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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Geothermal

The Geothermal Energy Technology RevolutionIs Geothermal Energy Really Going To Be The Next Big Thing?

As more and more people finally begin to take notice of the state of our planet, so it follows that businesses will start to invest in the manufacture of technology that will satiate the demand for greener energy supplies. Geothermal energy may not be news to those of us who have had an interest in such matters for some time, but the demand for a cleaner way of heating our homes and business premises is growing – even amongst those who were once skeptics. (more…)

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainability

Tom Steyer – Using His Money for the Good of the World Around HimWhat a coincidence. One fine morning last week I sat down to write a Thanksgiving post when I checked my email, saw that I had received the message below from billionaire eco-philanthropist Tom Steyer, and laughed when I realized that I was just about to write essentially these exact words. Thank you, for doing what you did to make 2015 a watershed event in the history of humankind.

In particular, this year marked the point at which a huge majority of people saw the handwriting on the wall with respect to fossil fuels, climate change, and environmental damage more generally. In the U.S., this was occasioned by President Obama rejecting the Keystone XL Pipeline, simultaneously saying, on behalf of the American people, that we will no longer be pawns in the oil companies’ game. (more…)

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Renewables - Science

Sunlight as an Energy SourceFrom my Quora.com feed, in which I’ve volunteered to answer questions related to science, a young reader asks: Can we trap light and use it as an energy source?

Ovis writes: Almost all sources of energy on Earth is in some way or the other linked to sunlight: fossil fuels are the result of sunlight that was trapped over a period of millions of years.  Then we have PV, wind, biomass, and hydro.  The only exceptions are nuclear and geothermal power.

I respond: Good answer, Ovis.  To the list of exceptions I would add tidal hydro and, to a certain extent, ocean current hydro.  Here’s an infographic on all the forms of energy available to us here on Earth.

 

 

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainability

2GreenEnergy Intern Fabio PorcuThese past three months have gone by rather quickly, and, before I have to return home, I wanted to share some personal thoughts. I want to start by saying that my reflections are not in any form accusations but a critical view that, of course, includes me too.

During my stay in the United States I found myself with a significant amount of free time on my hands, which I often dedicated to observing and inquiring about the many different cultures around me. In particular, during these three months we have seen the attacks in Paris, which made me think a lot, especially about what motivates people to do that. (more…)

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Electric Vehicles

Efficient Drivetrains Is Starting to Take the Electric Transportation World By StormCheck out the progress that my client “Efficient Drivetrains” is making.   A few months ago, I sent a couple of eager investors their way, both anxious to fund their “C” round, and I believe a deal is in the offing.

As I wrote last summer, I drove up to EDI’s headquarters in Milpitas, CA on my birthday (July 3rd) for an all-day meeting with the company’s CEO. When I arrived home late that night, tired but happy, I told my wife, “If I can’t help these guys, I can’t help anyone. It’s unclear why the world isn’t beating a path to their door, but I’m going to help make that happen.”  So far, so good.

Shown above: Lauren Figueroa of Stewart Chevrolet Cadillac (Colma, Calif.) charged a 2016 Chevy Volt using electricity from an EDI truck at the PG&E ride-and-drive event in San Francisco this morning.

 

 

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainability

Five Ways to Save Power as a Professional in AgricultureNowadays, agriculture plays a crucial role in the economy of every existing nation. Not because for the reason that it tends to provide for the whole people of a country but also because that agriculture interacts and corresponds with all the allied industries of that country. Agriculture development has emerged largely by the years just as farm machines and farming have developed too in these years. But with this great advantage there is also a disadvantage associated with this development i.e. too much use of power. (more…)

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainability

How to Reduce Waste - Use Effective Waste Handling TechniquesThe consequences of excessive waste generation have started showing, with different areas losing their soil potential. Rivers, seas, and oceans are also getting contaminated with the amount of waste being dumped into these water bodies. One of the biggest impacts of this excessive waste generation is the imbalance in the ecological system across the globe. If the generation of waste is not reduced soon, there would be nothing left in the world, apart from waste. (more…)

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Biomass

The Benefits of AFA Blue-Green AlgaeThe benefits of AFA blue-green algae do not focus on a certain organ. Instead, people who consume this supplement will feel that many aspects of their lives change significantly. In addition, it is very important to know that AFA blue-green algae does not bring only physical benefits. The mental activities will also be enhanced. (more…)

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainability

A Thanksgiving MessageA message to you from Craig Shields and the entire 2GreenEnergy team:

The fundamental reason to care about the quality of life we provide for our fellows here and now, as well as those who will be born in the future, is the distinct but mysterious connection that all members of humankind share with one another.   (more…)

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by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainable Building

Maintaining Your UPS Unit

There are a number of different things a small business owner has to deal with in order to be successful. If you own a production based business then you will have to think about how you are going to maximize your efficiency. With all of the various ways out there to do this, finding the right one will take some time and energy on your part. One of the best ways to increase the time you are able to produce your goods is by adding a UPS. The following are a few things to consider when trying to maintain this unit. (more…)

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