Michael C. Lynch
Articles by Michael C. Lynch
Predicting the price of oil is more difficult than it seems, even for energy experts.
Don't trust findings that contradict your beliefs (and preferences), but also, don't trust findings that confirm them, either.
And although Western economies have experienced troubles recently, nothing has happened to suggest that Peron-era policies will provide a better approach.
A grossly incorrect analysis of natural gas by the Carter administration shows the problems with depending entirely on models for energy policy.
Taxing people because they are politically unpopular is grossly unfair.
Promises rarely sell products, and electric vehicles, in particular, have a long record of not living up to promises.
Critics of hydraulic fracturing often cite inaccurate and exaggerated claims.
There's nothing wrong with raising questions, or showing skepticism: that is the hallmark of science.
Scientists confuse economics with physical science in their assessment of oil trends.
Interfering with trade to influence prices is a slippery slope.
