Solar energy can now be stored for up to 18 years, say scientists

The sun’s energy I collect today could be used to power my future grandchildren’s electric toys. According to https://www.euronews.com/green/2022/04/12/solar-energy-can-now-be-stored-for-up-to-18-years-say-scientists Solar-powered electronics are one step...

The 35 Easiest Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

According to Columbia University, there’s easy ways for us to positively impact our children’s’ future. Some are easier than others. Eating less meat costs less, and has been proven to be healthier for you, too. And yes, I may be trying to talk...

Commerce Department Decision Imperils U.S. Clean Energy Progress

Following is a statement by Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), on the U.S. Department of Commerce’s decision: “Contrary to the Biden Administration’s goal of growing clean energy in the U.S., the Department...

How environmentally responsible is Solar?

Here’s a simple, if not generic repsonse from the US Energy Information Administration   Solar energy technologies and power plants do not produce air pollution or greenhouse gases when operating. Using solar energy can have a positive, indirect effect on...

We love STEM in our schools!

The East Granby Middle School has a fantastic robotics program, amazing teachers included. I don’t know if any of you were able to attend, but the 2022 Mountain FIRST Tech Challenges were amazing to watch. Our young people working with tech is very inspiring;...

If our kids are scared, shouldn’t we act?

Recently a new study was published showing an alarming report. A new survey of 10,000 young people in 10 countries finds climate change causing widespread, deeply felt anxiety.Survey respondents feel betrayed by governments that have so far failed to do enough to...
Harnessing the Sun

Harnessing the Sun

You know that crazy star that our world revolves around? The really big one — the sun. That is your own personal nuclear reactor, parked safely 93 million miles away from you. It’s spouting off FREE POWER, and all you gotta do is harness that bad boy. ...