I’m looking forward to today’s meeting with David O’Brien, Bridge Energy Group’s Director of Regulatory Strategy and Compliance. With his permission, I will record the discussion and squeeze it into my current book project, “Renewable Energy – Following the Money.” …
The Way We Regulate Electrical Power Utilities Stifles Innovation Read More »
There are a few reasons why I recommend this article on energy efficiency by my young friend Stephen Lacey. 1) I can’t think of anyone whose observations I regard as more astute than Stephen’s. I’ve known him for about four …
In response to my post How Much Renewable Energy Does the World Really Need? frequent commenter Steven Andrews writes: I think THIS is the way to go. First, install all the renewable energy you can with the capital you have, because you …
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Here’s an article whose author is attempting to show that the goal of 100% renewables is closer than we think. At the risk of stating the obvious, I jotted down a few notes I wish to share: • We’re a very …
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Here’s a very good, objective and realistic treatment of our planet’s attempts at sustainable energy, from the combined perspectives of technology, economics, and politics. Here, in one document, readers will get “the whole nine yards” as to how difficult this …
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Sometime later this evening, someone will post the 7000th comment here at 2GreenEnergy. My thanks to everyone who has participated so vociferously, and who continues to keep this site growing, both in size and importance. When I go to conferences, even …
Those looking for ways to measure the progress the U.S. is making in renewable energy compared with the rest of the world may be interested in this infographic, comparing the installed amount of solar energy per capita by country. Btw, …
Here in the U.S., late-night comedians like Jay Leno make fun of idiotic headlines, like these, all of which actually appeared in our newspapers: • Winter Forecast – It Will Be Cold • Nearly Half Of U.S. Voters Unsure if Obama Is …
Renewable Energy Policy Uncertainty Stalls A Fossil Fuel-Free Future, Experts Say Read More »
Question: In the United States in 2012, what percentage of the power that came on to the grid was renewable? Answer: Can be found at http://2greenenergy.com/cool-guess-answers/8732 . Relevance: Renewable energy has a long way to go if it is to …
Here’s one of dozens of articles that purports to advise U.S. President Obama on energy, essentially encouraging the development of fossil fuels as well as renewables. To me, this makes sense if your sole concern is economic growth and you …
