For some reason, I’m always somewhat surprised to read comments about conservation – they’re numerous, and they’re heartfelt. Frequent commentor Dan Conine writes: The first alternative energy project that should always be funded is CONSERVATION. THEN whatever we do, won’t …
The blog I posted on Renewable Energy World yesterday on cold fusion has already gotten a few insightful comments. The common theme seems to be the sad fact that politics, rather science in its dispassionate purity, is the leading driver …
Reader Jacob Silver writes: Non-absorbed carbon in the atmosphere is thickening the carbon filter of solar energy. With the loss of hundreds of thousands of acres of forest cut down in Indonesia and Brazil, the result is a gap of …
I have to say that I’m quite happy to be part of the Renewable Energy World blog. They’re in their 11th year, and their community is quite large — the site’s subscriber base numbers in the hundreds of thousands and …
I don’t think too many of us had high hopes for definitive negotiations emanating from Copenhagen. Today we learned of China’s announcement that the developing world won’t commit to greenhouse gas emissions reductions until the developed world leads the way …
I don’t know the extent to which most readers are aware of the frequent comments of Dan Conine, whom I would characterize as irreverent but incredibly bright. Here, in response to my piece on James Woolsey, he writes: Ask him …
The trajectory for completing my book on renewables just received a major shot in the arm this morning as James Woolsey, one of the most vocal and credible proponents of alternative energy, agreed to an interview for my chapter on …
I’m always delighted when I come across supporters of the idea that I’ve referred to as the “level playing field” for renewable energy. That is, I’m not asking for a subsidy for solar, wind, geothermal, etc. Rather, I’m asking that …
Writing about the political process, Bob Goldschmidt notes: The system will never allow campaign finance reform or term limits. However there is a way — individual contributions made to move election results. It’s interesting that you say this. I personally …
If you’ve seen this video titled “United Breaks Guitars” you’re certainly not alone; in fact, you’re only one of over 6.2 million. It was created by a musician whose $3500 guitar was damaged when thrown by United baggage handlers (people …
