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Working with data was my profession. Now I'm working my way down the Rewiring America @rewiringamerica.bsky.social checklist.

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Excited to finally sign a contract to get a Bosch cold climate heat pump installed plus a heat pump water heater. Hopefully in another month we'll be off propane! 😁

17.10.2025 04:40 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Huh. Good to know. Very good to know 😊

02.10.2025 04:55 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Climate Change Could Cut the Economy in Half. We’re Not Ready for It. A new study suggests global warming’s effect on GDP has been vastly underestimated. Will it finally break through the religion of infinite growth?

The crazy thing is that so many people cannot assimilate what they're saying. It just doesn't compute.

newrepublic.com/article/1905...

18.06.2025 22:48 β€” πŸ‘ 74    πŸ” 13    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

Like I've said before, if you have any doubts about climate change, just go to a super-boring insurance conference and listen to the super-boring panels where they dryly talk about the growing threat of disasters so catastrophic and unpredictable in scope they simply cannot be insured at any price.

18.06.2025 21:44 β€” πŸ‘ 13799    πŸ” 5254    πŸ’¬ 251    πŸ“Œ 193

Crazy high temps!

18.06.2025 04:39 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Wow. That says it all. Thank you for listening and posting. I'm thinking of all the people I need to share with now.

17.06.2025 18:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I should add, this shouldn't be so hard to get a heat pump πŸ˜”

14.06.2025 16:14 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I talked to a company a few months ago that seemed promising but still waiting on a quote. They wanted time to hire and train on heat pumps. Hope they are doing that.

14.06.2025 04:13 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes, yes, yes! Exactly! They look too perfect, indistinguishable from any other show in the US.

10.06.2025 03:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
CDK - Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye
YouTube video by Sergio Reis CDK - Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye

Like Tom holland and umbrella.
It’s always good to post cdk’s absolutely beautiful dance number to that song.
youtu.be/REPPgPcw4hk

26.05.2025 15:30 β€” πŸ‘ 122    πŸ” 36    πŸ’¬ 10    πŸ“Œ 7
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If you’re worried that your significant other might murder you, the safest thing to do is electrify your home.

Induction stove, heat pump, the whole shebang.

Follow me for more relationship advice

23.05.2025 16:24 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

I was waiting to see if Colorado IRA heat pump rebates become available before getting one installed but my hope is fading that the funds will get unfrozen. Looks like Congress wants to kill the tax credits too so I'd better just move ahead with my plans. #HeatPump #ColoradoIRA

18.05.2025 16:48 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Firing Line with Margaret Hoover - Philip K. Howard and Will Marshall - Twin Cities PBS Philip K. Howard and Will Marshall discuss Trump's deep state blitz, DOGE, and advice for Elon Musk.

Great discussion on the DOGE wrecking ball situation on Firing Line with guests Philip Howard and Will Marshall. www.tpt.org/firing-line-...

15.02.2025 04:57 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why Is It So Hard to Find a Competent Heat Pump Installer? It can take patience and persistence to find a pro who knows their stuff, but once you do, you could be more comfortable, save energy, and avoid some repairs.

This is the best article on the benefits and challenges of heat pumps I've read.

I really don't know what the solution is, although hybrids (furnace plus heat pump) are one major option. This is after years of trying to figure it out.

#electrifyeverything πŸ”Œ ⚑️

www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/r...

08.02.2025 00:00 β€” πŸ‘ 45    πŸ” 17    πŸ’¬ 8    πŸ“Œ 3

As usual, great discussion ☺️

21.01.2025 23:50 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Looking for some fun reading over the holidays? Check out @marthawells.com

18.12.2024 20:24 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Just just used the Tesla network this weekend - very convenient.

17.12.2024 22:53 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We bought a 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. We have hopes of doing some car camping. So far appreciating heated seats in the winter. New to me πŸ˜„

17.12.2024 21:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Crossing my fingers too, but yah, still going to do it.

17.12.2024 06:25 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Congratulations!

17.12.2024 06:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Correction, "Ministry For the Future".

10.12.2024 02:57 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes, yes, I know the murder of the health insurance CEO was a totally different industry but the first thing I thought of was the book "Ministry of the Future"

10.12.2024 02:27 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

I guess I was one of the herd that put us over the top this fall. Wheee! Going down hill is really fun now, winning back miles 😁

09.12.2024 22:10 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A Hospital Helped a Beloved Doctor’s Practice Flourish Even as It Suspected He Was Hurting Patients Hailed as a savior upon his arrival in Helena, Dr. Thomas C. Weiner became a favorite of patients and his hospital’s highest earner. As the myth surrounding the high-profile oncologist grew, so did…

NEW: β€œEat What You Kill”

Hailed as a savior upon his arrival in Helena, Dr. Thomas C. Weiner became a favorite of patients and his hospital’s highest earner. As the myth surrounding the high-profile oncologist grew, so did the trail of patient harm and suspicious deaths. @davidmcswane.bsky.social

07.12.2024 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1400    πŸ” 490    πŸ’¬ 140    πŸ“Œ 273

So far we've just gone down to New Mexico. Likewise, we'll have to consider our options if we leave Colorado for other destinations.

01.12.2024 18:26 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Had a relative tell me my new EV was "coal powered". Must be the new thing to say. Same comeback though that we charge it with our solar panels.

01.12.2024 16:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Have now taken our new EV on a couple of road trips. I can see why people criticize public chargers. It hasn't been terrible but there is room for improvement. Hopefully things will only be getting better.

30.11.2024 21:12 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Crazy!

26.11.2024 03:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I can see that happening πŸ˜‚

23.11.2024 18:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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