Gadgets

Why That Electricity Price Study Can’t Be Trusted

Gizmodo AU

We’ve been flooded with headlines saying that a new study demonstrates Australia has some of the most expensive electricity in the world. While power prices are a concern, the way in which that data has been compiled is also open to criticism.


March 21, 2012
Gadgets

Aussie Power Prices Are Seriously High

Gizmodo AU

It’s an age-old complaint that we pay too much for our gadgets here in Australia, but what about the electrons that power them? A new report — being widely quoted today — states that comparatively speaking, we’re paying way too much for power, although there’s an anti-carbon tax agenda chucked in there as well.


June 21, 2011
Cars

Are Rising Gas Prices One Cure For Obesity?

There may be one benefit to the rising cost of gas. It could make Americans less fat.