Author: craigshields

“We should look inward and think about the meaning of our life and its purposes, lest we do it in 20 or 30 years and it’s too late.” – Robert Coles As a professional, a husband, a father, and a …

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I wrote to a friend yesterday that I really don’t know whom or what to trust when it comes to evaluating the safety of nuclear energy.  Obviously, there is a ton of content that suggests a cover-up on Fukushima, i.e., …

A Conversation on Nuclear Energy Read More »

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Reader:  Hi Craig.  This is an interesting report from DOE stating that there are over 30,000 potential hydroelectric sites in the US where hydro power could be used with minimal environmental impact as there are already structures in place in the …

A Conversation on Hydrokinetics Read More »

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Here’s a quick note to let you know that we just updated the “Advocate!” page on 2GreenEnergy.  It’s a sad fact that so many people are victims of disinformation campaigns on energy, and thus it’s important to promote a quick …

Myth-Busting on Clean Energy Read More »

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Here’s an article that illustrates Bernie Sanders’ guts and perspicacity when it comes to energy and sustainability.  How a politician survives in today’s poisonous atmosphere without being a “yes-man” to the main power structures in Washington is beyond me.  (But …

When It Comes to Energy and Sustainability, Bernie Sanders Calls ‘Em Like He Sees ‘Em Read More »

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I thought I’d share a conversation with a lady I’ve known for about 30 years, who, each election cycle, does extensive work in researching the issues and the candidates, to bring some level of clarification to (I guess) at least …

The Integrity of the Political Process and Why Our Energy Policy Is Rooted in Fossil Fuels Read More »

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The American voters who are hoping that the cause of clean energy and sustainability will still be alive when the dust clears in November can sleep a bit easier after tonight’s debate.  But it sure was a tragedy to see …

U.S. Politicians Mince Words on Energy Policy Read More »

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Here’s an extremely well-crafted video from Goldman Sachs promoting their Clean Technology and Renewables Group in their Investment Banking Division. Tomorrow morning, I’ll begin an effort to engineer a conversation with Stuart Bernstein, the global head of the group, with …

Goldman Sachs' Clean Technology and Renewables Group Read More »

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Below is a graphic that I borrowed from my friends at Energy and Capital (Hi, Jeff Siegel!) illustrating the real problem we face vis-a’-vis coal on the international scene. I’m reminded of an interview I did for a consultant in …

The Situation with Coal-fired Power Plants in Asia Is Urgent Read More »

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When it comes to renewable energy, there’s hardly a shortage of misinformation out there. That said, those with a skeptical streak really seem to have it in for wind farms. Here’s a look at some of the most widely propagated …

From Guest Blogger Steve Waller: 5 Myths About Wind Farms Read More »

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