Re: E-85

Blackbeard - I think it will have to be a multi-prong attack. First, we have to get away from our drive to have the biggest and fastest, and look for ways to make our habits more fuel-efficient. Car-pooling, combining errands, simple maintenance (like tire pressure, oil change, and tuneups) would make a big change in total fuel consumption.

Energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydro need more development. I live in the San Joaquin valley, and solar is a real possibility here. I have been thinking about putting solar panels on my roof, but the cost is a big barrier. And the best new idea that I have heard in a while is the installation of large underwater turbines in undersea locations that have significant tidal currents, like San Francisco bay.

But in the long run, with existing technology, we have to look for other energy sources. I am of the opinion that the best solution for large scale energy production with existing technology is nuclear, it has the best cost to benefit ratio. I know others will disagree with that, but that is what I think.