Ken Silverstein

2 days ago | forbes.com | Ken Silverstein

We must triple our renewable energy use by 2030 to reach our net-zero goals. Emerging technologies are crucial long-term, but we need immediate solutions. Virtual power purchase agreements are an acceptable way to do both. They allow buyers to protect themselves from market price fluctuations while helping project developers improve their revenue prospects. That’s healthy for the green energy economy. Investments in clean technologies fuel business growth and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

1 week ago | forbes.com | Ken Silverstein

Carbon capture is alive and well. A Canadian company is opening a plant this month to manufacture carbon capture filters for commercial-scale projects. This is potentially a huge win for industry, bringing carbon capture closer than ever before. We need to reduce heat-trapping emissions across all sectors to save the planet. Carbon capture allows businesses to continue doing what they do, but with a much smaller footprint.

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Ken Silverstein

On June 28, 2024, Hurricane Beryl began to form, initially sending mixed signals about its path. In the early days, many believed it would strike Mexico’s eastern seaboard. However, the storm took a right turn and headed straight for Houston, Texas. To deal with this, CenterPoint Energy gathered 4,000 utility workers. The storm was so powerful it knocked out power to 2.2 million customers—about 80% of those it serves. Sadly, 73 people died, and the storm caused more than $8 billion in damages.

2 weeks ago | marinij.com | Ken Silverstein

The United States had planned to send a delegation to Greenland, headed by Vice President JD Vance’s wife, Usha. But guess what? Greenland wasn’t having it, saying the visit was too provocative. It’s a pattern. When President Donald Trump talks about buying Greenland, taking over Canada, or getting back the Panama Canal, it makes people think of the “Ugly American” — a reference to when Americans act loudly, self-centered and nationalistically while they travel abroad.

2 weeks ago | washingtonbabylondc.com | Ken Silverstein

Congressman Cory Mills, war hero, as depicted in a drawing made by a highly informed source. This is the fourth and final installment of this investigation into Congressman Cory Mills. You can read Part I here, Part II here, and Part III here. Washington Babylon is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. So, what about Congressman Mills’ Bronze Star for combat service in Iraq during the invasion?