Green Junction Lithium is one of nature’s smallest elements and the 33rd most abundant element in the Earth’s crust. In 1970, the United States joined other countries in approving lithium compounds (mostly as lithium carbonate) in the treatment of depression and bipolar disorder. Lithium is now a necessary part of our advanced technology world. Lithium... Continue Reading →
The enormous amount of energy and resources required by data centers for AI. By Julie Peller Ph.D.
Green Junction Over the past few years, the “AI movement” has become an integral part of our lives. AI pops up in internet searches, online meetings and numerous other online circumstances, often without our permission. The enormous amount of energy and resources required by data centers for AI has prompted community protests by residents in... Continue Reading →
2 billion tons and counting as long as coal continues to be used as fuel…Have you wondered what it means to your health? By Julie Peller Ph.D.
Green Junction Damage caused by fossil fuels tends to focus on climate change outcomes, for good reason, and occasionally on massive disasters, such as the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill in 2010. Coal waste, mostly known as coal ash, is another untenable outcome of the world’s reliance on fossil fuels. Coal is a massive mixture of... Continue Reading →
Green Junction and the Sun. By Julie Peller Ph.D.
Modern solar energy uses materials that convert sunlight to electricity or heat. The first solar cell, credited to Charles Fritts in 1883, provided a 1-2% sun-to-energy conversion efficiency. After years of research on improved materials and designs (especially the last 30 years), the current silicon-based solar cells offer up to 22% efficiency, and more complex... Continue Reading →
Green Junction Thoughts by Julie Peller Ph.D. ~ Happy New Year
Green Junction As the 2024 year comes to a close, I can’t help but feel fortunate for the numerous wonderful people in my life. Through my work investigating environmental contamination and looking for ways to educate and address these serious problems, I have come to know so many incredible people. I believe those who desire... Continue Reading →
Fixing the Climate requires you and me! by Julie Peller Ph.D.
Green Junction As the 3rd most populated nation, the United States represents 4.2% of the world’s population and consumes 16% of the world’s energy, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). In comparison, the European Union is 6% of the world’s population and uses 9% of the world’s energy. The US also creates 12% of... Continue Reading →
Innovate ~ Educate ~ Collaborate 