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Thomas Manuel Ortiz
Energy engineer, author, and independent researcher with about 30 years of experience across conventional and renewable energy sectors; author of Why We Struggle to Go Green and the Substack newsletter Resource Realism.
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Thomas Manuel Ortiz, "Why We Struggle to Go Green: Hard Truths about the Clean Energy Transition" (Texas A&M Press, 2025)
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Thomas Manuel Ortiz, an energy engineer with three decades in the field, discusses sobering truths about the clean energy transition. He argues that no single solution will alleviate climate change, emphasizing the necessity of adhering to planetary limits. Ortiz breaks down energy density and critiques the reliance on solar and wind. He advocates for nuclear energy while cautioning against the hype of AI's role in the transition. Ultimately, he calls for a cultural shift towards reduced consumption and realistic policy choices to mitigate our environmental impact.
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