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The Great Energy Challenge is an important three-year National Geographic initiative designed to help all of us better understand the breadth and depth of our current energy situation. National Geographic has assembled some of the world’s foremost researchers and scientists to help tackle the challenge. Led by Thomas Lovejoy, a National Geographic conservation fellow and renowned biologist, the team of advisers will work together to identify and provide support for projects focused on innovative energy solutions.

Posts by National Geographic Society:

Wind Industry Fights For Tax Credit Before Its Expiration Date

wind power

National Geographic Society reports on the wind industry is fighting to save its tax credit before the year end expiration date.

Iceland’s Renewable Energy Drive Is Full-Steam Ahead

Architectural feature of the Svartsengi geothermal power plant, Iceland (image via Paul Gipe/National Geographic Society)

National Geographic Society takes a look at how the island nation of Iceland today generates 100 percent of its electricity with renewables.

How To Compare The Cost Of Electric And Gas Cars

2012 chevy volt

National Geographic Society looks into what it takes to compare the costs of electric cars versus those powered by gas.

Caribbean Island Aims For 100 Percent Clean Energy

Bonaire

National Geographic Society reports on the Caribbean island of Bonaire’s plan for 100 percent sustainable energy generation by the end of the following decade.

Better Fuel Efficiency, But More Cars Than Ever

2013 Chevrolet Volt

National Geographic Society reports on how, even as fuel efficiency in cars improves, the sheer number of vehicles on the road may overwhelm whatever gains the world achieves in fuel economy.

Wind, Sun, Water: Getting Past The Geography Of Renewables

wind and solar

National Geographic and Public Agenda report on how certain types of renewable power are better suited for certain regions of the country.

NFL Season Opener Under the Solar-Powered Lights

Solar Stadium

National Geographic Society reports on how renewable energy is making its way into the power generation process at certain NFL stadiums.

The Romney-Ryan Energy Plan By The Numbers

Romney energy plan

National Geographic Society breaks down the Romney-Ryan team’s energy plan, noting that its big on crude, short on green and a little nasty.

Building Smarter Cities: A Crucial Challenge

Smart city

National Geographic Society checks out a recent conference where big ideas around making cities more energy-efficient and sustainable were discussed.

World’s Largest Wind Turbines: Is Bigger Always Better?

Wind Turbines and Tulips

National Geographic Society takes a look at the question of whether building bigger and bigger wind turbines is always the best option.