Many people believe that within ten years it will not be necessary to own a car. Let’s connect the dots.
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Taos New Mexico 87571
Taos New Mexico is served by the Kit Carson Electric Coop. In 2012, KCEC set a goal to become the “Solar Energy Capitol of the World”. In 2022 KCEC will begin to serve its nearly 30,000 members with 100% locally generate solar power.
Wind Energy
Wind energy compliments solar energy in that it tends to be more productive at night. Currently over 8% of our energy comes from wind.
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Basic EV and Energy Math
Introduction to helpful terminology and concepts on energy and power that will help you understand your future needs.
Weather or Climate?
Weather is the short term result of current atmospheric conditions. Climate change is the result of long term weather patterns.
Satellite Viewing
Many of us have seen satellites fly over, but did you know you can easily figure out where and when to go out and watch the Space Station fly over? Here’s how.
Understanding spatial coordinates.
Using a compass.
Human Impact on Marine Ecosystems
NOAA SoS Explorer Video: Human Impact On Marine Ecosystems
NOAA SoS Explorer- Transportation
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – Science on a Sphere Explorer. These videos are generated from satellite datasets gathered,…
Climate Refugees
Crop failures and natural disasters have already forced over 30 million people to migrate long distances to survive.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Energy Transition Tutor is to help people understand the impending changes and to provide the knowledge…
Alternative Electrics
A review of electric alternatives to conventional cars. Electric Bikes, Trikes, Motorcycles and ATVs.
Biomass
Biomass is the term for the massive amounts of vegetation that grows daily on a worldwide basis. If properly managed it can be a renewable energy source.
Plastic Kills Plankton
Plankton is the primary food source in the oceanic food chain and is being destroyed by plastic pollution.
Introduction
In a balanced ecosystem, the earth both generates and absorbs what we now call “greenhouse gas”. Humans have upset the balance.
Carbon Trading
Carbon trading is a way to pay for the right to pollute. It is a controversial and unproven practice.