Welcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and write in and about the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom visits with Tom Ortiz, who discusses his diverse professional background, ranging from thermodynamic experiments to oil and gas industry work, and his critical views on the green energy transition.
Ortiz elaborates on his new book, ‘Why We Struggle to Go Green,’ aiming to bridge the gap between casual readers and academic audiences with accessible yet detailed insights into energy systems like hydrogen and carbon capture. He addresses the harsh realities of shifting to renewable sources, emphasizing the need for reduced energy consumption and greater resilience to climate change. Ortiz also reflects on the evolving role of academia and its challenges in fostering unbiased technological advancement. The discussion concludes with Ortiz’s future aspirations and a brief about his collaboration with Stony Creek Publishing.
Key highlights:
- The Genesis of the Book
- Harsh Realities of the Green Transition
- Managing the Costs of Clean Energy
- The Role of Academia
- Sustainable Solutions for Population Growth
Resources:
Tom Ortiz on LinkedIn
Tom Ortiz Substack
Tom Ortiz on Stoney Creek Publishing
Why We Struggle to Go Green on Texas A&M University Press
Stoney Creek Publishing Website
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