Saving the planet from major climate disruption, reducing pollution, and even being better prepared for disasters are all in a day’s work for cleantech. Sounds like a superhero already, doesn’t it? But what if I told you that cleantech could also be helping us protect democracy and human rights? It … [continued]
Much has been made of the battle between Tesla’s direct sales model and the franchise dealer network used by the “legacy” automakers. On the one side are typically well-meaning people who want to see EVs succeed for a variety of reasons, and on the other are typically well-meaning people who … [continued]
Elizabeth Warren wants to break up the tech giants to promote competition which she says will benefit ordinary people. Even some Republicans support her. Will her proposal ever get past the proposal phase?
Originally published on ilsr.org. There are many organizations in the energy space, and ILSR’s climate and energy advocacy overlaps substantially with the many other players who care about a cleaner energy system. But our approach isn’t the same. Rather, our vision is that communities enrich their local economies by being masters of … [continued]
And, oh by the way, hasn’t been for a long time. By Tony Clifford, CEO of Standard Solar Psst…. hey you. Did you hear? Pass it on: Solar isn’t just for hippies anymore. Conservatives are learning to love it, too. Of course, if you’ve been anywhere but hiding under a … [continued]
Originally posted at ilsr.org. Principles, Structure, and Policies of Energy Democracy Energy democracy can best be described as an electricity system that empowers the individuals and communities that have the energy resources of the 21st century (e.g. wind and solar) to economically benefit from their use. It shares the principles … [continued]
A city in the sunny southwest, Tucson is wondering how it can maximize its use of cost-effective, economy-boosting solar power. Is a partnership with the electric utility, as seen in Minneapolis, the answer? ILSR’s Director of Democratic Energy gave this presentation to several audiences on a recent (delightful) visit to … [continued]
By Zana Nesheiwat, Program Associate at Fuel Freedom Foundation When’s the last time you made a long-distance phone call? Do you even notice the difference between local and long-distance charges? Before 1984, only AT&T could sell long-distance telephone service, making a long-distance call to your great aunt cost $3.00 a minute. … [continued]
