I had previously reported on Sankey diagrams being used in articles on circular economy (earlier this year in January and back in 2013). Researchers in the field of MFA, circular economy and urban mining apparently love to use them…
IN THE past few years Brazil’s economy has disappointed. It grew by just 1.2% a year, on average, during President Dilma Rousseff’s first term in office in 2011-14, a slower rate of growth than in most of its neighbours, let alone in places like China or India.
Via - Economist
This map shows current and historical worldwide carbon dioxide(CO2) emissions from the consumption of energy in the world.
CO2 Emissions from the Consumption of Energy(Click above link to see an interactive map)
New York Times made an interactive tool called "Can You Fix the Budget?" you’re in charge of the nation's finances. Some of your options have more short-term savings and some have more long-term savings. Try to close the budget gaps for both 2015 and 2030.
via www.nytimes.com(Click above link to play with this interactive tool)
Need to buy a fire-breathing sword? How about a new outfit for your pet penguin? You'll need to shop in the virtual world, where virtual goods are a booming business.
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The Great Recession is now history — much as its recently-announced end took us by surprise. At 18 months, from December 2007 through June 2009, it is the longest since World War 2. So mint.com decided to take a look at the major events of the past three years. For the highlights, see our infographic — the Recession Timeline Diorama.
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The United States is still the richest country in the world. But the country's grasp on this title is slipping. It seems the wealth gap between developing nations and countries such as the United States is finally starting to close.
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There are long-term capital gains — and there are short-term capital gains. And then, of course, there are capital gains taxes. This is when the true fun begins: ranging anywhere from 0% to 35%, come April 15 each year Uncle Sam claims his share of your wins. It works both ways, of course: should your assets depreciate, you can sell at a capital loss and, in some cases, offset those taxable gains. mint.com explain capital gains and capital gain taxes in this infographic.
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John Palmer has a look at the past 100 years of government and economic indicators:
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Do Americans like candy? They like it to the tune of $20 billion a year! That's right- Americans spend $20 billion on their sweet little vices. They're out there night and day buying candy bars, chocolates, hardy candy and everything else that packs in the sugar.
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