Several readers sent this: Powerful Solar Storm Could Shut Down U.S. for Months [1]. As I’ve mentioned before: Your most reliable source of power will be a home micro-hydro or photovoltaic power system that is not grid-tied. (Since a grid power connection can couple EMP or EMP-like surges over long distances.) Yes, I realize that there is now a 30% Federal tax credit for new grid-tied alternate energy systems. So my advice is to make the initial installation grid tied, but later disconnect it and make it a stand-alone system after you’ve received your tax credit and once you are no longer obligated to be grid-tied. Talk to the folks at Ready Made Resources [2] for details.
o o o
Matt B. recommends this interview with economist Peter Schiff via YouTube [3].
o o o
Eric sent us this from The Los Angeles Times: Victory gardens sprout up again; People are borrowing an old wartime concept to lessen the need for mass-produced food, reduce pollution, form communities and save on grocery bills [4].
o o o
My own darling Memsahib [5] spotted this NPR news story: City Folk Flock to Raise Small Livestock at Home [6]