U.S. Energy Disruptions

Energy Disruptions - US Energy Information Administration

EIA tracks and reports on selected significant storms that impact or could potentially impact energy infrastructure. See past historical events reported on right or real-time storm tracking with energy infrastructure indicated.

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Which Regional Powerhouses Are Driving the U.S. Economy?

U.S. (Canandian) Mega Regions: 
“Contiguous lighted areas with more than one major city or metropolitan region that produced more than $100 billion in economic output”.

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Peak Seasonal Ingredient Map

Nice interactive map shows what's fresh in your area (plus find ingredient descriptions, shopping guides, recipes, and tips)

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Retracing Abandoned Railroads and Trolleys

Trail Signs and Historical Maps

My latest projects have involved retracing the Right Of Way’s (ROWs) of railroads and trolleys in the vicinity of where I grew up in upstate NY. Historical Topo Maps are of course consulted and detailed satellite maps are a great tool for finding the remnants of these abandoned lines in today’s world. Often, when zooming in on satellite views, it is amazing to see how easy it is to follow the ROW that way.

Once out in the field, it is nice to find Kiosks and Trail Signage that details the history behind trail and the scenery you can expect to see along the way.

Simple infographics from yesteryear do a wonderful job of fusing map info with related visuals of landmarks.

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Check out the various early railroads and trolleys documented and the large array of maps provided. (Schenectady Railway, Saratoga's Electric Railways, Saratoga & Schulyerville Railroad)

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North Korea is a Black Hole

North Korean Electricity Black Hole

North Korea as seen from space: 

a barren wasteland, an expanse of ocean, a light-devouring black hole.

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Mapnificent

Mapnificent shows you the area you can reach with public transport from any point in a given time. It is available for major cities in the US and worldwide.

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Life Expectancies Infographic

Charting the Life Expectancies of the World's Countries

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(with link to magnifiable infographic)

Based on data from CIA's World Factbook and the Encyclopedia Britannica. 

A fascinating study and stunning visual summation.