Energy

Cryptocurrency: the Good, the Bad, and the Light at the End of the Tunnel

Cryptocurrency: the Good, the Bad, and the Light at the End of the Tunnel

Cryptocurrency has taken the world by storm lately, and everyone wants in on the action. 2L staffer, Leen Heresh, analyzes this new phenomenon. Heresh points out that although there are many benefits to Cryptocurrency, it is hurting our environment due to the enormous energy consumption required for Cryptocurrency to function. However, Heresh believes that not all hope is lost and offers some solutions to help this increasing problem.

Caution: High Voltage – Federal Versus State Authority Concerning the Siting of High Voltage Transmission Lines

Caution: High Voltage – Federal Versus State Authority Concerning the Siting of High Voltage Transmission Lines

Making sure the United States is producing enough energy is a pressing issue as seen throughout the Biden Administration. With the Senate’s passing of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, more authority will be delegated to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in approval of electric transmission lines and facilities. 2L staffer, Grace Brock discusses the pros and cons of this act while bringing in issues of eminent domain and administrative law.

NFTs & Energy

NFTs & Energy

NFTs are non-fungible token that many investors are extremely interested in investing and trading across the internet. Sadly though, NFTs rely largely on energy consumption where one command leaves the carbon footprint of watching Youtube for over a year. See what our recent alum, Fletcher Lyon, has to say about this and what he suggests to solve it!

PG&E Wildfire Response: Should the Company Invest in Undergrounding to Prevent Future Liability?

PG&E Wildfire Response: Should the Company Invest in Undergrounding to Prevent Future Liability?

California wildfires have become a deadly summertime norm in recent years. In this piece, 2L staffer Rachel Bierman explores the underlying cause of these wildfires, offers solutions, and ultimately holds PG&E responsible for its role in this widespread catastrophe.