February 21st, 2013 
Chris DeArmond 
As many of you are probably aware, Tesla Motors and New York Times writer John Broder have been engaged in a heated public battle over the credibility of his damaging review of the Tesla Model S. Broder’s trip up the east coast started out well enough, but eventually left him stranded in Branford, Conn., forcing [...]
February 14th, 2013 Chris DeArmond 
As you’re probably aware, natural gas prices in the United States have plummeted in recent times with the development of hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking.” The controversial, but very effective drilling technique has freed a glut of natural gas from shale rock formations, reducing domestic natural gas prices substantially. Between 2009 and 2011, the wellhead price [...]
February 7th, 2013 Chris DeArmond 
I recently started working with a non-profit that promotes the commercialization of hydrogen and fuel cell technology. Since joining, I’ve learned a lot about fuel cells so I thought I’d touch on a few broad topics, including: a brief overview of fuel cells and hydrogen, how this technology is being used, and why it shouldn’t be dismissed. In short, a [...]
February 1st, 2013 Justin Manger 
Here is the second installment of Chris DeArmond’s answers to questions the 2nd Green Revolution editorial staff asked him about sustainability. This is part of a new feature we are running to bring you information about our writers. 6) When you go shopping….paper, plastic, or cloth? Why? A: I’m really bad about remembering to bring in [...]
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No Comments » January 31st, 2013 Chris DeArmond 
Renewable energy and climate change were emphasized in President Obama’s inauguration speech, but the White House and policy makers will only pass meaningful legislation with voters’ support. Below are a few of the highlights of polling data collected by the Pew Research Center and Pike Research regarding public opinion on climate change and green energy. [...]
January 30th, 2013 Justin Manger Over the next several weeks we’ll be running a new feature to bring you information about our writers. During the course of a week, we will post various trivia and tidbits about the people that bring you news, analysis, and opinion about all that is happening across the wide spectrum of sustainability. The answers to [...]
Posted in 2nd Green, Justin Manger Tags: 2nd Green Revolution, Chris DeArmond, Writers Spotlight No Comments » January 24th, 2013 Chris DeArmond 
Two of the biggest challenges to solar power are cost and efficiency, though scientists at Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, took another small step towards conquering both obstacles. Less than a week ago, an independent laboratory confirmed that Empa surpassed the previous world record (which it also held), for energy [...]
January 17th, 2013 Chris DeArmond 
This probably is not the best forum to talk about 6.2-liter V8 sports cars going green, but bear with me. The Corvette has been with us since 1953, and none is as fast or fuel efficient as the C7 generation unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show last Sunday. Many details have yet to emerge, but [...]
Posted in Business, Transportation Tags: CAFE Standards, Carbon Dioxide, Cars, Chris DeArmond No Comments » January 10th, 2013 Chris DeArmond 
Between federal tax credits, exemption from vehicle excise taxes, HOV lane use, and free parking, hybrids and electric vehicles (EVs) have enjoyed some pretty awesome perks. However, as Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and other cities begin to shelve existing bonuses, consumers are slowly accepting that the glory days are coming to an end.
Posted in 2nd Green, Clean Technology, News, Sustainability, Transportation Tags: Chris DeArmond, Electric Vehicles, Environment, Plug-in Hybrid No Comments » January 3rd, 2013 Chris DeArmond 
As a Florida native, I can’t offer much personal insight into how to best setup your wood-burning stove or fireplace. Luckily, the Environmental Protection Agency can tell you how to burn the right wood, the right way. By following these guidelines, your fires will burn cleaner, hotter, and more efficiently. Before you even start, it’s [...]
