Category Archives: Utterpower’s Friends

Dr. Ileana Johnson

Posted on July 23, 2012 by George B.

Dr. Ileana Johnson Are you tired of the quote I share from Henery David Thoreau yet?    “He who is only a Traveler learns things at second hand and by the halves, and is poor authority.” As we sit by and watch … Continue reading →

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She asks, “how is it that America has learned nothing from our mistakes?”

Posted on July 18, 2012 by George B.

 A Friend I’ve never Met As I wrote in my last post, Thoreau gives us much to think about, and I’ll quote again what he said in a chapter titled ‘Higher Laws’ in Walden.. .  “He who is only a … Continue reading →

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Hands on DIYer off Grid Power, Dave Clough, Joseph OR

Posted on July 9, 2012 by George B.

Joseph Oregon is one of those Towns where it pays to be handy. It’s not so easy to find that high paying job in paradise, but who needs the big money?  The natural beauty of the Area  attracts tourists, but like most small towns at … Continue reading →

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Martha Symko-Davies – Disruptive Technologies

Posted on May 22, 2012 by George B.

Disruptive Technologies… hmmm, I’ll bet there’s more than one definition. Imagine the increased value of a TED talk if the Speaker was prepared to take a half dozen real questions from real people in the audience.  Watch the video, consider writing down … Continue reading →

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Your Key to Understanding the Future?

Posted on April 9, 2012 by George B.

Could it be that most decisions are about money, power and influence? Just where does doing the right thing come to play?  It wasn’t that long ago I shared some sentiments made by a friend, a first class problem solver. We discussed how decisions … Continue reading →

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Reflecting on the GM90 Design, and other realities.

Posted on March 27, 2012 by George B.

If you read Sunday’s post, you might know a little more about the design.. are we finished reflecting on Noel’s experience? Do we know what temperature he operates the engine? does he use bleed water, does he use a thermostat? I’m still trying … Continue reading →

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Sunday Morning, A report from Fantasy Island, GM90 failure

Posted on March 25, 2012 by George B.

I’m sure you remember Fantasy Island? Noel Douglas (ON Left)             Noel’s Parents immigrated to the Fijian Islands from Scotland  some where in the later forties I’m told.. I remember having a Fijian born customer drop by … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Energy Sources, DIYer Skills, Earth & Energy, Engines, Inspirational People, Off Grid Power, Outings & Adventures, Questions & Answers, Slow Speed Engines, Small Diesels, Survival Skills, Things I like, Utterpower's Friends | Tagged , , , , | 36 Comments

An Important Study of America’s Greenest Practical Energy Source

Posted on March 22, 2012 by George B.

It’s time to educate ourselves, or in some cases review the facts as we think we know them.  This is a chance to test yourself with the help of current events, and a most wonderful gift from UC Berkley…. Professor Muller!  I’ve learned … Continue reading →

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Adventures in hands on learning.

Posted on February 9, 2012 by George B.

 Wednesday’s  Great Adventure. It was a fun time on a snowmobile today, I took out two guys in their 60s that have never been on a snowmobile. We are planning a trip into the high country, and this was a trial, and … Continue reading →

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Seattle Snow, A Short Story for Wednesday Jan 18.

Posted on January 18, 2012 by George B.

Ahh, Snow in Seattle, it’s always a treat to watch the car crashes. Grandson Zach and his first real experience to play in snow. As I watched TV this morning, I saw news coverage from a local TV station that “staked … Continue reading →

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