Topic: Diesel Generators

A "Boots on the Ground" report from an Amazon engineer claims that due to power grid limitations, Amazon is using diesel-powered generators to charge its fleet of Rivian electric delivery vans. The hosts highlight the irony of using fossil fuels to power "green" transportation.

California's rollout of "microgrids" as a solution to PG&E power shutoffs is scrutinized. A reporter from the San Francisco Chronicle admits that many current microgrids are actually temporary diesel generators rather than permanent green energy solutions. The hosts argue that microgrids are a "scam" designed for ultimate energy control, allowing utilities to remotely manage or shut off individual household appliances.

A proposal to use decommissioned nuclear submarines as offshore power plants suggests they could power 250,000 homes by modifying their turbines. Skepticism remains regarding why environmentalists reject nuclear options in favor of cap-and-trade systems. Additionally, the rising cost of low-sulfur diesel fuel is noted as exceeding premium gasoline prices due to heavy taxation.

Adam Curry discusses his plans to move to Austin and his research into emergency power. He argues for the superiority of diesel generators over natural gas because diesel can be manufactured from various organic sources (biodiesel) in a long-term crisis.