Chip Shortage Throws Shade on Biden’s Solar Plans
A global semiconductor chip shortage, due to COVID-19 pandemic is undermining Biden’s efforts for solar to make 40% of our electric power by 2050.
News
Site announcements of changes that affect the Thumbwind website are highlighted.
News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
Here are some of the top stories.
Nation’s 1st Carbon Credits Project Using Trees In Michigan State Forests
Millions of acres of state-owned Michigan forests provide the setting for innovative Carbon Credits Project between the MDNR and DTE Energy.
Step-By-Step Guide For DIY Maintenance Of Solar Panels
Maintenance of Solar Panels can be easily accomplished by the do it yourselfer (DIY).
Here are the steps and tips to protect your investment.
Sailboat Drones Begin Fish Count in Lakes Huron-Michigan
A pair of drone sailboats begins a project to estimate fish stocks in Lakes Huron-Michigan.
The project will last two month.
Michigan Residents Offered Free Community College Education
As of 2019, only 41% of Michigan’s working-age residents had an associate degree or higher, placing Michigan at 31st in the nation.
The Michigan Reconnect program offers free tuition for residents age 25 and older to attend local community colleges in Michigan.
Was Bigfoot Spotted in Michigan’s Thumb?
The Michigan Thumb newspaper Tuscola Today carried a story, “Bigfoot Roaming the Cass? Video Raises the Question.” on July 21. It shows a screenshot and short video clip of the alleged Sasquatch from a person kayaking on the Cass River.
Bigfoot sightings, while unique are not uncommon. The online newspaper the Sun reported that more than 10,000 people have insisted they’ve seen the mythical being over the past 50 years.
