Tag Archives: renewables

Ten Reasons Intermittent Renewables (Wind and Solar PV) are a Problem

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Gail Tverberg

Intermittent renewables–wind and solar photovoltaic panels–have been hailed as an answer to all our energy problems. Certainly, politicians need something to provide hope, especially in countries that are obviously losing their supply of oil, such as the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, … Continue reading →

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Renewables Are Overrated, We Need Cheap Oil – Interview with Gail Tverberg

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Gail Tverberg

This article originally appeared at Oilprice.com. What does our world’s energy future look like? Does renewable energy feature as much in the energy production mix as many hope it will? Will natural gas and fracking help reduce our dependence upon … Continue reading →

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Where do continued high oil prices lead us?

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Gail Tverberg

We know high oil prices have an adverse impact on the economy, often leading to recession. According to Economist James Hamilton, 10 out of 11 of US recessions since World War II have been associated with oil price spikes. But … Continue reading →

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