Here’s a reminder that it’s only a matter of a short period of time before this civilization derives the power it needs from its nearest star. Solar PV, which is only one of the means of harnessing the sun’s energy, is becoming so inexpensive at such an astounding pace, that the demise of the dirty energy of the 20th Century is squarely upon us. (more…)
Making your home as eco-friendly as possible doesn’t need to be an expensive and time-consuming process. For many families, a few small upgrades will have a major impact on their energy consumption and monthly utility bills. Here is a look at four tips that you can use to improve your home’s efficiency and reduce your carbon footprint. (more…)
“On Being” is a syndicated radio program on the intersection of philosophy, religion and human psychology that I try to catch every week. The episode linked here was the second in as many weeks on a subject that I believe to be very important to our understanding who we are and how we get along in the world around us. (more…)
Planning a camping trip to further parts of the continent? Consider this your ultimate packing guide before hopping on a chosen transportation and heading to either of these wonderful destinations! These are the things you simply cannot go camping without. (more…)
When we examine phenomena like the Northern California wildfires and realize that tragedies like these are happening at a pace four times they were of half a century ago, we’re faced with some important decisions that are purely about right and wrong. (more…)
Are you planning a big spring clean in preparation for the summer holiday season?
Summer is fast approaching so it might be time to throw out your old furniture, clean out your shed and bring life back to your garden. While decluttering the house will revive your home, it’s always important to understand that the waste will need to go somewhere. (more…)
As is apparent from this article, we’re still not grasping the main issue associated with the eco-impact of EVs, which is “what energy source is used to address incremental but predictable loads on the grid when EV are charged?” If the answer is coal, EVs are most definitely not cleaner than cars propelled by gasoline or diesel. (more…)
When I did some marketing consulting work for the Ocean Thermal Energy Corporation (OTECorp) a few years ago, they paid me with an equal mixture of cash and common stock, so I have an incentive to root for this technology to become an important part of the world’s energy mix. (more…)
If you live in a cold area, there is a good chance you expect higher utility bills every time winter arrives. However, keeping warm does not have to be accompanied by higher energy costs. There are a number of simple and inexpensive steps that you can take to keep your home energy efficient, effectively helping you to save both energy and money. The good news is that you can achieve this without compromising the comfort and convenience you are used to. (more…)
From someone hitting the “contact” button at 2GreenEnergy just now:
I am contacting you on behalf of an US.-based startup company that has a machine/technology capable of extracting atmospheric heat and converting that into electricity. (more…)
