Open mike 23/11/2020

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    1. 2.1

      Well, yes, the problem with vertical farming and its attendant need for artificial light is immediately obvious when you think in terms of where does energy come from and where does it flow to.

      Related to energy and farming, though, is increasing interest in agrivoltaics. Putting solar panels on land that is also simultaneously being used for agriculture.

      It works really well where the limiting factors are things like water evaporation and heat, and with crops that like a bit of shade. Economic returns from the land can apparently be increased 60% or more.

      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agrivoltaic

      https://www.pv-magazine.com/2020/03/31/a-good-year-for-solar-agrivoltaics-in-vineyards/

  3. 3

    Did anyone else notice last week that ACC took an 18% stake in Les Mills International?

    That has to be one of the neatest portfolio fits I've seen in a while.

  4. 4

    Self-inflicted negative publicity for National in 2020.

    This list should help counter the claim by some that National lost because of the publicity gained over the Covid period by Ardern.

    How National captured the news in 2020- an incomplete list……. 35 incidents involving 20 MPs and 2 others.

    February
    Sarah Dowie announces retirement.
    Former Speaker Carter announces retirement
    Nicky Wagner announces retirement
    April
    Bridges attacks Covid-19 extension- loses National supporters
    May
    Kaye mis-calls Goldsmith a Maori
    Matt King flouts Covid-19 distancing, makes reference to 'St Jacinda'
    Bridges ousted in coup. Change of both leaders.
    Muller's MAGA hat.
    Collins outburst in House over her white ethnicity.
    June
    Nick Smith ejected from House by Sergeant-at-Arms; makes 'Nazi' claim.
    Goldsmith's mysogyny "stick to your knitting".
    Muller wanted to join the Labour party gaffe.
    Muller at Te Puna with upside down Rangatiratanga flag.
    Amy Adams announces retirement from Parliament.
    Anne Tolley announces retirement.
    Paula Bennett announces retirement.
    July
    Amy Adams claims a Korean MP is Chinese.
    Falloon. Stands down from candidacy on- indecent image.
    Woodhouse sits on dodgy emails; leaks from Michelle Boag and Hamish Walker.
    Hamish Walker announces retirement.
    Collins' claim that no-one escaped during her Corrections ministry was a 'joke'.
    Muller 'has a plan' claims; none shown.
    Muller resigns. Change of both National leaders.
    Jian Yang announces retirement.
    Nikki Kaye announces retirement.
    August
    Brownlee's conspiracy outburst.
    National Councillor Roger 'Merv' Bridge on talkback radio.
    September
    Hipango dirty politics social media attacks using misquotes.
    Goldsmith's fiscal hole.One of several economic mistakes made by him.
    Collins using her husband's ethnicity as a political weapon.
    October
    Alfred Ngaro October lies on FB about Twyford's views
    Collins Ponsonby Road walk about October 2020
    Collin's fat shaming October 2020
    Collins at prayer October 2020
    Brownlee's outburst against Tova O'Brien.

    2. 4.2

      Vaguely rember Jacinda suggested that they need to pay well to get the best, when chalanged on MP's salaries.

      Also vaguely remember hearing on the radio that mp's used to be paid about the same as teachers.

      Looking at mac1's list one can't help but wonder ' if that is the best that that money can get, we are up the proverbial creek without a paddle, or even a canoe '

    1. 5.1

      Part of me is like "wow, that's obviously pretty much the first time she's been on a stage, and she gets pretty much the worst possible outcome any performer/presenter can imagine (short of the catering table being emptied at you).

      The other part of me is like "shit, this is what got you on stage to confront the 'universal fear' of direct interpersonal conflict? Fucksake".

  6. 6

    Has the Labour Caucus progressed from “Blair lite” to “Extended Edition-Final Countdown”?

    Three substantial private sector developments up for RMA Fast Tracking process according to PM and Minister Parker today. Hello…10 Days Sick Leave, increase Benefits, restore Loan to Value ratios, Fair Pay Agreements…are you there?-working class calling…

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