Why the Left Is Wrong to Demonize Affordable Energy

In a nutshell, the difference between the solar-powered plane and one running on oil explains why more than 80 percent of the world’s energy needs come from oil, coal, and natural gas.

Nicolas Loris, --May 11, 2016

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Innovation is a wonderful thing but can also serve as a reminder of just how good we have it. Take the journey of the solar-powered plane, for example. The Solar Impulse 2 is an airplane powered by solar panels and uses batteries at night. In promotion of weaning the world off natural resources like oil (a dubious goal), the designers and pilots want to fly around the world using no conventional fuel. While the journey itself is an impressive accomplishment, one can’t help but appreciate the abundance, affordability and reliability of oil. Brad Plumer of Vox compares the solar-powered technology with a traditional plane: Read more...

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