A new week has rolled around and, with it, our selection of news from around the web!
Arizona Utility Tries Storing Solar Energy for Use in the Dark
Business: The NY Times
The emerging technology is one way that the utility industry is trying to make electricity from the sun available even when it is not shining.
Tobacco Companies Still Target Youth Despite a Global Treaty
Regulation: Scientific American
With novel marketing and flavors to appeal to first time smokers, Big Tobacco seems to be aiming for first time smokers in the developing world.
5 Myths About China and the Environment
Environment: National Geographic
Five common misconceptions people often have about environmental issues in China.
To Expand Offshore Power, Japan Builds Floating Windmills
Energy & Technology: The NY Times
Twelve miles out to sea from the severely damaged and leaking nuclear reactors at Fukushima, a giant floating wind turbine signals the start of Japan’s most ambitious bet yet on clean energy.
Human Capital: BBC News
At least 22 people are believed to have contracted polio in Syria, the World Health Organization reports.
