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Sept. 1, 2024

The $800 Million Low Carbon Transportation Materials Program: A Subsidy Leading to Inflation?

(https://www.holcim.us/ecopact)   The Federal Highway Administration recently announced an $800 million initiative through the Low Carbon Transportation Materials Program. This program aims to reimburse road builders for using products that c…

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Aug. 25, 2024

Solar Panels in Great Britain: An Inefficient Investment

(image: Swindon Solar Farm - Science Museum Blog) The new Prime Minister of Great Britain is advocating for a multi-billion-pound investment in solar panels. However, considering the country's unique weather patterns and economic landscape, this ma…

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Aug. 18, 2024

Canada's Potential in Global LNG Export

(Image: Coastal GasLink) Exploring Global Demand and Canada's Role In recent years, the global demand for liquified natural gas (LNG) has surged, making it a key player in the energy sector's future. Countries worldwide are shifting toward cleaner…

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Aug. 11, 2024

Vineyard Wind Project Faces Setback with Broken Blade Incident

The Vineyard Wind project, once hailed as a groundbreaking step towards sustainable energy, has hit a significant snag. On July 13, 2024, one of the blades on a turbine broke, causing debris to spill into the ocean. This incident has led to the inde…

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Aug. 4, 2024

9 Interesting Stats from the 2024 Statistical Review of World Energy

The Statistical Review of World Energy is an authoritative source of global energy data, providing an objective and comprehensive overview of the sector's developments over the previous year. It is a critical document for policymakers, industry lead…

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July 28, 2024

The Economics of Data Centers: A Deep Dive into Costs and Revenues

In the digital age, data centers stand as the backbone of the internet, housing the servers and other infrastructure that keep our digital world running smoothly. However, the financial viability of operating a data center is not normally disclosed.…

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July 21, 2024

The Evolution of Corporate Energy: From Dependency to Self-Sufficiency

In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate operations, the shift towards self-sufficiency in energy production is a topic garnering significant attention. Companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft have traditionally relied on public utilities an…

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July 14, 2024

The Interplay of Urban Heat Islands and Solar Activity in Global Warming

Global warming, a complex and multifaceted issue, has been traditionally attributed to the increase in greenhouse gases due to anthropogenic activities. However, recent peer-reviewed research suggests that the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect and…

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July 7, 2024

Preserving Alaska's Wilderness: The Case Against the Ambler Road Project

The Ambler Road Project, a proposed 211-mile private industrial access road in Alaska, has been a subject of intense debate for decades. While some argue for its potential benefits, the fact that it remains unbuilt is a testament to the complexities…

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June 30, 2024

How the Overturned Chevron Case Impacts the Concrete Industry

The recent decision by the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to overturn the Chevron deference has sent ripples through various industries, including the concrete sector. This landmark ruling, which shifts the power of interpreting ambiguo…

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