This is the fourth post in our Energy Future Series. The debate about LNG often assumes a single question: If we don’t import gas, what replaces it? But this is the wrong way to think about the problem. Natural gas is not used for a single purpose. It supports multiple parts of the economy, each … Continue reading Pathways for the transition from gas
The New Zealand government’s decision to build a port for gas imports feels designed for a world with a 1999 use-by date. Only those financially invested in preserving the extractive economy of the twentieth century, or those who have swallowed its kool-aid, persist with the fantasy that that world can continue. It is clear that … Continue reading A port for the past — a call to stop the LNG terminal
Nate Hagans continues to publish brilliant videos and blogs based on interviews with impressive thinkers and practitioners. A recent episode with Tom Chi of At One Ventures. Tom has a background in tech innovation and could now be described as a venture capitalist with a mission. We are investing towards a world where humanity is … Continue reading Tom chi: Optimising Life to heal the climate
Transpower, along with Top Energy and Northpower are proposing Northland as the pilot region for renewable energy zones (REZ) in Aotearoa. To enable a REZ, the transmission lines need to be upgraded. This map shows the distribution networks for our lines companies. Note the high capacity 220 kv line between Bream Bay and Auckland. It … Continue reading Renewable Energy Zones
In the words of Mike Taitoko of Calm the Farm "regenerative farming globally is a freight train that has left the station - and is only going one way". It seems like there is growing momentum that will shift farming away from extractive industrial farming. Here are some highlights from the last few months. Regenerative … Continue reading Regenerative farming update
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