Some time ago we ran a series of articles on lightweight construction and how it might play in various forms of transport in our energy constrained future.

Recently I was sent two somewhat similar books to review, "Storms of My Grandchildren" by James Hansen and "Thoughts of a Scientist, Citizen, and Grandpa on Climate Change" by Eric P. Grimsrud.

This week I completed my book on residential renewable energy. Our company also secured some second round funding.

Few have made the transition from alternative energy trade journalist to alternative energy equipment manufacturer. I may not be unique but I represent a rare species.

The designated function of this Website of late has been to promote a book I'm writing on residential renewable energy.

I recently ploughed through two lengthy treatises on climate policy authored by Gwyn Prins and Steve Rayner, both academic economists associated with English universities, Oxford and the London School of Economics, respectively. Unlike so much academic writing, these pieces are lively, passionate, and wise.

My other venture is building to a crescendo. We have received funding on our advanced energy storage project and we are filing a new patent.

Two and half years ago when I initiated this journal the universe of alternative fuels was an expanding universe.

One of the more regrettable aspects of the residential renewable energy industry is its conservatism.

The preceding installment of this two part series ended with establishment of the gasoline automobile as a successful consumer durable good in the U.S.