Tag: sustainable
New Pumped Hydro Energy Storage System Needs No Mountains
A new, compact pumped hydro energy storage system uses lower elevations and sloping hills, avoiding the cost and environmental impacts of mountain-based storage systems.
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How an Influential Energy Book Became a Drag on Decarbonization
I was scrolling through energy posts on LinkedIn recently and came across yet another argument for nuclear power that leaned heavily on David MacKay’s 2008 book Sustainable Energy Without the Hot Air. It was presented as a decisive reference, as if the book still represented the state of the art … [continued]
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McQuail remaining in NDP leadership race after meeting requirements
Lucknow-area organic farmer Tony McQuail is remaining in the federal NDP leadership race after meeting the final requirements to run as a candidate. McQuail, 72, is one of five candidates who will be on the ballot when the party membership votes at their convention in Winnipeg on March 27-29, after he was able to secure […]
Aquifer Thermal Energy System Comes To Minnesota
A new aquifer thermal energy system in St. Paul, Minnesota promises to lower utility bills for residents by 50 percent or more.
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A Balance Of Incentives & Penalties Works Best For Clean Energy Adoption
Governments around the world invest in fossil fuels for what is often framed as national security. However, there is a basic inconsistency of national investment in fossil fuels with mitigating climate change. Many oil and gas producers falsely claim they are simply meeting demand rather than accruing fabulous wealth. In … [continued]
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