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Investigating Energy in Texas 

January 28, 2025
Texas has been a leading player in energy since the discovery of oil at Spindletop on January 10, 1901. The legendary 100 feet of oil that sprung into the air that day would mark the beginning of a vibrant industrial age. Propelled further with the help of vast gas reserves and the eventual incorporation of […]
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Urban Planning, Traffic, and the Fight for Cleaner Air

December 15, 2024
In a way, a city's traffic acts like a fingerprint. Each city has its own unique set of roads, stops, and spoken and unspoken rules. In the end, the emerging traffic patterns become more than an inconvenient frustration —they reflect how our cities are built and how people interact with them. High traffic levels during […]
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Auto Tire Pressure 

November 25, 2024
Tire pressure is often overlooked in vehicle maintenance, yet it plays a vital role in safety, energy efficiency, and environmental impact. Properly inflated tires ensure smooth handling, improve gas mileage, and reduce wear and tear. On the other hand, under-inflated tires can lead to decreased fuel efficiency, increased emissions, and even safety risks. Every vehicle’s […]
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Relative Humidity 

October 22, 2024
When we think about the weather the first thing that comes to mind is the temperature. We take a look at the weather app on our phones and dress according to the number we see. However, anyone from Houston, Miami or any tropical environment knows there's another element that plays a crucial role in how […]
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Celebrating Smart Energy Education 

September 16, 2024
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to enjoy the benefits of modern technology without thinking about the resources that make it all possible. After all, people don’t need to understand energy to have access to it—so why does energy and water education matter? Why are they so important? Now more than ever, energy and water […]
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The History of Air Conditioning

August 30, 2024
Throughout human history, the pursuit of comfort has been a driving force behind many of our greatest technological advancements, with energy serving as the essential catalyst. From the mastery of fire, to the creation of desalination technology, the desire to control our environment has shaped the way we live. Notably one of the most significant milestones in this journey is the development of air conditioning, a technology that has fundamentally changed the way we experience indoor spaces.
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