Essays

What Is A Production Process?

Chapter 1 of my book “The Origins of Efficiency”

Nov 13 •

The early history of the United States runs along with the first years of the railroad.

Nov 6 •

How the UK Lost Its Shipbuilding Industry

From roughly the end of the US Civil War until the late 1950s, the United Kingdom was one of the biggest shipbuilders in the world.

Oct 28 •

More on US Pedestrian Deaths

Last week I wrote about the unexplained rise in pedestrians killed by motor vehicles in the US.

Oct 16 •

My Book, The Origins of Efficiency, is Out Today

My book, the Origins of Efficiency, is out today!

Oct 14 •

Why Are So Many Pedestrians Killed by Cars in the US?

It’s unfortunately not uncommon for pedestrians to be killed by cars in the US.

Oct 9 •

How Common Is Accidental Invention?

One of the most important inventions of the 19th century was mauve dye, the first synthetic aniline dye.

Sep 25 •

What’s Happening to Wholesale Electricity Prices?

The last several years in the US have seen a dramatic increase in electricity prices.

Sep 18 •

I Was Wrong About Data Center Water Consumption

But there are also some issues with how the Berkeley Lab report is estimating it.

Aug 30 •

Ford and the Birth of the Model T

Ford’s status as a large-volume car producer began with the predecessor to the Model T: the Model N, a four-cylinder, two-seater car initially priced at…

Aug 28 •

How Does the US Use Water?

Water infrastructure often gets less attention and focus than other types of infrastructure.

Aug 21 •

My Book "The Origins of Efficiency" is Now Available for Preorder

I’m happy to announce that my book, The Origins of Efficiency, is now (officially) available for preorder, and will be released on September 23rd. You…

Aug 12 •

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