Not as far as I know, but that's an interesting question. Very long way to go to scale up.

I mean, it already is -- nuclear plants account for about 20% of U.S. electricity production. Whether that number goes up or down will depend on whether current plants stay open, and the success or failure of companies working to develop advanced nuclear reactors that are smaller and easier to build.

I've been covering California Gov. Gavin Newsom's efforts to extend the closure date of the Diablo Canyon nuclear plant, currently the state's largest electricity source. Here's the latest: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2022-11-21/biden-gives-pge-1-billion-to-keep-diablo-canyon-nuclear-plant-open

Let’s GO BIRDS! Sorry it was Cousin not Nephew.

Can’t wait to hear you in the morning. Andy’s finally gona give us that ring and Angelo is going out on top! T minus 72 hours!

God Bless and take it easy on that foot Sunday

Hi Ray, teachers all over the globe recommend to pick a piece that is a little harder than one's current level which sounds like very sensible advice. But it's fun to try to play pieces that are way to hard! Could there still be a benefit in challenging myself with a piece that is too difficult for me?

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Can't we just do mini / Regular nuclear plants?

The amount of land needed for wind or solar just doesn't seem viable or consistent enough.

Ha, thanks much for that. And yes, there's been some pioneering work on solar over water done in India, although still at a relatively small scale, as I understand it. Wrote about the potential in California here: https://www.latimes.com/environment/newsletter/2021-04-22/solar-power-water-canals-california-climate-change-boiling-point

Massive respect to you for taking the time to write out such a thoughtful answer. Often we put people on a pedestal and forget they've been through so much themselves. Really great advice and well received! Take care out there

Hi Ray~what was your biggest setback? Does it transformed you? What’s your biggest fear you haven’t conquered yet?

Hi Ray! What would you say to a teenager who loves listening to and playing music, but is unsure of going to music school/pursuing a career in music?

Yeah riot, am I coming back for season 2?

It's ok, I struggle with that part too.

Nuclear power is the answer and then hopefully by 2070 the world will have limitless fusion power. Nuclear takes up way less space and is currently the cheapest form of energy. Basically the major problems with it are solvable now (preventing meltdowns and disposal of the radiated materials). Did you know there haven't been any new nuclear power plants built in the US since 1978? A large part of that is due to the public's uneducated perception of the dangers of nuclear power plants.

With regards to solar and wind they are simply not very feasible now due to limitations in battery technology. Only economic incentives from the government make them feasible for private companies to build and maintain.

The "economic impact" from global warming saying it's going to cost trillions and trillions is mostly BS. Very smart people like Peter Zeihan say the world will be able to adapt to a small rise in temps relatively easily. What we really need to be worried about is a decrease in temperatures. With food shortages already being a thing now, billions will die if temps drop even several degrees.

Hi Ray!! I absolutely love your work in Arcane, and it inspired me to learn the Concerto that you played in it. But I really struggle with the ending, with the fast fingerings and shifts. Do you have any advice for how to play that part and parts like it? Also, will you be returning to Arcane for the season 2 soundtrack?

Oh yeah, all 3, all the time. I was pretty mad for a period of time (couldn't you tell from my content? jks) but yeah, it was sort this helpless feeling that actually made me feel like "Welp, I have nothing to lose, might as well focus on what I want, which is connecting with people and creating positive impact".

As advice for those who are dealing with this sort of thing, if it's outside of your control, try to change your environment. If it is something you can change (where you're not hurting others), then do it.

One of the best realizations that I made was when I finally decided I would stop living in the eyes of others. Best wishes and hope you're doing okay!

Hi Ray, didn't expect to see you here! Thanks for this opportunity. My question is, what's your process of interpreting a new piece of music?

1. It used to bother me that I couldn't figure out where my "home" was - was it Brisbane? Or Taipei? Or Philadelphia? Nowadays, I've come to realize that there doesn't have to be this rule of "only one home". You don't have to be home-ogenous. Home is where you can relax, recharge, and hang out with some really close friends.
2. Demon Slayer, One Punch Man (get it together guys for season 3), Mob Psycho. I grew up with Naruto, DBZ (I'm so lost nowadays), and of course Pokemon (but only the original 152). Recently dived into Jojo's Bizarre Adventures which is so whacky but so awesome. Also the OST Golden Wind is my gym anthem.

Awhhh thanks for your support! My cousin went in hard rooting for his team, but when Reddick and the Defense was all over their QB’s he threw in the towel. He had a nerve to say we better win it all. I told him we were and his team and the next are in our way.
We have to move them out our way!
E-A-G-L-E-S EAGLESSSS All day long! I love you all God Bless!

Awesome! She’s checking it now! Thanks!

The NEM 3 vote demonstrated that pivotal decisions about CA's energy reality are controlled by oligarchic rather than democratic or even vaguely representative systems. What is the most effective way for citizens to change that dynamic? Are you aware of any current efforts to reform the CPUC?

Hi Ray 🙂 I'm an adult beginner on violin (9months). How long might it take to find a comfortable position? Do You feel sometimes any tension/pain? What to do if I can't move my left elbow too much (can't place it "under violin" while playing on G or D string. It makes me 😪

A bit off topic from strictly wind / solar, but have we seen any appreciable difference in Los Angeles' AQI with the addition of EVs / renewable energy throughout the state in recent years?

Hello Ray, I have two questions:

1. Since you travel so often, does your home actually feel like home? Do you get feelings of homesickness or tiredness from constantly living out of your suitcase and in hotels?

2. What’s your favorite anime? And/or what’re you currently watching?

If you join The Ray Fans group on Tonic, I usually post the time and location for secret meetups at concerts where there isn't an official signing happening (and these days due to covid, it's pretty rare).

I first like to categorize goals into scope, so long (>6 months), medium (1-3 month), and short term (1-4 weeks). There are of course even shorter daily goals, as well as longer epic goals, but for the most part it's about correctly categorizing things first to avoid frustration and sadness.

I didn't always have frameworks like this (and I wish I had), but this has helped me immensely through professional career, especially when you have to juggle so much repertoire + all the travel, meetings, other projects (like Tonic) etc. but here are a few examples of goals:

Daily goal 1: Be able to play through 2 pages.

Daily goal 2: Be able to add in phrasing + intonation + musicality.

Weekly goal 1: Be able to complete 1 movement (not memorized)

Weekly goal 2: Be able to memorize that movement.

etc. Obviously more layers apply but then you can add another layer (for eg. another piece or movement) when you feel like you have the capacity to do so. I think of "improvement" of technique as something that happens as I learn different pieces. Best not to get stuck on one piece for too longer (longer than 2 months). You can always come back to it later.