About five years ago I had some time to kill in Pasadena, out here in Southern California. I found a terrific bookstore, milled around, and ultimately pulled a book off the shelf devoted to the subject of human consciousness. I …
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From a Guest Blogger: How to Safeguard Your Data (Your Greatest Asset)
Yes, data centers are increasingly aware of the carbon footprint associated with their operations, and most of them are doing what they can to minimize it. But let’s look at the value they provide in the first place. Data centers, …
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More on Sustainability and Political Philosophy
In response to my piece on Sustainability and Political Philosophy, a reader asked me if I’d comment on greed and where it comes from. I would say that our society over the last 75 years or so has become increasingly tuned …
Shell Oil Has an Indefensible Position, But At Least (I Believe) It’s Trying
If I were forced to choose an oil company that I resent less than its peers, it would probably be Royal Dutch Shell. I’ll admit that my reasoning is flimsy, but here goes: 1) A few years ago, a very large …
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No Solar PV for Me
My friend and guest blogger Brian McGowan writes: Had a guy come out and survey my house for grid tied solar. He is part of the state’s solar ethics board. He said he wouldn’t put solar PV on my house …
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Top Renewable Energy Author Available to Discuss Key Industry Trends, Climate Change, Sustainability
If you are looking for an expert to interpret news on energy and the environment, educate within a documentary, or add a sustainable point of view to media interviews, you may want to include Craig Shields in the discussion. Craig …
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Centralized Vs. Distributed Energy Storage
Here’s an article on energy storage that presents the pros and cons of massive centralized storage, e.g., pumped hydro (pictured) versus distributed solutions for microgrids; the author’s purpose is to present the data that might allow us to conclude which …
From Guest Blogger Lizzie Weakly: How to Optimize Your Home Windows and Create Energy Efficiency
While many homeowners are concerned about potential “energy sinks” in their homes, like appliances and electronics, not all of them take passive energy sinks into account. Things like old, sagging insulation, leaking roofs, or poorly-insulated windows can end up making …
From Guest Blogger Juian Hooks: Protecting the Environment with a Fleet Management System
Managing a fleet of vehicles is already a daunting task with all the requirements necessary to make it work. However, another thing that fleet management companies consider when they outfit their vehicles with the latest technology is how they can …
From Guest Blogger Jenny Richards: What are Eco-Lawsuits?
Eco laws are present under the environmental laws in most countries. These laws are concerned with environmental issues regarding businesses, governments and individuals. The laws include rules and regulations regarding: • The protection of the environment prohibiting the discarding of …
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