Author: craigshields

If you think that climate change denial is a random event, or the natural result of a free-thinking society, you’re sadly mistaken.  You may want to take a few minutes out of your day, and read this article, which covers …

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Here’s a piece on cap and trade.  Like every person who hopes that civilization will find its way towards sustainability,  I’m rooting for success here.  But frankly, I can’t imagine how cap and trade will accomplish its aims, given all …

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Sometime later this evening, someone will post the 7000th comment here at 2GreenEnergy. My thanks to everyone who has participated so vociferously, and who continues to keep this site growing, both in size and importance.  When I go to conferences, even …

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It’s been at least a year since I recommended this fabulous combination of education and entertainment, in which British comedian/historian Robert Newman presents “A History of Oil. Please do yourself a favor and check it out.  Then do us ALL …

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Those looking for ways to measure the progress the U.S. is making in renewable energy compared with the rest of the world may be interested in this infographic, comparing the installed amount of solar energy per capita by country. Btw, …

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A friend sent me this article on the adoption of electric vehicles for my comment. Like so many other things, there are two sides to the “EV” coin, but, as I told him, this piece was written for the lowest possible …

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Here in the U.S., late-night comedians like Jay Leno make fun of idiotic headlines, like these, all of which actually appeared in our newspapers: • Winter Forecast – It Will Be Cold • Nearly Half Of U.S. Voters Unsure if Obama Is …

Renewable Energy Policy Uncertainty Stalls A Fossil Fuel-Free Future, Experts Say Read More »

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A young Frenchman, Antoine Godart, volunteered to create an introductory paper on biomass for 2GreenEnergy readers.  It’s linked above, for anyone who may be interested.  Thanks for your work, Antoine.      

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Going green isn’t a fad anymore ; it’s a way of life for many. From energy supplements to recycling to starting entire businesses around the concept of 100% Eco-friendly products and operations, there’s a growing niche for a “green” consumer and …

From Guest Blogger Kyle O'Brien: How Businesses Can Transition To Paperless Strategies Read More »

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Decades have passed since mankind discovered the power of four wheels and started manufacturing cars. Now it is more than luxury and has become a part of routine life just like other necessities. With the passage of time the fuel …

From Guest Blogger Mediaprizm: Hybrid Cars Read More »

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