Florida Approves Bill Banning Oil & Gas Operations Near Apalachicola
A plan to drill for oil and gas near Apalachicola, Florida, sparked a drive by local residents and businesses to protect the area.
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Climate Change Is Causing The Florida Real Estate Market To Tumble
I remember after the 2004 Hurricanes Jeanne and Francis how the Florida real estate fell apart. A friend then said we could buy low, but we wouldn’t live long enough to see our investment flourish. Of course, she was wrong, and the Florida real estate market not only rebounded but … [continued]
Top US States for EV Market Share — 13 States with 10%+ EV Share
A couple of months ago, I covered data from the US Department of Energy showing which states had the most EV registrations. Naturally, the leaders were the largest, most populous states. So, that doesn’t show us which states are leading on a per capita basis. A reader, “john smith,” was … [continued]
Solar Power Has Surged in “Trump States” in 2020s
Solar power has had a huge rise around the world in recent years, even accounting for the majority of the world’s new power capacity in 2024. That includes the United States. However, an interesting thing that has happened in the States in the past decade is “red states” have installed … [continued]
The Top 5 States in the USA for Solar Power
Which states in the USA have installed the most solar power? How many solar jobs are there in those states? Which states are leading in residential solar power? How many solar companies are in these leading states? I’m glad you asked, because we now have the answers for you! Thanks … [continued]
The Revisionist View Of The United States, According To Florida’s Newest Senator
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker gave a rousing speech in New Hampshire this week in which he argued that US citizens are demanding urgent action. We must, he said, “fight — EVERYWHERE AND ALL AT ONCE.” He refuses to follow the advice of “do-nothing political types” who are calling for caution … [continued]
Closing The Loop: OnePlanet’s Solar Panel Recycling Facility Scores Major Funding Boost
In a significant move that highlights the importance of sustainability within the solar sector, OnePlanet has secured a substantial financial foundation to build its flagship solar panel recycling facility in Green Cove Springs, Florida. With a freshly closed $7 million seed funding round and an additional $14.5 million in federal … [continued]
Top Locations for Ocean Energy Production Worldwide Revealed
As global electricity demand grows, traditional energy sources are under strain. Oceans, which cover more than 70% of Earth’s surface, offer vast potential for clean energy from renewable resources such as ocean currents and waves. However, marine renewable energy development is still in its early stages compared to wind and … [continued]
Tesla Board Asks Elon Musk to Step Down*
Update: It’s April 2 now, see footnote. It is widely repeated that Winston Churchill once said, “You can always count on Americans to do the right thing — after they’ve tried everything else.” Although it’s not clear if Churchill ever did actually say that, it has become a popular quote … [continued]
Florida Surpasses California In New Solar Installations
Solar power in Florida is growing faster than in any other US state except Texas. But will new policies interrupt that trend?
