The Internet Archive lawsuit highlights the tricky economics of e-books and libraries
The Internet Archive — a nonprofit, online library that lent out digital books during the pandemic — was found to infringe four publishers’ copyrights in [more…]
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The economics of Bitcoin mining
This post originally appeared on ZeMing M. Gao’s website, and we republished with permission from the author. Read the full piece here. While the whole world [more…]
Why we need a new economics of water as a common good
Water is the lifeblood of our planet — essential for keeping humans and every plant and animal alive. It helps to circulate carbon and nutrients [more…]
Why are young people driving less? Evidence points to economics, not preferences
Trends in driving behavior over the last 20 years have led to speculation about a less car-centric urban future. Young adults are less likely to [more…]
Governor Mills Nominates Renewable Energy Policy and Economics Expert to Maine Public Utilities Commission
Governor Janet Mills today nominated Carolyn “Carrie” Gilbert of Cape Elizabeth, an expert on renewable energy policy and economics, to serve on the Maine Public [more…]
