History of Electricity - IER
WEBThis web page covers the history of electricity from ancient times to modern days, but does not mention how low voltage electricity helped discover the different properties of electricity. It focuses on the inventions, applications, and industries of …
The Institute for Energy Research
WEB3 days ago · IER is a not-for-profit organization that conducts research and analysis on the functions, operations, and government regulation of global energy markets. It covers topics such as natural gas, nuclear, renewable, and fossil fuels, and their impact on energy security and policy.
The United States Was Energy Independent in 2019 for the First …
WEBMay 11, 2020 · The Institute for Energy Research reports that the U.S. achieved energy independence in 2019 for the first time since 1957, thanks to record highs in oil and gas production. Fossil fuels still accounted for 80 percent of both production and consumption, while renewable energy's share remained low.
The Environmental Impact of Lithium Batteries - IER
WEBNov 12, 2020 · Lithium batteries are used in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, but their production and disposal cause environmental problems such as water pollution, soil contamination and fires. Learn about the challenges and solutions of lithium extraction, processing and recycling, and how China dominates the market.
Robert L. Bradley, Jr., Author at IER
WEBRobert L. Bradley Jr. is the founder of the Institute for Energy Research, a think tank that advocates for free market and classical liberal perspectives on energy and environmental issues. He is also a prolific author, speaker, and expert on the history and regulation of energy markets.
Climate Alarm: Failed Prognostications - IER
WEBJun 22, 2018 · New York Times, June 24, 1988. It has been 30 years since the alarm bell was sounded for manmade global warming caused by modern industrial society. And predictions made on that day—and ever since—continue to be falsified in the real world. The predictions made by climate scientist James Hansen and Michael Oppenheimer back in …
About - IER
WEBIER is a non-profit organization that conducts research and analysis on global energy markets and regulation. It advocates for free markets, objective science, and efficient outcomes in energy and environmental policy.
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve: History and Uses - IER
WEBSep 20, 2019 · The Strategic Petroleum Reserve was started in 1975 after oil supplies were interrupted during the 1973–1974 oil embargo to mitigate future supply disruptions, providing a cushion against unexpected price spikes. It has a capacity of 727 million barrels, but as of September 6, 2019, the oil reserves totaled 644.8 million barrels.
An Overview of Federal Government Support for Electric Vehicles
WEBJul 27, 2023 · The Institute for Energy Research (IER) criticizes the Biden administration's policies to promote electric vehicles (EVs) as ineffective, costly, and harmful. It argues that EVs face many challenges, such as range, reliability, price, charging infrastructure, battery issues, and national security risks.
Cost of Transitioning to 100-Percent Renewable Energy - IER
WEBJul 15, 2019 · The web page estimates the cost of transitioning to 100-percent renewable energy in the U.S. by 2030, based on two studies. It argues that such a transition is not realistic and would require trillions of dollars, massive battery storage, and no …