I recently had the opportunity to interview James Scott, Vice President of Project Development at OCI Energy in San Antonio, Texas. With nearly three decades of experience in the renewable energy industry, he was able to walk me through how the sector has evolved over time, while also explaining the key principles that remain essential across technologies such as solar and wind. Our conversation also helped me better understand how energy companies operate and the business de

Wave energy is becoming an important part of the future of renewable energy because it uses the ocean, one of the most powerful natural forces on Earth. Instead of relying only on solar panels or wind turbines, wave energy systems are designed to capture the constant motion of ocean waves and turn it into electricity. This is important because waves carry a large amount of energy, especially near coastlines, and they are often more predictable than wind or sunlight. If engine

Self-healing concrete is becoming an important part of the future of infrastructure because it changes how structures respond to damage. Instead of waiting for cracks to spread through bridges, roads, tunnels, or buildings, self-healing concrete is designed to repair small cracks before they become major structural problems. This matters because concrete is used almost everywhere, and even small cracks can allow water, salt, and chemicals to enter and weaken the material over