Jack Shapiro
@jackashapiro.bsky.social
Climate & Clean Energy... and other stuff. Maine, USA.
More like Chris Wrong amirite? www.eenews.net/articles/wri...
Wright says it’s not windy in winter. Data says otherwise.
Stats from South Fork Wind's first year undermine the Energy secretary's assertions that offshore turbines don't operate well in the winter.
www.eenews.net
October 6, 2025 at 6:30 PM
More like Chris Wrong amirite? www.eenews.net/articles/wri...
Fossil fuels are expensive actually. www.pressherald.com/2025/06/19/c...
Changes to energy tax credits could raise Maine’s electricity costs by 20%
Congress is weighing the early termination of handful of tax credits related to installing solar panels, shifting to electric vehicles and building more energy efficient homes.
www.pressherald.com
June 20, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Fossil fuels are expensive actually. www.pressherald.com/2025/06/19/c...
I have an idea: What if Billionaires got a ride to Mars instead of tax cuts?
May 22, 2025 at 7:46 PM
I have an idea: What if Billionaires got a ride to Mars instead of tax cuts?
This tracks with our Maine-specific data that EV drivers are highly satisfied and would recommend an EV to friends or family. Saves on gas and a better driving experience. www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...
Chart: US EV sales are off to a solid start this year
Nearly 300,000 new electric vehicles were sold in the U.S. through March, up 11% from the start of last year. But the road ahead is bumpy and hard to…
www.canarymedia.com
April 18, 2025 at 4:11 PM
This tracks with our Maine-specific data that EV drivers are highly satisfied and would recommend an EV to friends or family. Saves on gas and a better driving experience. www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...
There are several gigawatts of offshore wind ready for construction in New England...
New England grid operator tells Congress offshore wind critical to future power reliability mainemorningstar.com/briefs/new-e...
New England grid operator tells Congress offshore wind critical to future power reliability mainemorningstar.com/briefs/new-e...
New England grid operator tells Congress offshore wind critical to future power reliability • Maine Morning Star
The head of New England’s energy grid will underscore the importance of offshore wind for the future of the region’s power supply during a congressional subcommittee hearing on Tuesday, emphasizing th...
mainemorningstar.com
March 26, 2025 at 2:07 PM
There are several gigawatts of offshore wind ready for construction in New England...
New England grid operator tells Congress offshore wind critical to future power reliability mainemorningstar.com/briefs/new-e...
New England grid operator tells Congress offshore wind critical to future power reliability mainemorningstar.com/briefs/new-e...
I am an advocate and I often say this because it is a true statement. www.canarymedia.com/articles/uti...
Cutting clean energy won't lower New England utility bills, advocates…
From Maine to Massachusetts, state officials are targeting clean energy programs as a way to reduce costs for ratepayers. Advocates say it's shortsighted.
www.canarymedia.com
March 21, 2025 at 5:44 PM
I am an advocate and I often say this because it is a true statement. www.canarymedia.com/articles/uti...
if they cut NOAA you wont get any warning when theres a natural disaster coming but at least if they cut FEMA then nobody will come to help after either
March 17, 2025 at 9:41 PM
if they cut NOAA you wont get any warning when theres a natural disaster coming but at least if they cut FEMA then nobody will come to help after either
IDK who needs to hear this, but cutting the EPA budget by 65% is disastrous. We know what air and water quality was like before clean air, clean water, and public health standards were enforced. Sewage and toxic foam in the rivers. Soot and neurotoxins in the sky. Let's not go back.
March 13, 2025 at 3:14 PM
IDK who needs to hear this, but cutting the EPA budget by 65% is disastrous. We know what air and water quality was like before clean air, clean water, and public health standards were enforced. Sewage and toxic foam in the rivers. Soot and neurotoxins in the sky. Let's not go back.
That's because, say it with me:
"High energy costs come from our dependence on fossil fuels."
www.pressherald.com/2025/02/21/c...
"High energy costs come from our dependence on fossil fuels."
www.pressherald.com/2025/02/21/c...
Cutting clean energy tax credits would drive up Maine power bills
Eliminating tax credits could lead to a loss of $22 billion a year in clean power investment in the U.S. In Maine, the loss would be $100 million annually, according to a report.
www.pressherald.com
February 24, 2025 at 7:24 PM
That's because, say it with me:
"High energy costs come from our dependence on fossil fuels."
www.pressherald.com/2025/02/21/c...
"High energy costs come from our dependence on fossil fuels."
www.pressherald.com/2025/02/21/c...
New research confirms that repealing federal clean energy policies would be terrible for Maine’s economy. Taking away the tech-neutral investment and production tax credits from the IRA would cause: Electricity prices rising by $15/month, nearly a billion dollars in investment lost,... (1/2)
February 11, 2025 at 10:20 AM
New research confirms that repealing federal clean energy policies would be terrible for Maine’s economy. Taking away the tech-neutral investment and production tax credits from the IRA would cause: Electricity prices rising by $15/month, nearly a billion dollars in investment lost,... (1/2)
You know where this funding is going in Maine? Mostly to rural corridors and communities so more Mainers can benefit from EVs. Remember, fuel is a huge cost burden and EVs cost much less to drive, especially for rural drivers who cover more miles.
www.canarymedia.com/articles/ev-...
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Trump wants to end the $7.5B bipartisan EV charger buildout. Can he?
The new administration has targeted federal EV charging grants that are helping build chargers on highways and in "charging deserts" in red and blue…
www.canarymedia.com
January 30, 2025 at 7:11 PM
You know where this funding is going in Maine? Mostly to rural corridors and communities so more Mainers can benefit from EVs. Remember, fuel is a huge cost burden and EVs cost much less to drive, especially for rural drivers who cover more miles.
www.canarymedia.com/articles/ev-...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/ev-...
Important polar bear update: www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
Polar bear fur could hold the secret to replacing ‘forever chemicals’
In a new study, scientists solve a mystery hiding in polar bear fur. The answer might help us all.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 30, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Important polar bear update: www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
Myatt doesn’t see how any agency like his could last more than a couple of months. Construction activity on any public housing projects across Maine will need to stop without the federal funding, he said, and agencies will be unable to pay any bills.
www.bangordailynews.com/2025/01/28/b...
www.bangordailynews.com/2025/01/28/b...
Maine housing authorities can’t access funds after Trump’s federal grants freeze
Construction activity on any public housing projects across Maine will need to stop without the federal funding.
www.bangordailynews.com
January 28, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Myatt doesn’t see how any agency like his could last more than a couple of months. Construction activity on any public housing projects across Maine will need to stop without the federal funding, he said, and agencies will be unable to pay any bills.
www.bangordailynews.com/2025/01/28/b...
www.bangordailynews.com/2025/01/28/b...
Science is cool. cosmosmagazine.com/space/astron...
Most of Earth's meteorites come from a few asteroid break ups
The Earth has been constantly hit by meteorites in its long life time, but scientists only now working out where they came from have found surprising results.
cosmosmagazine.com
January 16, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Science is cool. cosmosmagazine.com/space/astron...
This article is a good reminder that #EV cold weather performance is good and getting better. A couple of key points:
insideclimatenews.org/news/0401202...
insideclimatenews.org/news/0401202...
Improvements to Electric Vehicles Ease Concerns About Range Loss in Cold Climates - Inside Climate News
Features like heat pumps, which prevent significant drops in range, are now standard on newer models.
insideclimatenews.org
January 6, 2025 at 2:55 PM
This article is a good reminder that #EV cold weather performance is good and getting better. A couple of key points:
insideclimatenews.org/news/0401202...
insideclimatenews.org/news/0401202...
Hybrid and electric vehicle sales are up this year: www.utilitydive.com/news/us-elec...
EVs leap to almost 9% of US light duty vehicle sales in Q3: EIA
Hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles combined were 21.2% of new-vehicle sales in the quarter, EIA said.
www.utilitydive.com
December 20, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Hybrid and electric vehicle sales are up this year: www.utilitydive.com/news/us-elec...
Lower battery costs will support faster EV adoption, higher renewable energy generation levels, greater demand/load flexibility, and more. The economic logic of clean energy isn't changing heading into 2025...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/bat...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/bat...
Chart: Lithium-ion battery prices fall yet again
Batteries got 20% cheaper this year, a continuation of the steady cost declines that have enabled battery adoption to take off in recent years.
www.canarymedia.com
December 20, 2024 at 2:44 PM
Lower battery costs will support faster EV adoption, higher renewable energy generation levels, greater demand/load flexibility, and more. The economic logic of clean energy isn't changing heading into 2025...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/bat...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/bat...
"The best way to face our challenges is by working together on a foundation of honest, open dialogue founded in science and our love of Maine’s environment. We know we can... if we turn toward each other and avoid the temptation to focus on our differences."
www.pressherald.com/2024/12/01/o...
www.pressherald.com/2024/12/01/o...
Opinion: Maine’s environmental track record must be maintained
The challenges ahead will require us to stand up against polluters and neglect. Luckily, Maine is good at that.
www.pressherald.com
December 2, 2024 at 6:36 PM
"The best way to face our challenges is by working together on a foundation of honest, open dialogue founded in science and our love of Maine’s environment. We know we can... if we turn toward each other and avoid the temptation to focus on our differences."
www.pressherald.com/2024/12/01/o...
www.pressherald.com/2024/12/01/o...
All the more reason for us to switch to locally made clean energy here in Maine. wgme.com/news/local/p...
Potential tariffs on Canadian exports could greatly affect Mainers
President-elect Donald Trump is threatening to launch a trade war against China and our two closest neighbors, Canada and Mexico.
wgme.com
November 29, 2024 at 7:01 PM
All the more reason for us to switch to locally made clean energy here in Maine. wgme.com/news/local/p...