Author: craigshields

It’s been a while since I wrote a post reminding us all exactly how little area is required, in relative terms, to provide enough solar power for the entire world.  Numbers are cool, but graphics are better.  Linked above is …

Is There Enough Solar Power for the Entire World? Read More »

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It’s the birthday of social philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau, a leading figure in the Enlightenment, whose writings contain the basic ideas behind the U.S. Constitution, the French Revolution, and so many other important elements of the way Western civilization has developed …

Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Corruption in Government Read More »

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You know that you should recycle, the trick is getting yourself to make the effort to sort your trash and visit the recycling center. Here are five projects that offer monetary compensation for responsibly disposing of materials you’d be getting …

From Guest Blogger Lizzie Weekley–Environmental and Financial Consciousness: Five Recycling Projects that Turn a Profit Read More »

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These days, companies can no longer afford to ignore sustainable practices. The public expects it, and the savings a company can achieve by going green are just too great. Here are seven ways to incorporate sustainable energy practices into your …

From Guest Blogger “Renewable Energy Corp” — Seven Sustainable Energy Practices for Your Business Read More »

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As more research is done on the damaging effects of industry and development on the earth, more people are working to reduce their carbon footprints. By taking steps to reduce damage on the environment, people can be part of the …

From Guest Blogger Anita: Reducing Carbon Footprint–Six Ways We Can All Be More Environmentally-Conscious Read More »

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Did you know that 96% of Americans believe that money has too much influence on law-making, but that 91% of Americans believe nothing can be done about this? Ah, the politics of resignation. Apparently most people believe and act as …

Political Corruption vs. a Sane Energy Policy – Why We Have Hope Read More »

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I have to say that I’m impressed with the work being done to pass a constitutional amendment that would effectively overturn Citizens United, and restore some semblance of meaning to our democracy here in the U.S.  Most people would shake …

Fighting City Hall – And Winning Read More »

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I started out researching renewable energy and general sustainability topics thanks to Craig’s books, especially his first one which I immediately felt gave me an idea of what to do with my career. After meeting and speaking with him, we …

From 2GreenEnergy Intern Louis de Saint Phalle: Global Investment Overview Read More »

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If you want to learn a great deal about the energy scene in the U.S. in just a few minutes, I suggest you click here, scroll down, and read Glenn Doty’s comment on my piece on the failure of researchers …

Understanding the Path from Coal to Renewable Energy Read More »

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As I’ve mentioned, I volunteer as a mentor to up-and-coming cleantech entrepreneurs who wish to present their business plans at the Clean Business Investment Summit, held annually at UCSB (the University of California at Santa Barbara). My main role is …

Planning Meeting for the 2014 Clean Business Investment Summit Read More »

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