange of knowledge and insights on growing a business and taking on the challenges of success.” (more…)

Investing in Kids’ Future Pays Off

Culture, General

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — When parents set up long-term savings accounts for college, business start-ups or home ownership, kids feel more financially and emotionally secure, new research shows.

The studies show the importance of families using child development accounts (CDA) as one measure to shift from an overreliance on credit and create a foundation for asset building. In other words, this program encourages households to maintain less debt and more savings. (more…)

Endless.com Launches Jewelry Category

Technology

*Jewelry Fans Can Now Purchase from a Selection of 68 Brands and over 3500 Styles, All with Free Shipping*

SEATTLE, Oct 27, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Endless.com (www.endless.com) today announced the launch of its new jewelry category featuring 68 brands and over 3500 styles. Customers can now purchase everything from bracelets, cuffs and rings to necklaces, earrings and pendants available in a variety of colors and styles for men and women. From gold Gorjana bangle sets to exclusive statement pieces from Devon Leigh, customers will be able to find whatever fits their style or occasion. In addition, customers will receive free shipping on all jewelry styles.

“We are so excited to launch jewelry on Endless and believe our customers will love this very diverse, in-depth and trend-driven selection of beautiful jewelry,” said Jennifer Arthur, category leader, Jewelry & Watches, Endless.com and Amazon.com. “Whether it’s a trend piece from CZ by Kenneth Jay Lane or a high-end timeless bauble, like an Auden or Gurhan necklace, customers will have many style options to choose from.” (more…)

The Next Carbon Capture Tool Could be New, Improved Grass

Environment

Berkeley Lab scientist analyzes role of bioenergy crops to capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere (more…)

The Netherlands Leads Europe in Online Visit Frequency

Technology

*Average Internet User in the Netherlands Spent Nearly 32 Hours Online in September 2010*

London, U.K., 27 October, 2010 – comScore, Inc., a leader in measuring the digital world, today released a study of internet usage in the Netherlands based on the comScore Media Metrix audience measurement service. The data revealed that the Netherlands ranked highest among European countries in terms of frequency of internet visitation with 78.2 visits per visitor in September 2010. Dutch internet users also exhibit strong engagement with an average of 31.9 hours per visitor spent online in September 2010. Users spent most of their time on Portals (7.2 hours), followed by Instant Messaging (6.9 hours), Social Networking (3.5 hours) and E-Mail (3.1 hours). (more…)

Yahoo! Transforms Communications with Faster, Easier, and More Social Yahoo! Mail Beta

Technology

Sleek Design and Lightning Speed Deliver a Seamless Experience Across Devices for Hundreds of Millions of Users Worldwide

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct 27, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Yahoo! today launched Yahoo! Mail Beta, a faster, easier, safer, and more social communications experience that helps the 273-million people who use Yahoo! Mail around the world be more engaged, productive and connected than ever. (more…)

USGS Oil and Gas Resource Estimates Updated for the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPRA)

Economy, General

The U.S. Geological Survey estimates 896 million barrels of conventional, undiscovered oil and 53 trillion cubic feet of conventional, undiscovered non-associated gas within NPRA and adjacent state waters. The estimated volume of undiscovered oil is significantly lower than in 2002, when the USGS estimated there was 10.6 billion barrels of oil. The new estimate, roughly 10% of the 2002 estimate, is due primarily to the incorporation of new data from recent exploration drilling revealing gas occurrence rather than oil in much of NPRA. (more…)