In Country’s Center, A Gale of Clean Energy Opportunity

One of the most noticeable features on Newton, Iowa’s Web site is a map of the Newton Union Cemetery. For a time over the last two years, the map seemed a fitting metaphor for the town of 16,000, which lies 35 miles east of Des Moines. Read more

Apollo Feedback: How ‘Bout These Ideas On Energy?

Apollo nation suggests how to solve energy woes

The Apollo nation is informed about energy. That’s for sure. In response to our question last week, asking what people would do about energy if they were president, we received dozens of proposed fixes. Policy. Practice. Information. Advocacy. Common sense. And, of course, some useful URLs. Take a look. Read more

Apollo Feedback: After the Senate Climate Debate, Ideas Keep Coming

No end to thoughts on clean energy solutions

Though the Senate debate on climate change ended abruptly last week, it prompted considerable discussion in the Apollo nation. From ideas about high-speed rail and new high mileage vehicles, to proposals about energy efficiency and conservation, we’re clearly ready for changing how America uses energy. A lot of Americans are thinking about this. Here’s what they told us in the last week: Read more

Apollo Feedback: On Energy, Candidates Not Alike, Says Apollo Nation

Wind turbine blades await installation on a German-built windmill under construction outside McBain, Michigan. The developer asserts that if he receives 11 cents a kilowatt/hour for the power generated by the turbine, just a penny or so more than the current cost of electricity in the state, the project will be a financial success. Credit Gary Howe Read more