Scott Carlberg
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In the next 15 years, the demand for electricity in the U.S. is expected to increase by 30 to 50%. Data centers are a big part of that. But it's not just industry that will need more power. Commentator Scott Carlberg takes a look at energy use in the U.S. and how we all have a role to play.
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While many Americans embrace renewable energy sources like wind and solar, about 80% of the power generated in the U.S. still comes from fossil fuels. Some are wondering whether there's a role for small nuclear power plants in the state's energy future. Commentator Scott Carlberg shares his thoughts.
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Officials in northeast Kansas are considering a plan to build a large-scale solar farm that would straddle the border of Douglas and Johnson counties. Some are wondering whether agrivoltaics might play a role in the project. So, what is agrivoltaics, anyway?
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KPR is launching an occasional series of essays on energy in Kansas, written by KPR Commentator Scott Carlberg. Kansas is one of the windiest states in America, which is why the focus of our first installment is on wind energy.