The Waxman-Markey American Clean Energy & Security (ACES) Act has moved from draft to a 900+ page submitted bill. To be clear, the ACES is far from a perfect bill, having been weakened from what was originally introduced. Sadly, the Committee Republicans evidently are not interested in a serious “No Regrets” strategy, with introduction of […]
Poisoning Pills
May 15th, 2009 · Comments Off on Poisoning Pills
Tags: politics · republican party
Energy Bookshelf: Not So “Vital Signs”
May 15th, 2009 · Comments Off on Energy Bookshelf: Not So “Vital Signs”
Worldwatch Institute merits respect and their work, sadly, merist far more attention than sometimes seems to be the case. Worldwatch is regularly engaged in thought-provoking research and publication of valuable works. Sigh, Vital Signs 2009 simply fails to meet the high standards that the Institute has set for itself. Subtitled “The Trends That Are Shaping […]
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Energy COOL: Hubbing the Home
May 15th, 2009 · Comments Off on Energy COOL: Hubbing the Home
Since diving into the deep end when it comes to energy issues, almost every day sees new fascinating concepts, approaches, and technologies. Fascinating … exciting … even hope inspiring at times. And, as well, as the passion builds, so many of these are truly Energy COOL. In true EcoGeek fashion, meandering among the booths at […]
Tags: electricity · Energy · energy cool · energy efficiency · energy smart · environmental
Energy COOL: Tubular Solar
May 15th, 2009 · 3 Comments
Since diving into the deep end when it comes to energy issues, almost every day sees new fascinating concepts, approaches, and technologies. Fascinating … exciting … even hope inspiring at times. And, as well, as the passion builds, so many of these are truly Energy COOL. In true EcoGeek fashion, meandering among the booths at […]
Tags: Energy · energy cool · energy smart · renewable energy · solar