Electricity’s Future, Part III: Microgrid
"Microgrids" promise a world in which homeowners store excess energy from the day, using it later at night, without buying electricity from a utility.
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Notes From Underground
Seven becomes the (un)lucky number of underground explorations.
Shrinking Generation
As the energy landscape shifts from larger to smaller networks of production, so do the definitions of power producers and consumers.
Long Sorry Short
In a land known for its bold writers and artists, Israeli scribe Etgar Keret stands apart as an author unafraid of regret.
Devout Unbelief, Part 4
In his final post on losing his religion, author Firmage asserts that religion, at its best, is truth that transcends history.
Devout Unbelief, Part 3
In his third post on religious unbelief, author Firmage explores how the accomplishments of religious figures resonate beyond matters of mere faith.
Devout Unbelief, Part 2
In this second installment on the personal loss of religious faith, author Firmage explores the connection between religious belief and creative genius.
Devout Unbelief, Part 1
A former Mormon tells of losing his religion through the very text most members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hold dear.
Electricity’s Future, Part 1: The Grid
Our nation's electric grid system remains much the same as when it was first invented and installed, 140 years ago. That many soon change.
Growing Greener Grass
When it comes to measuring our "carbon footprint," most of us think of our cars and coal-burning plants. It's time we also thought of our landscaping.