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Experts predict big things for green energies.
Solar capacity will double in the next five years, while wind energy will increase to over 400 gigawatts by 2050. To stay on top of the market, you need to keep up with all technical developments, economic news, and policy changes. To stay on top of the market, you will need every support.
This is exactly why we love green energy journalists and bloggers. We are kept up-to-date with all things renewable energy and sustainability through their articles, which include practical tips for homeowners and thoughtful insights about the state of solar around the world.
These are six bloggers that we trust to keep us informed about all things green.
CHLOE FARAND
Farand is a regular contributor to , a well-respected climate science blog. She covers energy politics. Farand dissects the spin around climate change legislation with journalistic rigour. She also talks about current events such as the UN climate talks or global climate activist demonstrations.
SETH LEITMAN
It is the title blog of electric car designer Seth Leitman. Also known as the Green Living Guy. Leitman’s site is a mix of an environmental news page and a lifestyle blog, and it covers issues such as electric cars. He also offers tips and information about climate change. If you enjoy hard-hitting green journalism but sometimes crave lighter fare, follow this site.
ANDREW WINSTON
Andrew Winston, a consultant and TED Talk alumnus, has been writing about the business case of green action for more than ten years on his blog Finding The Gold in Green. Winston writes thoughtful and well-written posts about the economics of sustainability and green energy from a commerce-centric perspective. His speaking skills shine through his writing which is both personal and informative.
YANN BRANDT
Brandt is the Solar Wakeup managing editor. He also hosts its podcast, where he talks with a rotating cast of energy heavyweights. Brandt delved deep into the politics and economics of solar energy, speaking with policy specialists and CEOs and senators. This site is for the true solar geek. He covers regulations and programs in great detail. Solar Wakeup is a must-visit site for anyone involved in the solar industry.
NIKKI FOTHERINGHAM
It can be exhausting to read about climate change or green energy policy. Fotheringham’s humorous blog Greenmoxie is a great way to refresh your environmental palate. Fotheringham covers everything from recycling holiday gifts to tips for residential solar installation. It’s an engaging and easy-to-digest way to discuss household sustainability and individual environmental action. Fotheringham also posts great recipes for sustainable foods!
ALASTAIR DODWELL
Dodwell’s most memorable hits include the Tango (one of the fastest electric cars in the world), which he helped engineer. At the same time, he was a chief operating officer at Commuter Cars, Washington. This experience gave him the confidence to address the constantly changing face of the electric vehicle (EV) industry. He does this weekly on his blog info. Although the focus is firmly on electric vehicles, there’s plenty of content covering climate change, solar power news and other energy topics. You can also take out the latest EV models to test drive digitally in Dodwell’s spec-laden articles.