Future of Houston: new series!
I've recently started a new job. This put a brief pause on posting research, but it did not slow the research itself. Since my last post I've become increasingly interested in understanding the future of Houston. This should be no surprise as it is my home town and I've recently moved back after a decade in New York City. Moreover, it is the "energy capital of the world!" given its position refining and shipping oil and gas for the past century. Assessing its future is a serious endeavor in light of our changing climate, politics, and economy. The hope for this series is to start with big questions (will Houston decline like the rust belt? will oil companies stay when oil is no longer the primary energy source?) and end with more detailed questions. That way I can cycle through major topics, then cycle back through minor topics as the interest arises. If possible I will attempt to circulate posts into avenues to promote discussion, but one step ...