About Phil von Hake ... I have been a Technical Writer since 1987. Most of my experience has been in the information technology field, creating user manuals and related materials for various software systems. Over the past decade or so, however, I've noticed some things about our society. Despite having the most successful economy in human history, America and the rest of the "developed world" generate an enormous amount of waste. And while still considered to be largely "peripheral," issues like the population explosion, the procurement & burning of fossil fuels, urban sprawl, water use, waste management, and other issues will soon pose major threats to all life on Earth ... including humanity. Unfortunately, though, few people are aware that these problems even exist, not to mention having any idea what to do to about them. A number of recent developments have turned more and more of my attention towards concepts of Sustainability: My fascination with the technology behind the Toyota Prius (gas-electric hybrid car - I bought one in 2000, and still love it!) The continuing debate over our national energy policy The events of September 11, convincing me that an essential part of "winning the war on terrorism" is an independent and truly Sustainable energy policy. About PvH Communications ...