Geothermal energy has many advantages over conventional and renewable energy sources, like zero fuel costs, no location limits, and round the clock operation. Why aren’t we pivoting to it then? It’s simple; geothermal is too expensive. One way Austin Vernon thinks geothermal can become a viable and enticing alternative energy source is through simplification. Instead of developing solutions to hypothetical problems, he posits that it’s better to try multiple simpler solutions first, drastically reducing the cost needed to drill deep into the earth. Read full article here
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Improving media literacy could boost trust towards the news, IMPRESS report suggests
The UK media is regulated by the likes of IPSO and Ofcom. The report by press regulator IMPRESS highlights the link between low levels of media literacy and trust in the news. The study found that three quarters of those who did not know if journalists were regulated did not trust the news. It suggests that improving media literacy is one way to stem the erosion of trust, and shows that audiences have an appetite for information on news processes. Stakeholders need to collaborate in order to rebuild trust in the news, and independent media is well placed to do this. Read full article here
Merv
February 1, 2023
