“If you are anti-carbon dioxide and anti-nuclear, you are pro-blackout.” This memorable expression comes from the great energy journalist Robert Bryce. And it is why I call the upcoming “forward on climate” rally “the blackout rally.” As I wrote a few days ago: In all of human history, there have been only three cheap, plentiful, reliable sources of energy: …
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: 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 …
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 …
Energy and the Modern Hospital
The modern hospital is a great industrial achievement. Medical technologies found in hospitals have greatly extended both the quantity and quality of our lives. It is advancements in these technologies that allow medical professionals to replace worn-out joints, to maintain breathing and circulation while a patient’s organs lay exposed during surgery, or to use controlled nuclear radiation to diagnose and …
Power Hour: Mark Mills on the Future of Energy
This week’s Power Hour features Mark Mills, co-author of the influential energy book, “The Bottomless Well”. Alex and Mark discuss his latest article on “Unleashing the North American Energy Colossus: Hydrocarbons Can Fuel Growth and Prosperity”. Topics include: Potential North American growth of coal, oil, and natural gas industries The attack on hydraulic fracturing The future of energy in America …
Power Hour: Marlo Lewis on The War on Coal
On this week’s Power Hour, Marlo Lewis of the Competitive Enterprise Institute breaks down the war against the world’s fastest growing source of energy: coal. Download Episode 17 with Marlo Lewis Subscribe to Power Hour on iTunes