The article describes a number of “common sense” technologies which are in wide use outside of the US: motion-detecting light switches in hallways and stairwells, two-button toilets (chose your flush volume) and of course, biking.

Denmark is a great example of a country that actually is benefitting from the re-current energy crisis. After suffering in 1973 when oil prices spiked, Denmark implemened a system of taxes and benefits which have made the country practically energy-independent. Gasoline costs $10 a gallon in Denmark, but unemployment is an incredible 1.6%. And Denmark companies producing alternative energy technology are market leaders.

In comparison, the US Congress just cut the production tax credits for wind development.

Oh well, at least Big Oil in the US is doing well.

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Denmark: Saving Energy Can Be Easy