Michaela Atkinson 
Breaking down the cost of a commercial wind turbine reveals financial complexity hidden behind the rotating blades. Clarity on every dollar spent helps developers, investors, and policy makers make better decisions. Knowing the full lifecycle cost is crucial for budgeting, risk analysis, and long-term planning. Skipping critical elements like installation, insurance, and end-of-life costs can … Read more
Industrial manufacturing is at the core of global economic growth, but it also generates significant material waste. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), industrial waste accounts for nearly 7.6 billion tons annually in the U.S. alone. Material waste not only impacts the environment but also leads to higher operational costs, inefficiencies, and lost … Read more
A Level 2 EV charger is what makes driving an electric vehicle genuinely convenient. It’s fast enough to charge most EVs overnight, simple enough for home use, and common enough to be the backbone of the public charging network in the United States. If you drive daily and want your car ready in the morning … Read more
You don’t need to be a gearhead or a climate activist to care about driving something better for the planet. Maybe it’s the rising gas prices, maybe it’s the daily reminder that wild weather is the new normal. Either way, more people are looking for vehicles that won’t guzzle fuel or choke the air – … Read more
To accurately measure greenhouse gases (GHGs) in the field, scientists primarily rely on four categories of tools: nondispersive infrared (NDIR) spectroscopy, cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS), flux-based instruments like eddy covariance towers and flux chambers, and remote sensing platforms including satellites and drones. Each method leverages the unique way GHG molecules absorb specific wavelengths of infrared … Read more
Tesla Powerwall pricing has sparked ongoing discussion since its debut, with reported costs fluctuating significantly. By November 2021, around 250,000 units had been installed globally, spanning countries such as the United States and Australia. So why does the cost remain unclear? With widespread use, one might expect a consistent ballpark figure by now. One contributing … Read more
Climate change is reshaping the risk landscape for cities across the United States. Rising seas, stronger storms, extreme heat, prolonged droughts, rampant wildfires, and intense flooding are increasingly testing the resilience of urban areas. While no place is entirely immune to climate impacts, some cities are far better positioned to withstand these challenges than others … Read more
As the climate crisis accelerates, strategies to reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) are urgently needed. While technologies like carbon capture and storage (CCS) gain attention, an often overlooked but powerful ally lies beneath our feet: healthy, carbon-rich soil. Soil carbon refers to carbon present in organic and inorganic forms in the soil. The majority exists … Read more
Climate change is not a distant threat—it’s happening now, accelerating in ways many once thought would take centuries. A critical piece of this puzzle revolves around carbon sinks—natural systems that capture and store carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the atmosphere. These sinks have acted as buffers against the worst effects of human-induced emissions. However, emerging evidence … Read more
Electric motorcycles continue gaining momentum as practical, eco-conscious alternatives to gas-powered two-wheelers. Price drops, battery innovations, and urban mobility needs push more riders toward zero-emission options. As fuel costs soar and emissions regulations tighten, demand for affordable electric commuting solutions rises. Riders seek affordable electric motorcycles that deliver solid performance and convenience without breaking the … Read more