Over the next few months, I have committed myself to performing comprehensive research into the pragmatic issues that prevent a rapid migration to renewables. I’m not 100% sure how to organize this research, and even less sure how to present …
Author: Craig Shields
Renewable Energy Job Creation — Apparently a Hot Topic Politically
When I started to think about this, I Googled “renewable energy job creation,” I noticed that the first item offered me was an article from Fox News, that, predictably, ridiculed the idea that significant numbers of new jobs could come …
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Nissan's Leaf and the Electric Vehicle Adoption Curve
I commented last week on the Wall Street Journal’s article on Nissan’s electric vehicle – the Leaf. The author points out that Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn has made this commitment “without even knowing if people will buy them.” Every time …
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[The Vector] News From Around the Country: Siemens
In August 2010, Siemens Energy, Inc. received an order for 98 wind turbines originating from Oklahoma Gas & Electric (OGE). The turbines are destined for the Crossroads wind power plant in Oklahoma, located about 100 miles from Oklahoma City in Dewey …
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Tagged with: alternative energy, clean energy, Crossroads wind farm, green energy, OGE, Renewable Energy, Siemens, Wind Energy, wind power, wind turbines
Offer Your Opinion on the New EPA Vehicle Ratings
I just wrote a post on Renewable Energy World in which I suggest that everyone learn about – and weigh in on — the new EPA ratings. When implemented shortly, this will represent the first change from the famous city …
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Big Oil and Clean Energy: Are We At an Impasse?
The theme for my next book is essentially a take-off on the last one — “facts and fantasies,” exploring the “tough realities” of the migration to renewable energy. I want to understand the nitty-gritty of the pragmatic issues that stand in …
The Benefits of Economy 7 – by Ray Smith
Economy 7 is a tariff based electricity supply designed to save electricity bills during winter months. The tariff itself is not suited to every household as it may actually increase electricity bills if not used within the correct requirements. Households …
New Fuel Economy Labeling Proposals for Vehicles – Guest Blog
The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have announced two proposed labels for rating vehicles according to fuel economy, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and air pollutants. Read more about the labels and how to view them.
Tagged with: fuel economy labeling
We All Want Small Government, But…
I feel hypocritical about my stance about big government. In a way, I think most of us should. Generally, when we say we’re for small government, what we mean is that we’re for the elimination of all those wasteful programs …
[The Vector] Largest Rooftop Solar Project in the Northwest
The largest rooftop solar installation in the American Northwest is now online. Portland General Electric (PGE) has a 673,000 square foot installation of 2.4 MW on seven ProLogis warehouses. PGE ranked among the top 10 utilities in the west for …
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