B5 Grand Cherokee
I just saw a news report on biodiesel.org that Jeep will be fueling their new Grand Cherokee CRD with B5 at the factory. Has Dr. Z been reading my “Why I Bought a Jeep” article?
View ArticleGreen Energy Stock Challenge
It’s official; I’m not the “Ultimate green tech investor.” That’s according to www.GreenTechInvestor.com, who ran a fantasy stock trading game from mid June to mid August this year. I participated,...
View ArticleInvesting in renewable Energy workshop, Oct 17
I’ll be teaching a workshop on “Investing in Renewable Energy”on Tuesday, October 17, from 6 to 8 pm, at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory Visitor’s Center in Golden (pictured). This will be...
View ArticleTilting at Wind Turbines
I’ll be testifying for Ratepayers United Colorado in the upcoming hearing starting Thursday on the Settlement Agreement reached between Xcel, regulators, and consumer advocates (representing large...
View ArticleDown at the Public Utilities Commission
I just testified on Friday in the Colorado Public Utilities Commission rate case for Xcel Energy. The case has been going on since April, and is in its last stages. I only recently got involved (Who...
View ArticleNet Zero Electricity for less than $700
A few months ago, I wrote a blog comparing the number of negawatts you could produce by giving away Compact fluorescent Light bulbs (CFLs) to the amount of electricity you can produce with a rooftop...
View ArticleFive minutes with Xcel’s Dick Kelley
Dick Kelley, the President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board of Xcel Energy spoke to the board and invited guests of Western Resource Advocates last Friday. I was invited as a supporter of WRA. His...
View ArticleHedging Your Peak Oil Risk
In today’s issue of Peak Oil Review, I wrote a commentary on how to use the financial markets to hedge your peak oil risks. These risks include not only the cost of energy, but possible job or income...
View ArticleBiodiesel vacation
What do Willie Nelson, An evangelical with poor grammar in Wichita, a sustainable-everything store in Austin, and a pump and drilling supply company in Golden CO have in common? They all sold me...
View ArticleWhere I find my Alpha
This week and next I’m taking a break from my usual analysis of some aspect of renewable energy. I’ve been studying hard for the second Chartered Financial Analyst® exam, and it has gotten me thinking...
View ArticleCFA Level II Exam results: Two down, one to go
I passed the June 2007 Level II Chartered Financial Analyst Exam. As I said after I took it, this does not come as a surprise, but it’s nice not to have to wait any longer to find out. (it’s been 2 1/2...
View ArticleInvesting In Cleantech 101: October 23, Denver CO
I am helping to organize a workshop on investing in Cleantech companies targeted at private equity investors, in conjunction with the Denver Chapter of the Keiretsu Forum. Click here for information...
View ArticleWealthtrack showtime moved
A heads-up for my Denver area readers… KDBI 12, the local PBS station has moved the Wealthtrack Episode on which I will appear to 2:30 AM Monday morning. If you have set your VCR, re-set it. Sorry for...
View ArticleAnother Reason to Drive a Hybrid: Never Replace Your Brake Pads
I took my 2002 Prius in to the shop today to have the brakes looked at because they were squeaking when I back up. It has 78,000 miles on it, and I’ve never changed the brake pads: most of the braking...
View ArticleGreener Money in Smart Energy Living
5/24/10 note: If you’re looking for GreenerMoney.com: I have no idea where it is. However, I have written a series of free articles intended for people interested in green investing. You can find it...
View ArticleB5 Grand Cherokee
I just saw a news report on biodiesel.org that Jeep will be fueling their new Grand Cherokee CRD with B5 at the factory. Has Dr. Z been reading my “Why I Bought a Jeep” article?
View ArticleGreen Energy Stock Challenge
It’s official; I’m not the “Ultimate green tech investor.” That’s according to www.GreenTechInvestor.com, who ran a fantasy stock trading game from mid June to mid August this year. I participated,...
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