Welcome back math and science. We’ve missed you. Not since the space race has there been so much optimism around technology as our “way forward.” And, yes, that includes the rise of information technology and the Internet explosion. Where IT and Web technologies have led to greater efficiencies and dramatically increased the standard of living for many globally, the “green revolution” increases the stakes considerably. Scientists and engineers working on this problem aren’t looking to streamline operations; they’re trying to ensure the viability of our planet for our children’s children. That’s a big deal. A recent survey, conducted on behalf of EcoCAR, shows that Americans agree. Read the rest of this entry »