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60 Minutes recently featured a story about a fuel cell generation system offered by Bloom Energy. Called a "Bloom Box", it produces electricity from natural gas. It represents an exciting glimpse into future energy systems. But is it ready for prime-time today? READ MORE.
Starting February 24, 2010, a number of changes in credit card issuer practices took effect. Some of them are fairly well known by now. Some aren't. An exploration of the provisions of the Credit CARD Act that no one is talking about could have a bigger impact on consumers than the more popular parts.
You live in another dimension, a dimension not only of sight and sound but also really wet......well, if you are near a faucet or toilet. So join us on a disburbing journey into a world of water and sewer service in the City of San Diego whose bureaucratic machinations and obstructions transcend the imagination. There's a signpost up ahead - your next stop, the San Diego Water Zone!
We must ask the question: Why the silence of the University of Chicago? Yes, Good Morning America's annual boycotting of UCAN's annual Big Oil Hog event is predictable, but the stewards of the "Chicago School" of econmics are notable in their lack of commentary on the the Big Oil Hog's amazing predictions. Could it be academic jealousy of the predictions made by the ultimate capitalist swine? More.
A city water audit shows $2.8 million in bonuses may be soaking the ratepayers
On January 26, 2010, the County Board of Supervisors named this date "UCAN DAY" in recognition of our contributions to consumer advocacy in San Diego and the nation. Yet oddly, not a word about this stellar accomplishment has appeared in the mainstream media. Is it another conspiracy by the liberal media?
Finally, an important body of elected officials has named January 26 as UCAN DAY. It's good news, but this vital question remains: "what next?" How shall we mark this seminal event? How can all of us share, and experience the miracle of UCAN DAY? Perhaps, we suggest, it is time to invent some new traditions.
In a letter to Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner, UCAN raised concerns about the policies and practices of a life insurance company and the Insurance department’s handling of UCAN’s complaint about the policies. To date UCAN has not received response to the letter. We know the Commissioner is busy running for Governor, but we would appreciate a response as to why our request to the Department was met with the response “there is nothing we can do.”
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