For those who may be trying to understand the principles of thermodynamics as they apply to renewable energy – but who may not wish to take the subject too seriously, here is the British comedy duo of yesteryear, Flanders & …
How the Laws of Thermodynamics Apply to Renewables – A Smile for Your Saturday Read More »
Dr. John Grotzinger, a friend from high school, has become the spokesperson for NASA’s exploration of Mars. Here’s an article he wrote in a recent issue of National Geographic that I thought readers would enjoy. The relevance to 2GreenEnergy? I …
I just had a conversation with a Ph.D. chemist, Jenny Du, a friend of a friend, and a terrific young person with a hankering to ply her trade in the field of renewable energy. What trade is that, exactly? Well, …
Chemist Jenny Du — Entering the Field of Renewable Energy Read More »
I’m always on the lookout for good infographics on renewable energy. I just came across the one I linked above, but it’s flawed for several reasons: • It treats as separate items things like “hydro” and “biomass” (sources of energy) with …
Kari Yates just sent me this really good infographic on renewable energy that I thought I’d share. Fabulous concepts. I especially like the section on “what government can do.” From your lips to God’s ears, as they say.
I know many readers share my excitement about the physics behind clean energy, and appreciate the opportunity to learn more at every available opportunity. To that end, let me share with you a YouTube channel that I know you’ll enjoy. …
YouTube Channel Boasts Captivating Video on Science Read More »
Britain is still a country of scientific and technical innovation, despite the losses of some research and manufacturing capacity to other countries. Several influential commentators, such as futurologist Jeremy Rifkin, and the previous government’s Chief Scientist, Sir David King, have …
From Guest Blogger Nick: Funds Awarded to Green Innovators Read More »
2GreenEnergy supporter Tim Kingston sent me this piece on Germany’s adoption of renewable energy. It’s good, but I wish it were a bit more informative. We already knew that heavy penetration of variable resources gives systems operators heartburn, and that …
Alternative energy is big. It’s an important field of study and it’s a great way to help us lower our carbon footprint. Why, exactly, is this important? Currently, we are starting to run out of a lot of our natural …
From Guest Blogger Jake Fisher: 5 Biggest Breakthroughs in Alternative Energy Read More »
Jillian Seymour, a 2GreenEnergy supporter and college student living in Lyon, France called me the other day, as I had agreed to an interview in which I would provide my advice on careers in renewable energy. In the course of …
Discussing the Value of a Career in Renewable Energy with Jillian Seymour Read More »
