Size Matters 35.1

1 April, 2009
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You’ve heard it before – small is beautiful. Whether it’s farming, mining or producing energy, the size of the operation is important. Despite the welcome trend toward smaller scale production, however, it isn’t always the best solution.

In this edition of Alternatives Journal , we look at the issue of scale. From pedal-powered biodiesel production to artisanal mining, from silviculture to Panama hats, from family farming to renewable energy, size really does matter.

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Editorial: Ask Not What the Economy Can Do for the Environment - Article in Full
Nicola Ross
News & Notes - Abstract Only
Samantha Magnus
Science Desk: Immigrant Insects
Letter From Newfoundland and Labrador - Abstract Only
John Gibson, Judy Gibson
On Sandy Pond
Mining Dilemma - Abstract Only
Saleem H. Ali
Although small-scale and artisanal mining have potential, they require government regulation to avoid environmental and safety abuses.
Growing Right - Article in Full
Peter Andrée
Small-scale farming is an answer, but not the solution.
Urban Harvest - Abstract Only
Elaine Morin
Gail and Wally's SPIN farming and Carmie's soup service are yielding profits.
BC's Rush for Hydro Power - Abstract Only
Water privatization in a small-scale suit.
Pedal Power - Abstract Only
Geeta Vaidyanathan, Ramani Sankaranarayanan

The Indian villages of Kinchlingi and Tumba are proving that small-scale biodiesel generation can create self-sufficient, sustainable communities.
     Four Hours to Fuel

Horse Power - Abstract Only
Kymberley Anne Snarr
At the right scale, horse logging is both environmentally preferable and economically viable.
The Cost of Carbon - Article in Full
Rick Hyndman
Get used to uncertainty, and allow government, not traders, to set the price of carbon.
Doomed Island - Article in Full
David Kendall

Nauru’s short-sightedness and resulting decline are an urgent warning to the rest of the planet.
     Nauru's Timeline

Review: Water Woes - Abstract Only
David Wellhauser
Dry Spring: The Coming Water Crisis of North America
Brain Mulch: Peace on Earth - Abstract Only
Myles Mello

Publication of this issue was made possible by funding from Canada’s International Development Research Centre (www.idrc.ca) and support from our many subscribers.
We acknowledge the financial support of Environmental Careers Organization (ECO) Canada; The Kitchener and Waterloo Community Foundation; Ontario Media Development Corporation; Ontario Work Study Plan; Suncor Energy; TD Friends of the Environment Foundation; and the government of Canada through the Publications Assistance Program and Canada Magazine Fund toward our mailing and editorial costs.
The support of the Faculty of Environment at the University of Waterloo and the Waterloo Environmental Studies Endowment Foundation is appreciated.

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