The Energy Transition: Oil or Nothing

It seems we are in a great energy tug-of-war. How do you pick a side? Do you even need to? What is realistic? Is it oil or nothing? Learn about the world’s current energy mix and why we need a gradual and thoughtful transition.

Geophysics: Unearthing our History

Geophysics is a tool that is most often used to uncover Earth’s history. On a large scale geophysics tells us about the structure of the earth with its core, mantle, and crust or how tectonic plates move apart and come together. On a smaller scale, it can tell us about where ancient rivers used toContinue reading “Geophysics: Unearthing our History”

Geoscientists Fuel the Future!

There is a lot of talk about climate, sustainability, and renewable energy. What does it mean? Does it mean we will be running our cars on biofuel and living in solar-powered houses next year? Probably not. So, what can we expect from this green revolution? One thing is certain: Whether we rely on hydrocarbons orContinue reading “Geoscientists Fuel the Future!”

Welcome!

Welcome to Energy ROCKS, a place to learn about geoscience and its impact on the world, especially when it comes to energy. Did you know that geoscience is critical for generating many types of energy? Here are a few examples: Oil and gas exploration and development Geothermal site selection Wind farm development Carbon capture, utilizationContinue reading “Welcome!”