How Your Business Can Tap into the Marcellus Shale Boom
Oil and gas industry officials, as well as Pennsylvania State government, have hailed the Marcellus Shale development as an economic boon for the state. From drilling companies who are extracting the gas from the ground via fracking and horizontal drilling to the landowners whose property sits atop these resources, millions throughout the state are in a position to capitalize directly from Marcellus. But there are also those savvy companies that can capitalize indirectly from Marcellus via serving a niche that is tied to Marcellus activity. “The American Entrepreneur” Ron Morris profiles these companies, and shares the lessons these entrepreneurs have learned about adaptation and seizing the opportunities that Marcellus provides. Plus, Ron examines the latest news and information regarding Marcellus, and how these headlines affect the economic and environmental climates throughout Pennsylvania.
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Tapping Into The Energy that Is Around Us
Now, more than ever, it seems that sources of energy are, quite literally, all around us, from solar energy to wind energy, to waves emitted from cell and electrical towers. Putting that energy to practical use has been one of the latest challenges for scientists around the globe, in hopes of making small devices such as cell phones and other handheld devices, which still require “plug-in” charging from time to time, truly wireless. Dr. Marlin Mickle, a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, has conducted extensive testing and award-winning research in the field of energy harvesting, and he talks with “The American Entrepreneur” Ron Morris about the energy that exists all around us, and what needs to be done to make that energy commercially viable in ways we already use.
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Ron’s Rant: Kudos From a Loyal Listener
“The American Entrepreneur” Ron Morris kicks off the show with his rant, only to cede the rant time to a caller, “Ron”, who has some compliments for the show.
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OPEN TALK: There Are NO Shortcuts! (Not Even For What You Drink….)
“The American Entrepreneur” Ron Morris, noting the prevalence of empty 5-Hour Energy bottles on the ground where he walks his dog, laments the need for people to take shortcuts, even with their diet, in terms of finding ways to energize themselves throughout the day.
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Tapping Into the Energy That Is Around Us
Now, more than ever, it seems that sources of energy are, quite literally, all around us, from solar energy to wind energy, to waves emitted from cell and electrical towers. Putting that energy to practical use has been one of the latest challenges for scientists around the globe, in hopes of making small devices such as cell phones and other handheld devices, which still require “plug-in” charging from time to time, truly wireless. Dr. Marlin Mickle, a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, has conducted extensive testing and award-winning research in the field of energy harvesting, and he talks with “The American Entrepreneur” Ron Morris about the energy that exists all around us, and what needs to be done to make that energy commercially viable in ways we already use.
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OPEN TALK: Who Deserves a Pay Raise in Washington?
“The American Entrepreneur” Ron Morris, citing a recent report that notes signficant pay raises for a number of White House staffers, discusses the nature of pay raises in business, and how both public and private sector employees should demonstrate their merit in receiving these boosts in pay.
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