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Renewable Energy and Weather

Peter Goble October 8, 2025

A recent email query about renewable power got me thinking about where we produce renewable power and why. The reasons are complicated. However, the weather is critical in determining where…

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Mid-August Colorado drought update: exceptional drought returns to the state for the first time since 2023

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