Author: craigshields

 The Climate Group “C40 City” of Sydney, Australia has announced a project that will create the largest solar project in their country, installing in over 30 sites around this city, starting with the Sydney Park Pavilion. This project will have …

From Guest Blogger Carlos de la Fuente: Sydney Invests $4.3 Million in Solar Energy Read More »

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One of my colleagues is speaking at the Breakthrough Energy Conference in The Netherlands in a couple of weeks.  When I spoke with him earlier today, I asked him what “breakthrough energy” means in this context, thinking that it must …

Energy Conference in The Netherlands Uses The Term "Breakthrough" In a BIG Way Read More »

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For those of you who might have missed it, here’s Nicholas Kristof’s op-ed on climate change in yesterday’s New York Times.  Referring to the take-away from Hurricane Sandy, the twice-Pulizer winning journalist calls it Will Climate Get Some Respect Now? …

Will Climate Get Some Respect Now? Sorry, The Answer's Unclear Read More »

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Actress and environmental activist Daryl Hannah doesn’t pull any punches in this impressive article, The Battle Against Big Energy’s Rush to Ruin Our Planet. It’s hard not to feel a profound sense of gratitude to people like her, who make huge personal …

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I just got an email from a reader suggesting that I conduct an independent analysis on global warming.   I’ve actually received half a dozen suggestions to this effect over the years.    This gentleman writes:  “I think both you and …

Analyzing Global Warming Read More »

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I was helping my daughter study for her poli-sci midterm the other evening, and we came across the word “polarization.”  I hope you’ll take a moment and watch the videos mentioned below which, in my opinion, are both very well …

Two Videos Worth Your Time Read More »

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With the Presidential elections just around the corner, a lot of people are still undecided between President Obama and Mitt Romney. But if one were to ask which factor would undoubtedly become the deciding factor, I feel that it is …

From Guest Blogger Jess Greenberg: Obama's and Romney's Energy Policies – A Deeper Look Read More »

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The main consideration for an investment in solar power is the peace of mind that comes from an investment in a renewable energy source. By investing in solar power for the home, the individual is ensuring that they will be …

From Guest-Blogger Kevin Vogel: What Does Solar Power Mean for Your Monthly Utility Bills? Read More »

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Here is something I think is a sure loser: the driverless car. I hope you’ll check out this deadly serious article on the subject.  But ask yourself:  Is it conceivable that, by the time such technology could possibly be put …

Automating the Driving Experience — The Driverless Car Read More »

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Though it’s categorically false, we hear constantly that clean energy and a vibrant economy are mutually exclusive.  Here’s a short but terrific video that clarifies this nicely.    

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