Home › Blog › Page 1390

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Photovoltaics

The Advantages of Solar EnergyOne of the most important systems in your home is the electrical and finding ways to improve upon it is a constant struggle. With all of the many improvements you can make, finding the right ones will take some research on your part. With all of the talk about going green these days, many homeowners are starting to get solar systems for their homes. For the most part, the biggest reservation most people have regarding solar systems is how well they work. Here are a few of the advantages of solar power for your home. (more…)

Tagged with: , ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainable Building

Building a Sustainable Small BusinessTaking care to reduce your carbon footprint as a business is only part of the equation when it comes to sustainability. You need to build strong connections with your employees and develop an awareness of the impact your business has on society, at the same time as creating lasting financial value – no small task.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a much-used phrase coined by large conglomerates to describe their mission, and offers consumers an insight into what they stand for as a business. (more…)

Tagged with: , ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainable Building

Simple Tricks to Make Your Home More Energy EfficientBecoming more energy-efficient is not reserved for environmental activists only. Energy efficiency can boost your cash reserves at home too. Whether you turn off the lights as you leave for work, or install solar panels, toning down your energy usage helps you save a significant amount of money. There are scores of ways you can improve the energy efficiency of your home, with many being one-time investments, or simple day-to-day activities. (more…)

Tagged with: , ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Sustainable Building

Implementing Sustainability in Your Working SpaceThe issue of sustainability has been quite an important topic in the last few years and it is no wonder that many people have started implementing it in every aspect of their lifestyles. All over the world we can see people incorporating a more healthy and sustainable practice their homes. But it is high time to kick it up a notch and start introducing sustainability even in our work place. Read on to find out how exactly to accomplish this in your office area. (more…)

Tagged with: , ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Electric Vehicles

Seven Ways Biking Makes You an Eco-HeroWith the current status of the earth’s environment, it is not surprising that more and more people are becoming aware of how their small actions can affect the world. Monthly accidents related to drought, flash floods, forest fires, and super typhoons are becoming serious and it is right that people should become more environmental conscious.

Biking is a simple but effective way to improve the condition of the Earth. By ditching your cars and using bikes to work or grocery store, you can make a difference. (more…)

Tagged with: , ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Climate Change

The Environment Movement and Its DetractorsI just came across a strange article in the Boston Globe called “Inconvenient Truths for the Environmental Movement,” written by Joshua S. Goldstein and Steven Pinker. In the section below, I present a few excerpts and provide my responses in italics.  They begin:

Congressional Republicans make an easy target for their denial of climate change: “I’m not a scientist” is the new “Drill, baby, drill.” (more…)

Tagged with: , , , , , ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Renewables - Business

2GreenEnergy on InstagramBrian Bernhard of Blight Productions is helping me expand our presence on social media, where some of the principles of success are not completely obvious.  One that makes perfect sense, however, is that content should contain a bare minimum of sales/marketing messaging.

I get that, but I couldn’t resist using the shot below to promote our YouTube channel.  I hope no one gets too cross at me; I’m not exactly a hipster, even on a good day, and I really don’t want to ruffle any feathers out there…..  (more…)

Tagged with: , ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Renewables - Politics

Wonderful To See that John Paul Stevens Is Still Active in American JurisprudenceHere’s a paper I wrote in 2010 when U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens retired, praising him for his wisdom and for the courage he demonstrated on important issues throughout his tenure. And here, to my delight, is a set of six proposed amendments to the Constitution that Stevens wrote recently.

He may be gone from the bench, but he certainly has not disappeared from the American people; John Paul Stevens continues to serve the interests of decent people everywhere.

Tagged with: , ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Renewables - Politics

Aggravating PeopleSome regard (American whistleblower) Edward Snowden as a hero, others as a traitor.  In either case, we all must admit that he comes from a long line of people in the past who have infuriated the powers of the time.  I’m reminded of this insofar as it’s the birthday of Voltaire, one of my favorite characters in history; I hope readers will read through this colorful summary of his achievements when it came to irritating the living bejesus out of the great forces of 18th Century France, which I reprint from today’s edition of the Writer’s Almanac: (more…)

Tagged with: ,

by craigshieldsPosted on Posted in Renewables - Business

Tom Steyer – Using His Money for the Good of the World Around HimIn response to my piece about ExxonMobil and climate change, frequent commenter MarcoPolo indicates that there are people on both sides of the fossil fuel/global warming issue whose motives are impure, and some who lie, cheat and steal.

I know for a fact that some people (probably most) involved in renewable energy are there for the money; I meet them at conferences constantly, and they’re completely unabashed about it.  “We’re here because this is where the money is,” they tell me proudly.  Personally, I don’t see anything there about which to be proud, but there is certainly no evil associated with trying to make money as long as it’s done with honesty and decency.

The fact that renewable energy has captured the interests of Big Money is actually a good thing. 10 years ago this was a hobby; now it’s an industry.  That’s an important step in the right direction. (more…)

Tagged with: , , , , , ,