The End of Cheap Oil & Gas – Kenneth E. Boulding

In 1859 the human race discovered a huge treasure chest in its basement. This was oil and gas, a fantastically cheap and easily available source of energy.

Burn The Oil – The Deepwater Horizon Disaster Gets Deeper

The Deepwater Horizon disaster is still going on as authorities and BP can’t decide the best way to stop the mess from getting worse. But burning the oil will at least let them catch up?

The Last Lecture and Energy Dreams

I know this is off topic. But after seeing a preview of Diane Sawyer’s “The Last Lecture: A Love Story for Your Life” that will air tonight on ABC Wednesday, April 9th, 10pm/9 CST, I couldn’t not respond to it. It hits home, very close to home. I lost my father to what most likely [...]

Aruba and Green Power

My wife and I returned from a much needed trip to Aruba a few weeks ago. It was where we spent our honeymoon 5 years ago and it took some saving to get back. And, of course, thanks to her parents and their timeshare. Being that we’re all energy conscious, one of the most notable [...]