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January 7, 2009September 26, 2021

Part 2: Germany’s Energy Attitudes

This morning we continue our series on renewable energy. If you compiled a list of places in the world with a strong foothold in the renewable energy world, you may see Oregon listed for its solar manufacturing; or Spain and Germany for their favorable tax structures and emphasis on green technology. But Arizona is not considered a leader, despite an abundant and obvious resource: the sun. KJZZ’s Tony Ganzer traveled to Germany to find out why that country has made renewable energy a priority.

January 7, 2009October 5, 2019

Part 1: Energy in Arizona

All this week we’re looking at renewable energy in Arizona. Though the sun shines on the state for hundreds of days a year, most of Arizona’s energy needs are still met by gas, coal and nuclear power. But as KJZZ’s Tony Ganzer reports, that may not always be the case.

January 4, 2009September 26, 2021

Energy Series Preview

KJZZ’s Paul Atkinson interviews KJZZ Morning Edition Producer Tony Ganzer about an upcoming series about renewable energy. KJZZ News will begin the series January 5 on Morning Edition.

December 26, 2008September 26, 2021

Stopping Stun with ThorShield

Police officers in the field rely on many tools to protect themselves. Their arsenal contains items like batons, stun guns, and as a last resort, a firearm. In case of an altercation, many officers rely on body armor to stop a bullet, and protect vital organs. But if a suspect uses a stun gun against the officer…the protection is more limited. KJZZ’s Tony Ganzer reports on a Tucson company’s invention, intended to give officers another level of protection. Continue reading “Stopping Stun with ThorShield”

November 25, 2008September 26, 2021

Prague, a city of culture

Phoenix maintains partnerships with cities around the world as a way to promote cultural and economic ties. The sister cities program includes partnerships with places in Mexico, Canada and Japan. But it’s a relationship with the city of Prague—the capital of the Czech Republic—that is the focus of our next story. KJZZ’s Tony Ganzer traveled to Europe on a fellowship, and found a city rich in culture and history that few Phoenicians know much about, even though there are close Arizona ties.

November 20, 2008September 26, 2021

Raising Kids: Playing Safely

This morning we have another piece in our series looking at issues facing parents and guardians in Arizona. Safety is an issue often at the top of a parent’s list when looking for a place to raise their children. KJZZ’s Tony Ganzer met with two Valley organizations to ask how crime or other dangers in the area affect a child’s ability to “play.”

November 19, 2008September 26, 2021

E2 Visa: Leutenbach Update

Earlier this year we brought the story of a German couple living in Eastern Arizona, whose investor visa renewal was denied by the U-S.

CUT from story: .”…they told me nope you don’t get it because the outcome of the business is not enough.”

KJZZ’s Tony Ganzer visited Joerg and Beate Bohlig near Stuttgart, Germany to see how they’re fairing.