Bubbles, Writing

Replacement

By 2030 the EU aims to generate 27% of its energy from renewable sources. However, the renewable-energy sector in Europe is heavily reliant on hydrocarbons for the supply of raw materials critical for the development of technology such as solar cells and wind turbines. http://ec.europa.eu/environment/integration/research/newsalert/pdf/chinese_supply_critical_raw_materials_pose_long_term_risks_european_wind_solar_industries_494na1_en.pdf

Bubbles, Uncategorized, Writing

Myth 1

Renewables are renewable using renewable energy Only by doing several (presumably fatal) experiments is it possible to know what will break the back of a camel. Is it doubtful, based on the laws of physics, whether a battery or any other renewable source can be made without a surplus supply of energy. Economics tells us… Continue reading Myth 1

Bubbles

Ammonia

Sure, there are serous doubts about whether you can make enough electricity from capturing diffuse natural energy to power the economy since the ability to capture diffuse natural energy comes from a hydrocarbon source. Hydrocarbons are in fact one of the most efficient natural batteries available and yet we burn them to make batteries that… Continue reading Ammonia