Ivan Penn

New York Times reporter who covers alternative energy

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Writer for the New York Times.

Ivan Penn on KCRW

Lithium is experiencing a gold rush as the U.S. transitions to electric cars.

Salton Sea could be a big source of lithium. What does mining it mean for the environment and economy?

Lithium is experiencing a gold rush as the U.S. transitions to electric cars.

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Offshore oil platforms dot the Central Coast and, within the next six years, floating windmills could start popping up, too. Last week, the U.S.

Offshore wind farms could come to Central Coast

Offshore oil platforms dot the Central Coast and, within the next six years, floating windmills could start popping up, too. Last week, the U.S.

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When it gets hot in California, utilities are quick to tell you to watch your electricity use.

Powering L-A through a hot summer

When it gets hot in California, utilities are quick to tell you to watch your electricity use.

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