Forecasting is tough. And, there is a perception problem, forecasts are taken all too often as some form of firm projection that can be taken to the bank rather than a look to the future within a set of assumptions. Forecasting amid great change — technological or otherwise — is even tougher. And, we are […]
Entries from May 2018
Are electric bus projections electrifying enough? IEA example
May 31st, 2018 · Comments Off on Are electric bus projections electrifying enough? IEA example
Tags: Energy
Good Politics Trump Good Policy? (Gas Price edition #372)
May 25th, 2018 · Comments Off on Good Politics Trump Good Policy? (Gas Price edition #372)
When it comes to energy prices, gasoline has been and remains the most visceral touch point for Americans (and, well, likely drivers around the world). Few really connect the turning on of a light bulb to that monthly electricity bill while essentially everyone with a (non-electric) car has experienced the smelly hands while watching the […]
DC’s electric buses — for tourists and for urban health
May 1st, 2018 · Comments Off on DC’s electric buses — for tourists and for urban health
The District of Columbia is taking serious steps forward in line with its Climate Change plans . These include strengthening building codes for greater energy efficiency, sustainability, and livability; programs for cleaning up the electricity sourcing (including solar on 50 government buildings); and investments to make the urban environment quieter and cleaner with more effective […]
Tags: transportation