Synthetic fuels refer to those that don’t come from biological processes; they’re made from bringing together hydrogen and carbon molecules to form hydrocarbons via highly endothermic chemical reactions. Preferably that energy is derived from sources whose off-peak output would otherwise be wasted, or, in the case of wind, curtailed.
There are tons of approaches to make this happen; here’s the best one.
What a compelling illustration of the difference between excellent leadership and solid cooperation, vs. the disgusting morass of corruption, incompetence, dishonesty and selfishness we have here in the U.S.
In a recent talk I had with my mother, she pointed out that conservatives, both white and black, place blame on the black community for wealth inequality, and asked me to comment.
I began by acknowledging that there is some truth here. I’m sure an objective analysis of large numbers of white and black families would show important differences in values and behaviors re: wealth creation. However, this is a complicated issue that has many causes, and selecting one while ignoring the others is simply an exercise in racism itself. (more…)
Person A: If Trump loses in November, which he will, I guarantee he will fight it, coup style.
It came as no surprise when the promoter of this small wind turbine was upset by my post the other day “Video on Small Wind,” in which I pointed out that his claims were preposterous. I began, “Will the wind turbine here generate electricity? Yes. Will it do so cost-effectively? Not in a million years,” and then went on to explain why.
In the conversation that ensued on Facebook, I referred to him as a charlatan, and he replied, “I’m just an inventor who’s trying to make the world a better place.”
No. Charlatans don’t make the world a better place.
Let’s consider two great hurdles our civilization faces: one short-term (will come to a head in the next few months), and the other much longer-term (may stay with us until our ultimate demise).
In November, the U.S. presidential election will be held, and at this point Trump looks near-certain to lose. (more…)
Will the wind turbine here generate electricity? Yes. Will it do so cost-effectively? Not in a million years.
• Vertical axis machines are intrinsically left efficient than their horizontal axis counterparts.
• This device invokes drag rather than lift mechanics. (more…)
Former Republican Secretary of State and retired general Colin Powell said Sunday that President Donald Trump has “drifted away” from the Constitution, adding to a growing list of former top military officials who have strongly criticized the President’s response to the nationwide protests surrounding the police killing of George Floyd. (more…)
Here’s one in an excellent series of videos called Vox Terra (“voice of the Earth”) that covers the climate change denial industry. Because of the sheer immensity of the oil companies, countless millions of dollars are available to ensure its continuation, and that means interrupting efforts to phase out fossil fuels. (more…)
Translation:
The Fire Devil
A president sets his country on fire
The world looks on in a mixture of pity and contempt.
