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India more tolerant of power losses than China would be
Rob Schmitz Aug 1, 2012
Indian electricity bosses are less accountable than their Chinese counterparts even though India is a democracy and China a one-party state.
What India must do to have a modern power grid
Scott Tong Jul 31, 2012
India needs many more generating plants to keep up with exploding demand for electricity, but the distribution system is so corrupt that investors are reluctant to put money in new plants.
To convert to gas or electric?
Scott Tong Jul 20, 2012
A faster-cooking kitchen range is the incentive for one family to switch to natural gas. But if you hope to save money, that's just the start.
Why we need to build a smart grid -- fast
John Moe Apr 12, 2012
A new book details our fragile electrical system. Plus, Shakespeare broken down and 3D chocolate printing.
Space weather has economic impacts on earth
Adriene Hill Jan 24, 2012
Rough space weather is leading some flights to change their course, and experts on the lookout for power outages.
Crowd-sourcing solar energy
Stephanie Hughes Jan 8, 2012
A Maryland solar company is creating small power plants throughout a neighborhood as a means to pool financial resources and valuable roof space.
How to read an EnergyGuide label
Christina Huh Nov 2, 2010
Eve Troeh reported today on TVs made after May 10, 2011 will be required to sport an EnergyGuide label. Below is one example of what one type of...
How can I figure out where my home is using energy? How can I do my own energy audit?
Adriene Hill Sep 21, 2011
Easy Answer: We've made a Do-It-Yourself Energy Audit guide for you (with help from the Department of Energy and Consumer Reports)....
How does my energy use compare to my neighbors'?
Adriene Hill Jul 30, 2010
Easy Answer: Grab some recent power bills and find out....
CFL faux pas from an ecological intelligence expert
Janne K. Flisrand Jul 8, 2009
I just enjoyed the first 45 minutes of a Minnesota Public Radio call-in show. Daniel Goleman is touting his book, "Ecological Intelligence: How...
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