Energy explained simply

Energy is messy. These explainers make it a little less ridiculous — for readers, professionals, and companies alike.

Humorous image of electricity theft showing a man in a black thief eye mask on a worn balcony, using a hooked rod to tap into power lines from an electric pole, with a wire running into his home and a glowing streetlight in the background.

What is electricity theft? Unseen, unpaid, unfair

Electricity theft isn’t just a distant issue—it affects you. From rising bills to dangerous hazards like fires and blackouts, stolen power comes at a cost. Discover how it’s done, why it happens, and the surprising truth: when electricity is stolen, honest people end up paying the price.

Rudolf Diesel in a late 1800s workshop, viewed from behind, working on an early diesel engine surrounded by vintage tools and machinery.

Who was Rudolf Diesel? A vision beyond his time

Rudolf Diesel wasn’t just an inventor—he was a man with a bold, unconventional vision for the future of energy. Most people recognize his name from the diesel engine, but did you know his groundbreaking creation wasn’t designed to run on fossil fuels? In fact, Diesel’s original idea involved something much greener (and surprisingly edible). Dive into the story of the man, his mission, and his unexpected legacy.