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How can we increase the use of renewable electricity, especially when natural gas is so cheap?

Posted on: November 24th, 2020 by Terrell Smith Juth No Comments

To broaden the use of renewable sources of electricity we need new storage and transmission strategies, more efficient generation, and pricing that covers electricity’s hidden costs.

Are GMO crops safe?

Posted on: November 24th, 2020 by Terrell Smith Juth No Comments

Based on what we know now, yes. Experts reviewed hundreds of research studies and found no persuasive evidence that consuming genetically modified foods has harmful health effects. Nor have scientific studies pointed to any obvious direct environmental problems caused by genetically engineered crops.

What are some effective ways to lessen climate change?

Posted on: November 24th, 2020 by Terrell Smith Juth No Comments

Using energy more efficiently, switching to fuels that produce less (or no) greenhouse gases, and capturing CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions before they enter the atmosphere are all steps toward lessening future climate change.