Sunday, March 28, 2010
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Canon Digital Learning Center - EOS Immersion Seminar: Portland
Canon Digital Learning Center - EOS Immersion Seminar: Portland: "EOS Immersion Seminar: Portland"
Friday, March 19, 2010
The History of Far West Fibers
The History of Far West Fibers: "Far West Fibers (FWF) was founded in January, 1980 by Tom Lindbloom, president of Conifer Douglas Logging in Roseburg, Oregon and Ron Frashour, former plant manager for Independent Paper Stock.� The first facility of FWF was located in Beaverton.� In the first month of operation, FWF sold a combined 100 tons of Old Corrugated Containers (OCC) to Willamette Industries, Albany (now International Paper), and Old Newsprint (ONP) to Publishers Paper, Oregon City (now Blue Heron).
In February 1982, with financial assistance from Willamette Industries, FWF purchased E-Z Recycling which was located on Swan Island in Portland, Oregon. E-Z Recycling was the recycling division of Fred Meyer."
In February 1982, with financial assistance from Willamette Industries, FWF purchased E-Z Recycling which was located on Swan Island in Portland, Oregon. E-Z Recycling was the recycling division of Fred Meyer."
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@ 22kWh the 2e should qualify for the entire $7500 federal incentive. Why is it less?
2:29
The battery pack is not 22kwh
@ 22kWh the 2e should qualify for the entire $7500 federal incentive. Why is it less?
2:29
The battery pack is not 22kwh
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How does the Automotive X-Prize fit into your strategy?
2:25
We see the automotive Xprize as a means to validate publicly that the 2e is a market viable product. The test slated for the competition will put the vehicle through the same type of paces that are normal of a development cycle but do so in public view with a third party evaluating our performance
How does the Automotive X-Prize fit into your strategy?
2:25
We see the automotive Xprize as a means to validate publicly that the 2e is a market viable product. The test slated for the competition will put the vehicle through the same type of paces that are normal of a development cycle but do so in public view with a third party evaluating our performance
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Can you at least share the expected range with the proposed battery pack (or options, if expected)?
2:19
For the 2e - 100 miles per charge.
Can you at least share the expected range with the proposed battery pack (or options, if expected)?
2:19
For the 2e - 100 miles per charge.
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When can I have a test drive in the production (or 99% production) vehicle?
2:15
We will begin scheduling first drive opportunities shortly.
When can I have a test drive in the production (or 99% production) vehicle?
2:15
We will begin scheduling first drive opportunities shortly.
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How many deposit holders do you have for the all electric model?
2:06
Approximately 1,300
How many deposit holders do you have for the all electric model?
2:06
Approximately 1,300
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The Aptera 2e is technically a motorcycle, but it is designed to meet federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) for cars. You will need a standard car (class C in CA) license
The Aptera 2e is technically a motorcycle, but it is designed to meet federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) for cars. You will need a standard car (class C in CA) license
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What are its kwh per mile rating?
1:58
Approximately 0.2 when average over an aggressive drive cycle.
What are its kwh per mile rating?
1:58
Approximately 0.2 when average over an aggressive drive cycle.
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are you considering solar assist power in addition to the traditional plug-in electric?
1:50
Yes that is under review.
are you considering solar assist power in addition to the traditional plug-in electric?
1:50
Yes that is under review.
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The 2 series will be built in a new facility in North San Diego County. The new, roughly 200,000 square- foot facility will have the ability to yield as much as 22,000 units per year. That facility will employee as many as 500 employees, and will have the ability to yield 88 vehicles per day on two shifts (at max rate)
The 2 series will be built in a new facility in North San Diego County. The new, roughly 200,000 square- foot facility will have the ability to yield as much as 22,000 units per year. That facility will employee as many as 500 employees, and will have the ability to yield 88 vehicles per day on two shifts (at max rate)
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How much of the Fed rebate will we be able to take advantage of?
1:47
Currently the 2e qualifies for about $4,000 in state and federal incentives.
How much of the Fed rebate will we be able to take advantage of?
1:47
Currently the 2e qualifies for about $4,000 in state and federal incentives.
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What is the anticipated production delay between production of the 2e and 2h version?
1:46
The plan is still for the h to follow the e by 9 – 12 months.
What is the anticipated production delay between production of the 2e and 2h version?
1:46
The plan is still for the h to follow the e by 9 – 12 months.
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How many reservervations have been received?
1:45
There are roughly 3,100 deposits between the 2e and the 2h as of this morning
How many reservervations have been received?
1:45
There are roughly 3,100 deposits between the 2e and the 2h as of this morning
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What will the 2e retail for?
1:44
The range for the base vehicle is still $25,000 to the low $40,000 range. We are working continuously to get the cost as low as possible
What will the 2e retail for?
1:44
The range for the base vehicle is still $25,000 to the low $40,000 range. We are working continuously to get the cost as low as possible
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Are there plans to have a 3 or 4 person vehicle?
1:44
We expect to have vehicles at retail locations roughly 4 months before we commence retail sales to be available for customers to kick the tires.
1:44
Let’s just say that it would be impractical to profess to build a vehicle company on a fleet of only 2 door vehicles. At some point, efficiency has to go mainstream, but we will talk about this more on another day.
Are there plans to have a 3 or 4 person vehicle?
1:44
We expect to have vehicles at retail locations roughly 4 months before we commence retail sales to be available for customers to kick the tires.
1:44
Let’s just say that it would be impractical to profess to build a vehicle company on a fleet of only 2 door vehicles. At some point, efficiency has to go mainstream, but we will talk about this more on another day.
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The brochures will be updated leading into our April press event.
The brochures will be updated leading into our April press event.
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Our plan calls for us to open retail locations outside California within 12 months of launch. The list of states and regions where we anticipate opening stores includes Texas, Oregon, Florida, Colorado and the Virginia/Maryland/Washington, DC area, to start.
Our plan calls for us to open retail locations outside California within 12 months of launch. The list of states and regions where we anticipate opening stores includes Texas, Oregon, Florida, Colorado and the Virginia/Maryland/Washington, DC area, to start.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The Non-Prophets: An Austin-based Internet Radio Show
The Non-Prophets: An Austin-based Internet Radio Show: "The Non-Prophets is a live internet radio show airing on on alternate Saturdays from 2 PM to 3:30 PM Central (19:00-20:30 UTC). You can connect directly to the stream at: http://nonprophets.gotdns.org:8000/listen.pls, though we're currently limited to about 30 live listeners. A fan of the show has set up two secondary streams:"
Secular Morality
Secular Morality: "Secular Morality: What Is It? An Exposition and a Defence (1880)
by Charles Watts
AMONG the systems of moral philosophy that have been promulgated as guides for human conduct, Utilitarianism occupies the foremost place. It appears to Secularists as more definite and satisfactory than any other, and certainly at the present time it is more generally accepted by thinkers and that class of men whose views mold the intellectual opinions of the age. The principle of Utilitarianism has a regard solely to the uses of things; hence all actions by it are to be judged of by their use to society, and the morality of an action will consequently depend upon its utility. An important question here suggests itself: What is Utility, and how is it to be judged of and tested?"
by Charles Watts
AMONG the systems of moral philosophy that have been promulgated as guides for human conduct, Utilitarianism occupies the foremost place. It appears to Secularists as more definite and satisfactory than any other, and certainly at the present time it is more generally accepted by thinkers and that class of men whose views mold the intellectual opinions of the age. The principle of Utilitarianism has a regard solely to the uses of things; hence all actions by it are to be judged of by their use to society, and the morality of an action will consequently depend upon its utility. An important question here suggests itself: What is Utility, and how is it to be judged of and tested?"
Secular ethics - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Secular ethics - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Secular ethics is a branch of moral philosophy in which ethics is based solely on human faculties such as logic, reason or moral intuition, and not derived from purported supernatural revelation or guidance (which is the source of religious ethics). Secular ethics can be seen as a wide variety of moral and ethical systems drawing heavily on humanism, secularism and freethinking.[citation needed]
The majority of secular moral concepts consist, on the grand scale, of the acceptance of social contracts, and on a more individual scale of either some form of attribution of intrinsic value to things, ethical intuitionism, or of a logical deduction that establishes a preference for one thing over another, as with Occam's razor. Approaches like utilitarianism and ethical egoism are considered rather more radical.[citation needed]
It must be mentioned that the concept of secular ethics is not necessarily opposed to or inherently contrasting with religious ethics. Certain sets of moral beliefs, such as the golden rule or a commitment to non-violence, could be held by each position and mutually agreed upon. As well, it must be mentioned that secular ethics have been developed differently given the different times and different situations faced."
The majority of secular moral concepts consist, on the grand scale, of the acceptance of social contracts, and on a more individual scale of either some form of attribution of intrinsic value to things, ethical intuitionism, or of a logical deduction that establishes a preference for one thing over another, as with Occam's razor. Approaches like utilitarianism and ethical egoism are considered rather more radical.[citation needed]
It must be mentioned that the concept of secular ethics is not necessarily opposed to or inherently contrasting with religious ethics. Certain sets of moral beliefs, such as the golden rule or a commitment to non-violence, could be held by each position and mutually agreed upon. As well, it must be mentioned that secular ethics have been developed differently given the different times and different situations faced."
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
10 Damn-Near Perfect Cars | Autopia | Wired.com
10 Damn-Near Perfect Cars | Autopia | Wired.com: "A certain automotive philistine colleague here at Wired.com recently said of our love of cars, “It all seems just like religion and professional sports: a huge con based on a pointless loyalty. You can’t tell me that there are more than a couple of sound designs that are simple and would last for ages and that all the variety and complexity is totally unnecessary.”"
Monday, March 15, 2010
Sunday, March 14, 2010
America’s Premiere Wave Power Farm Sets Sail
America’s Premiere Wave Power Farm Sets Sail: "Wave energy is among the impressive list of renewable energy resources that is being developed in the United States. New Jersey-based developer, Ocean Power Technologies has launched a project that features the nation’s first commercial wave power farm off the coast of Reedsport, Oregon. Once the project is completed, wave energy will generate power for several hundred homes in Oregon. The wave power farm operates on the wave energy that is created when a float on a buoy flows with the natural up and down movement of the waves."
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Are you a jerk at work? Marshall Loeb's Daily Money Tip - MarketWatch
Are you a jerk at work? Marshall Loeb's Daily Money Tip - MarketWatch: "According to an article in the June issue of the Harvard Business Review, an overwhelming majority of people would rather work with a less-skilled but likeable person than a more-competent jerk.
The study was conducted by Tiziana Casciaro, assistant professor of organizational behavior at Harvard Business School, and Miguel Sousa Lobo, assistant professor of decision sciences at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. They collected data involving 10,000 work relationships.
Given these detailed studies, it may be worthwhile to ask: Are you the office jerk?
While most people deny being a jerk at work, in our overstressed and competitive work environment it's easy not to always notice when you're behaving badly."
The study was conducted by Tiziana Casciaro, assistant professor of organizational behavior at Harvard Business School, and Miguel Sousa Lobo, assistant professor of decision sciences at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. They collected data involving 10,000 work relationships.
Given these detailed studies, it may be worthwhile to ask: Are you the office jerk?
While most people deny being a jerk at work, in our overstressed and competitive work environment it's easy not to always notice when you're behaving badly."
Sunday, March 7, 2010
What's Your EQ? - Emotional Intelligence Test - [About Psychology]
What's Your EQ? - Emotional Intelligence Test - [About Psychology]: "What's Your EQ?
Emotional Intelligence Test
How Did You Score?
Your results indicate a high score on emotional intelligence.
What Does Your Score Mean?
People who score high on emotional intelligence tend to be skilled at interpreting, understanding, and acting upon emotions. They are adept at dealing with social or emotional conflicts, expressing their feelings, and dealing with emotional situations.
It's important to remember that no matter how good your score is, there is always room to improve your emotional intelligence. Consider areas where you are not as strong and think of ways that you can learn and grow. Take stock of your strong points and find ways to continue to develop and apply these skills."
Emotional Intelligence Test
How Did You Score?
Your results indicate a high score on emotional intelligence.
What Does Your Score Mean?
People who score high on emotional intelligence tend to be skilled at interpreting, understanding, and acting upon emotions. They are adept at dealing with social or emotional conflicts, expressing their feelings, and dealing with emotional situations.
It's important to remember that no matter how good your score is, there is always room to improve your emotional intelligence. Consider areas where you are not as strong and think of ways that you can learn and grow. Take stock of your strong points and find ways to continue to develop and apply these skills."
Recruiting for Innovators? Hire Angry People! : ERE.net
Recruiting for Innovators? Hire Angry People! : ERE.net: "We are looking for professionals who are unhappy/angry with the status quo, and who are willing to confront barriers and “find a way” to help us lead our industry. If you’ve got passion for your profession, well-thought-out ideas about a better way, and are angry with antiquated approaches that no longer work, submit your anger statement to our career website at www.getthehelloutofmyway.com. -Fictitious website
This might sound like an outrageous idea on the surface, but I’m recommending that as part of your recruiting strategy you target hiring “angry people.”"
This might sound like an outrageous idea on the surface, but I’m recommending that as part of your recruiting strategy you target hiring “angry people.”"
5 Myths That Can Kill a Startup – GigaOM
5 Myths That Can Kill a Startup – GigaOM: "Myth #2: It’s About Your Great Idea
Truth: It’s About Your Customer
Many aspiring entrepreneurs are waiting to come up with the killer idea that will rocket them into fame and fortune. The reality is that ideas are a dime a dozen and even the best ones must be launched at the right time. Too early and there is no demand for your product, too late and you’ve missed the market. It’s much easier to fulfill an existing need with your product than it is to convince people they need it in the first place.
In other words, it’s about your customer. Start by A/B testing your products to get real user feedback on different features and designs. Adaptive experimentation, defined by the American Marketing Association as “continuous experimentation to establish empirically the market response functions,” has been shown (PDF) to be critical when it comes to successfully creating viral growth."
Truth: It’s About Your Customer
Many aspiring entrepreneurs are waiting to come up with the killer idea that will rocket them into fame and fortune. The reality is that ideas are a dime a dozen and even the best ones must be launched at the right time. Too early and there is no demand for your product, too late and you’ve missed the market. It’s much easier to fulfill an existing need with your product than it is to convince people they need it in the first place.
In other words, it’s about your customer. Start by A/B testing your products to get real user feedback on different features and designs. Adaptive experimentation, defined by the American Marketing Association as “continuous experimentation to establish empirically the market response functions,” has been shown (PDF) to be critical when it comes to successfully creating viral growth."
5 Myths That Can Kill a Startup – GigaOM
5 Myths That Can Kill a Startup – GigaOM: "Myth #1: Hire Smart People and Let Them Do Their Magic
Truth: Hire Stars and Let Them Do Their Magic
Intelligence is important, but only insofar as it helps with performance and execution. As Malcolm Gladwell points out in “Outliers,” while some minimum level of intelligence might be necessary for superior performance, in many jobs it’s not in and of itself enough to ensure it. You need people willing and able to work as part of a team, and sometimes superior individual contributors can negatively affect team performance by creating affective or role-based conflict (for more on those, see Myth #3 below). As Reed Hastings puts it, you should eliminate all brilliant jerks from your team."
Truth: Hire Stars and Let Them Do Their Magic
Intelligence is important, but only insofar as it helps with performance and execution. As Malcolm Gladwell points out in “Outliers,” while some minimum level of intelligence might be necessary for superior performance, in many jobs it’s not in and of itself enough to ensure it. You need people willing and able to work as part of a team, and sometimes superior individual contributors can negatively affect team performance by creating affective or role-based conflict (for more on those, see Myth #3 below). As Reed Hastings puts it, you should eliminate all brilliant jerks from your team."
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Friday, March 5, 2010
Energy Action Sweatshirt - CafePress
Energy Action Sweatshirt - CafePress: "CafePress > Sweatshirts & Hoodies > Energy Action Sweatshirt"
Wind Action Sweatshirt
Drivers find electric cars have enough range - Autos- msnbc.com
Drivers find electric cars have enough range - Autos- msnbc.com: "Electric vehicle range: What, me worry?
Studies show ‘range anxiety’ may be low hurdle for EV acceptance"
Studies show ‘range anxiety’ may be low hurdle for EV acceptance"
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Ode Magazine : Experiments in workplace autonomy
Ode Magazine : Experiments in workplace autonomy: "ROWE—a results-only work environment"
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