My wise and compassionate friend Cameron Atwood writes:
Woodrow Wilson (was concerned about extractive wealth) across our economy and the world economy as well (when he wrote) “…shrewd wits playing on the credulity of others, taking advantage of the weakness of others, trading in the necessities of others.”
Here’s a counter-argument, offered in good spirit. (more…)
These days there are many things to take into account as you decide what type of house you would like to construct. If you would like to construct a house with a “green” philosophy then the following steps will help you do so:
Step 1: Consider the alternative for Green Housing Construction Ideas (more…)
I try to speak with my friend whom I quoted here on energy policy at least once a month, to try my best to keep up with his incredible insights about the world of the 21st Century. He’s aware of my passion for environmental and energy issues, and he understands that my field of expertise is limited to that domain. My friend agrees that our dwindling natural resources and the demise of the environment should rank high on the list of society’s difficulties, though, he argues, not necessarily at the top. (more…)
A young reader hopes to replace wind turbines with an alternate source of energy. He writes: these generators are not very large to supply electricity to an ordinary home. Now the other power source: an electric motor. (more…)
A reader just asked me this: Doesn’t all our energy come from the sun? Fossil fuels are old sunlight, and anything else we burn is new sunlight. We have to burn this one way or the other, and that creates emissions. Is there any way around this?
Fortunately, there are a number of factors that make what you’ve written above incorrect. (more…)
Here’s some advice to those writing about renewable energy, or anything else: communicate your ideas clearly. On average, I get perhaps a dozen requests every week for one thing or another, and occasionally I’m left wondering what we’re talking about. This morning, as an example:
Respected Sir. I am a student of mechanical engineering (final year) and I want to introduce society to green energy. The aims of your company have been introduced in the university I am studying in. It will be my honor to have your support and proper affiliation to your company. Awaiting for your positive response.
I’m flattered that his university has introduced him to 2GreenEnergy, but I have no idea what he wants.
I try to follow the financial news surrounding Tesla Motors, which isn’t particularly positive right now. For a couple of reasons, the success or failure of Tesla is a big deal in the world at the moment.
First of all, we all want to know: can a new entity emerge from outside the auto manufacturing world and build/sell cars successfully? (more…)
Anytime you take two hot topics, like green technology and automobiles, Americans are going to take note. We love our cars, regardless of their environmental impact—and probably always will. Thankfully, the automobile is finally beginning to evolve. It’s becoming more sustainable, cleaner, and certainly more efficient. It’s even beginning to cost significantly less to fuel and maintain.
For progressive-minded individuals who want to have their car and drive it, too, it’s an exciting time. (more…)
Over the years, I have helped well over 100 students, from 4th grade to graduate school, with their papers on renewable energy or sustainability more generally. I enjoy the living heck out of, and I’ve gotten some of the most heartwarming thank-you notes anyone could possibly imagine. Here’s what I got this morning (though I wasn’t of much help): (more…)
The whole world is trying to reduce energy consumption and save the planet, and Croatia is no exception. All countries within the EU must use renewable sources for 20% of their energy use by 2020, whilst also increasing their energy efficiency by 20%. New power plants are powered by wind, or sun, and in Croatia, as in other European countries, reliance on fossil fuels is diminishing and people are being encouraged to buy energy-saving appliances. (more…)
