Past Coalscoop Articles

Feb 24, 2026

Is Geothermal the Answer to the AI Power Grid Crisis?

If we don't figure out how to reliably power this AI revolution, it will break the grid (and your utility bills). Enter geothermal.

Feb 17, 2026

Mini-Series: AI Job Market (Issue C)

In this "AI Job Market" Mini-Series Report: We look at how the traditional corporate ladder model is breaking apart, and how the opportunity is shifting towards those who can own end-to-end outcomes powered by AI.

Feb 10, 2026

Mini-Series: AI Job Market (Issue B)

In this "AI Job Market" Mini-Series Report: We look at the type of jobs AI is having the biggest impact on, and where it's being the most disruptive.

Feb 3, 2026

Mini-Series: AI Job Market (Issue A)

In this "AI Job Market" Mini-Series Report: We look at how profitable companies are cutting jobs and shifting funds from human jobs to AI infrastructure, and what it means for your region, industry, and household.

Jan 27, 2026

Gold and Silver Prices Surge. Let's Explore While Miners Dig Deep.

The long view on precious metals, and what we recently learned from similar trends in RVs and lithium batteries.

Jan 17, 2026

The Tariff Deal That Changes Electric Vehicle Prices and Grocery Bills

Why cheaper Chinese EV batteries and Canadian canola matter to your wallet

Jan 9, 2026

Coalscoop SPECIAL: 2025 Year-end Review

A look back at impactful stories from the end of 2025 across America's four-layer economic framework. Published January 8, 2026 | Special Edition

Jan 2, 2026

50-year mortgages? HUD Secretary wants more research. You should, too.

A 50-year mortgage sounds like relief, but it can also be a trap.

Jan 1, 2026

Welcome to Coalscoop

Digging into the Cost Of American Living.