These interactive maps are terrific! Nice work. On the energy map, I realize biomass and waste to energy are considered by many to be “renewable”, but they certainly aren’t zero carbon. Hopefully Maine and other states start excluding these sources from their clean energy goals as solar and wind proliferate. Yes, I know we currently need to mine for the materials to make solar panels and wind turbines, but compared to burning fossil fuels it’s a big win. https://www.sustainabilitybynumbers.com/p/energy-transition-materials
These are beautiful maps! I love how easy they are to understand. You do great work, Sam.
Thank you!
These interactive maps are terrific! Nice work. On the energy map, I realize biomass and waste to energy are considered by many to be “renewable”, but they certainly aren’t zero carbon. Hopefully Maine and other states start excluding these sources from their clean energy goals as solar and wind proliferate. Yes, I know we currently need to mine for the materials to make solar panels and wind turbines, but compared to burning fossil fuels it’s a big win. https://www.sustainabilitybynumbers.com/p/energy-transition-materials
We’ll know the Inflation Reduction Act has succeeded when the time comes I see IRA and think Windfarms and not Car Bombs 😏