The Peak Oil Catastrophe-in-waiting
The United States continues to slumber while a catastrophe lies in wait. Increasing numbers of analysts and policymakers are warning of another super price spike for oil and the likelihood of “peak oil” more generally.
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The Peak Oil Catastrophe-in-waiting
Trader Joe’s Feels the Heat
About a month ago, Greenpeace unleashed its public campaign to pressure Trader Joe’s to finally adopt sustainable seafood purchasing policies throughout all of their stores. Trader Joe’s came in 17th out of the 20 stores evaluated in Greenpeace’s analysis of seafood sustainability policies at major supermarket chains. That is the worst ranking of any national store. Trader Joe’s has been feeling the heat from the mock website (www.traitorjoe.com), relentless phone calls from supporters, thoughtful karaoke songs from shoppers and in-store demonstrations and questions to store managers from activists across the country.
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Trader Joe’s Feels the Heat