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A perfect world
The energy transition, a great transformation to a future carbon-free energy system, is coming into view in Dubai. The pieces – the fuels, the technologies and systems – were scattered somewhat randomly around Expo City, the site of Expo 2020 (2021-22) and the UN’s Cop28 (2023). But it required …
MEA energy sectors
I write about the Middle East and Africa, fascinating regions that hold enormous potential for the energy transition with magnificent natural resources and human talent.
Hydrogen
With unique advantages for low-carbon hydrogen production, MENA offers an excellent vantage point for a writer to cover an emerging future energy industry.
About me
I am a Chicago-based writer currently living and working in Dubai. I write about oil and gas, renewable power and new energies, covering the Middle East and Africa.
I have written about energy, infrastructure, construction, urban and regional planning, for print and on-line publications. I like to write profiles of cities, people and places. I’ve also written about food, music and dance. I am coauthor of ‘Beyond Burnham, An Illustrated History of Planning for the Chicago Region’ (Lake Forest College Press, 2009).
I began to write for publication in 2000, while working in the planning group of a major metropolitan agency. Regional planning led me to reflect on many aspects of cities, technology and culture. I continue writing on a wide array of topics today.
You will see a sampling of my published work and other essays on this weblog.
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