In today’s MasterResource, I review the new documentary FrackNation. Here’s an excerpt: The main thing you need to know about FrackNation is that you should watch it. More importantly, given that this blog’s audience is unusually educated about hydraulic fracturing–frac’ing–you should encourage friends and family to watch it. The use of hydraulic fracturing and (less-publicized) horizontal drilling to extract oil …
The Blackout Rally Meets the Light Brigade
The Sierra Club, 350.org, and many other self-proclaimed environmentalist groups are planning a mega–“forward on climate” rally on February 17. To assess whether this is a good thing, you need know only two facts. In all of human history, there have been only three cheap, plentiful, reliable sources of energy: fossil fuel energy, nuclear energy, and hydroelectric energy. (Solar and …
Power Hour: Magdalena Segieda on FrackNation
This week’s Power Hour features an interview with Magdalena Segieda, co-director of the new documentary, FrackNation. Learn… why FrackNation is so important what the “victims” of frac’ing are really like (hint: they know a lot more about it than the attackers) what happened at the FrackNation premiere in NY the truth about Josh Fox (creator of Gasland) what life is …
Yes, in My Backyard: Why Richmond Should Value Its Oil Refinery
[Originally published at MasterResource.] Imagine you live nearby a pharmaceutical factory. Decade after decade, it creates wealth and jobs in your area by producing life-saving products. Then, one day, there is a fire at the factory, damaging a component upon which half the output depends. The company puts out the fire soon as possible so that no nearby residents are …
Power Hour: Steffen Henne on McKibben Debate Breakdown Part 2 of 2
Happy new year! Part 2 of the McKibben debate breakdown is here just in time for 2013. A recap: Alex Epstein and resident researcher Steffen Henne take on Bill McKibben’s “evidence” presented from November’s debate on fossil fuels. Check out part 1 first if you haven’t already. The full debate can also be seen here. Points covered on this episode: …
Power Hour: Steffen Henne on McKibben Debate Breakdown Part 1 of 2
On this episode of Power Hour, Alex Epstein and resident researcher Steffen Henne take on all of the “evidence” Bill McKibben presents in his opening statement from November’s debate on fossil fuels. If you haven’t already seen it, you can watch the full debate here. Points covered on this episode: Connection between fossil fuels and human life Fossil fuels and …
Power Hour: Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein Debate and Commentary
Part 2 of 2
This week’s Power Hour will feature the last half of the Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein debate! If you missed the first half, make sure to listen to episode 34 first. Again, check it out if you missed the debate, or if you simply want to relive the drama! Includes: Information on the Progressive Energy Project; and Debate audio …
Power Hour: Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein Debate and CommentaryPart 1 of 2
This week’s Power Hour will feature audio from the Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein debate! Check it out if you missed the debate, or if you simply want to relive the drama. Get the inside scoop: Alex talks about his thoughts on the debate; and upcoming episodes of Power Hour [audio: http://industrialprogress.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Episode-34-Dr-Dino-Ress-vs-Alex-Epstein-Debate-and-Discussion-Part-1.mp3] Download Episode 34 – Part 1: Dr. …
My Debate With Bill McKibben
Here is the rough-cut video of the event, which took place Monday at Duke University. Thanks to the Program on Values and Ethics in the Marketplace for hosting. Note that Bill McKibben is, right now, on tour promoting the destruction of the fossil fuel industry, the engine of our civilization. The battle has just begun. While McKibben has political correctness …
Power Hour: Dr. Richard Lindzen on Questioning Climate Science
Dr. Richard Lindzen joins the show to talk about perspectives on climate change and the loaded questions surrounding the topic. Read Dr. Lindzen’s article “Climate Science: Is it currently designed to answer questions?” mentioned on the podcast. Alex and Dr. Lindzen cover: Questions about climate “Balance” in nature The goals of environmentalists Much more.. Download Episode 31 with Dr. Richard …