Wyoming’s Republican governor is calling this a “first-of-its-kind project.” Full story. Clean Energy On Monday, June 10th, Bill Gates was present in Kemmerer, Wyoming to break ground on a new sodium-cooled nuclear reactor. The co-founder of Microsoft is also the chairman of TerraPower, the start-up company in charge of the project. This new nuclear reactor is meant to be smaller, …
California’s Renewable Overload Threatens 100% Clean Energy
Ironically, the state’s overload of renewable energy (and a decrease in solar panel installations) is now dampening its chances of achieving 100% clean energy by 2045. Most Rooftop Solar Panels in the US California is the king of rooftop installations, with the state boasting over 1.8 million houses, businesses, and other locations having solar panels – all part of its …
Wake-Up America: 20 Ways China Is Tackling Climate Change More Than the USA
The race against climate change is on, and China is lapping the U.S. in the quest for a greener future.China is aggressively tackling its carbon footprint, while the U.S. remains stuck in neutral. Are we ready to admit that we might be the ones falling behind? 1. Expanding Renewable Energy China plans to increase its solar and wind power generation …
Spreading It Thin: Bill Gates Ventures Into Butter Made From Thin Air
Bill Gates is teaming up with a startup to bring a wild new form of butter to your home. Here are the details. From Thin Air to Toast Bill Gates is at it again, and this time he’s putting his weight behind a California startup that claims to be able to make butter from thin air. No cows involved, just …
Wise Up: 25 Things America Wastes in Our ‘Throwaway’ Culture
What’s our excuse for being so wasteful? Our pioneering and immigrant ancestors would be ashamed. Here are 25 things we waste in our throwaway culture. America, it’s time to wise up and change our ways. 1. Food We throw away nearly 40% of the food we produce—about $165 billion worth annually. Perfectly good food ends up in the trash while …
Four Recalls and Counting: Tesla’s Cybertruck Struggles With Persistent Defects
Cybertruck owners may be throwing up their hands in frustration after Tesla’s controversial electric pickup truck has been recalled for the fourth time. Fourth Recall for the Cybertruck Tesla has issued a recall of its hyper-futuristic Cybertruck for the fourth time since its release on November 13, due to problems with the exterior trim and windshield wiper. Nearly 12,000 Recalled …
Bill Gates Breaks Ground on Revolutionary Nuclear Reactor in Wyoming
Wyoming’s Republican governor is calling this a “first-of-its-kind project.” Full story. Clean Energy On Monday, June 10th, Bill Gates was present in Kemmerer, Wyoming to break ground on a new sodium-cooled nuclear reactor. The co-founder of Microsoft is also the chairman of TerraPower, the start-up company in charge of the project. This new nuclear reactor is meant to be smaller, …
Catastrophic Care Costs Crippling Boomers and Gen X, And They Are Still Rising
In the midst of a soaring economy, long-term care costs for seniors continue rising. Laws are ensuring that Baby boomers and Gen X are forced to pick up the tab. Here’s how it could affect Americans. Growing Worry There’s a growing worry that scarecrow laws regarding long-term health care can also influence middle-aged Americans. Overwhelming Aging Population According to America’s …
The 22 States Dominating America’s Renewable Energy Workforce
Ready for a career that helps the planet? The renewable energy sector is booming across the U.S., offering diverse and growing job opportunities. Here’s a look at the top 22 states leading the way, with specifics on job types and industry growth. #1. California California leads the U.S. in renewable energy jobs, especially in solar and wind. The state boasts …
Nebraska Secures $62 Million to Energize Solar Industry
A government initiative has granted a Nebraska non-profit $62 million to boost the solar power industry in the state. Solar Power Grant The clean energy industry in Nebraska looks to be on the brink of a new era thanks to a $62 million federal grant given to a nonprofit group based in the state. Center for Rural Affairs Rewarded On …