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The economic imperative for nuclear power

In an increasingly electricity-hungry world, nuclear power stands out as a cornerstone for sustainable economic growth, particularly for developing economies like South Africa. This article

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California’s net-zero emissions plan is a ‘national security’ risk for America

California’s “Green” and “Net Zero” policymakers that wish to “transition away from fossil fuels” have focused on reducing just the SUPPLY of in-state oil production

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The Trump administration advocates for nuclear power

While we have seen the acceptance and advancement of nuclear power explode in the United States just over the last year or so, the recent

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The greatest oxymoron statement of all time: ‘Renewable Energy’

An oxymoron is a figure of speech where contradictory or opposite words are combined to create a striking or thought-provoking effect. Examples include ‘deafening silence,’

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The uglier side of electric vehicles: disposing of the EV batteries

The recent California fires, which collectively destroyed at least 12,000 structures in the Palisades and Eaton areas, had a higher-than-average number of electric vehicles, officials said. Those fires

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California’s dependence on China energy is a national security risk

California’s growing dependance on refineries in China to meet the humongous demands for transportation fuels to support the demands of the States ‘public and military

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Electrical production needs to be market-driven, not government-directed

United States citizens count on affordable and available electricity production and delivery to their homes and businesses more than any other factor to maintain their

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The amount of money wasted on net-zero green policies worldwide is staggering!

“Green” and “net-zero” policymakers mistakenly believe that wind and solar renewable energy will replace fossil fuel energy! Reality check: Renewables and fossil fuels serve different

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Intermittent electricity from renewables cannot support AI and data centers

Before the 1800s, much farm work, transportation, heating, and home chores were done with muscle power and wood burning. As coal, petroleum, natural gas, and

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How its policies are hurting California and are now a US national security risk

The Net-Zero emission policies within California, and their lack of comprehension of “supply AND demand,” and the subsequent over regulations, mandates, and taxes just on

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For more than six decades, Ronald Stein, P.E. has worked at the intersection of engineering, infrastructure, energy and public education, bringing decades of practical industry experience to today’s most important energy conversations.

As Founder of PTS Advance, author and columnist, Ronald is passionate about improving energy literacy and helping leaders, educators and the public better understand the systems that power modern society. Through his writing, speaking and research, he provides fact-based perspectives on energy, infrastructure and the resources that support transportation, industry, economic growth and everyday life.

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