by Brook Lang Seattle | Dec 2, 2025 | Brook Lang Seattle, Climate change, Technology
For decades, energy systems have operated under a centralized model: large power plants generate electricity, and utilities distribute it to consumers. But as renewable energy adoption accelerates, a new model is emerging—one where consumers can generate, store, and...
by Brook Lang Seattle | Aug 21, 2025 | Brook Lang Seattle, Climate change, Technology
As cities grow denser and energy demands rise, the need for innovative, sustainable power solutions has never been greater. Urban wind turbines are emerging as a bold response, transforming city skylines while reducing reliance on centralized grids. By harnessing the...
by Brook Lang Seattle | May 9, 2025 | Brook Lang Seattle, Climate change, Technology
As the world races to meet growing energy demands while reducing carbon emissions, wind power continues to play a crucial role in the global shift toward renewables. While onshore and fixed-bottom offshore wind farms have been successful in many regions, their...
by Brook Lang Seattle | Jan 9, 2025 | Brook Lang Seattle, Climate change, Technology
Urban-Air-Mobility (UAM) is rapidly emerging as a transformative solution to urban congestion, and electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) vehicles are at the forefront of this revolution. By combining advanced aerodynamics, electric propulsion systems, and...
by Brook Lang Seattle | Sep 24, 2024 | Brook Lang Seattle, Climate change, Technology
Recently, US scientists announced a breakthrough discovery that fusion energy can utilize sunlight to generate carbon-free electricity, which can help the world fight global warming. What is fusion energy, and how can it mitigate the effects of climate change? Here is...
by Brook Lang Seattle | Mar 19, 2024 | Brook Lang Seattle, Tech, Technology
The rapid advancement of technology, particularly automation and artificial intelligence (AI), has raised concerns about job displacement and the potential theft of employment opportunities. However, the relationship between technology and jobs is complex, and the...