Recycling plastic back into fuel may have just gotten a lot more cost effective. Also, is carbon capture a good idea? Can you run your car on a Coke bottle? Few things make environmentalists throw up their hands in despair more than plastic. Plastic waste is everywhere—we even have microplastics in our bloodstreams. (1) And…
As we add more solar to our grid, flattening the duck curve is becoming a bigger challenge. Also, Montana kids win a big lawsuit against their own state in a precedent-setting case. What is the duck curve and what can you do about it? For much of America, ducks are seen as cute waterfowl that…
Houston homeowners, are you curious about whether solar panels are worth it? Houston, known as the Energy Capital of the World, is home to an extensive network of energy companies including oil, natural gas, and renewable energy corporations. And Houston is a notable player in the social energy space as well, ranking in the top…
Solar batteries can help homeowners achieve more energy independence, save money on electricity bills*, increase property value and reduce their carbon footprint. But the benefits of a solar battery can vary significantly depending on your home’s energy needs and the energy policies in your area. Learn more about the benefits of solar batteries in 2023…
The U.S. is investing in hydrogen technology at a record pace and it might be the missing link in greening the grid. And with GM supporting V2G technology, you’ve got new options for keeping your home powered in a blackout. Why a clear, invisible gas like hydrogen comes in colors like green, grey and blue…
Hot summer weather can also mean skyrocketing energy bills. Thankfully, there are many easy ways to save money and reduce your carbon emissions while still staying cool. Whether you’re interested in quick, low-cost solutions or ready to invest in renewable energy, there are steps anyone can take to conserve energy this summer. Make use of…
The plastic used to make Barbie has a big carbon impact and recycling isn’t a solution. And a Kentucky coal mine gets a new life as a massive solar farm Recycling plastic isn’t a solution Everybody’s favorite pink summer blockbuster, Barbie has renewed interest in Mattel’s perennial bestselling plastic toy. But even as Barbies have…
The U.S. solar energy industry is experiencing a significant upturn, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act and local incentives. As domestic production expands, promising new job opportunities and strengthening supply chains, it is crucial to address the longevity of solar panels. With warranties lasting 25 years or more, we need to ask ourselves: How can…
[Mandeville, Louisiana, July 25, 2023] — With the United States receiving significant federal support of solar and storage installations in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, excitement for the technologies is growing at a record pace. Solar developers, installers and contractors are fueling the momentum by building more solar and storage projects across the country.…
Fossil fuel prices keep going up while solar keeps going down. And a startup geothermal company reports a major breakthrough Are we finally using less fossil fuel? One of the dirtiest little secrets about the clean energy transition is that we keep using more and more fossil fuels. The problem is that even as we…
When Texas faced the biggest energy demand in history, it was renewable energy that stepped up. And storing energy in heat form may be the most economical solution available. Texas gets by with a lot of help from renewable energy When it gets hot in Texas, locals sometimes say, “It’s so hot the hens are…
Are we finally getting flying cars? One Bay Area startup is already selling them. Also, there’s an EV leasing loophole that can solve your car shopping headaches. Flying to work? The fantasy of a flying car just got real Few things signify mid-20th-century America’s optimism and early-21st-century disappointment than a flying car. In 2017, there…
