Low Energy Light Bulbs, Why You Should Use Them

Low energy light bulbs have been around for many years now and are relatively cheap to buy. The overall savings to be had by using them make these the ideal replacement bulbs for any room in your house. More: continued here

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Why is Alternative Energy Good?

Why is alternative energy good for our environment? Alternative energy is classified as a clean energy that produces little to none of the hazardous emissions that come from other energy sources like burning coal or wood. More: continued here

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Solar Power Home Benefits

A solar power home is a house which gets is electricity power supply by harnessing sun power and using photovoltaic power systems, rather than using the conventional form of electricity. More: continued here

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The Need for Oil Production Optimization

Oil wells change the way they give oil as time goes on. A once strong flowing well may not be what is used to be. Yet, despite that it is clear that there is still a lot of oil to get pumped out of any particular well. When this is what happens then oil production optimization is necessary. Doing something …

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What is a Biodiesel Plant?

The idea of using vegetable oil as an alternate fuel source is as old as the diesel engine itself. Until recently, use of petroleum distillate to power diesel engines has been more economical than biodiesel. More: continued here

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Harnessing Power from Water Energy

Water energy is a renewable energy source, and is primarily used to generate electricity in the modern era through a process called hydroelectric generation, where the flow of the water runs a turbine, which is used to drive a generator. The United States is one of the world leaders in hydroelectric power generation, getting nearly 10% of its total power …

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Utilities Disagree Over Spot Uranium Price

Synatom’s Fuel Supply manager Gerard Pauluis said, “As the market matures, we will experience uncontrollable price spikes.” Urenco senior executive Maurice Lenders argues, “Suppliers and customers must be open about what they have and what they need so that supply will be available to meet demand.” More: continued here

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Switch to Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs Right Now!

Well, according to Energystar: “If every American home replaced just one light bulb with an ENERGY STAR [compact fluorescent bulb], we would save enough energy to light more than 2.5 million homes for a year and prevent greenhouse gasses equivalent to the emissions of nearly 800,000 cars.” More: continued here

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EIA Summer Outlook – Good for Natural Gas Stocks?

The EIA expects summer 2007 natural gas prices to rise by 17.7 percent over the past summer. For this year, natural gas prices would increase by 12.8 percent over 2006. The statistical arm of the U.S. Department of Energy cited, “Concerns about extreme weather conditions and rising prices in the oil market will keep upward pressure on the Henry Hub …

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Ethanol, Fertilizer & Higher Natural Gas Prices

What does growing corn and other crops have anything to do with natural gas? It takes about 33,000 cubic feet of natural gas to produce one ton of nitrogen fertilizer. About 96 percent of the corn planted in the United States depends on fertilizers. Some 90 percent of the cost of manufacturing nitrogen fertilizer depends upon the price of natural …

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There Is Such A Thing As A Free Gas Fire

The government is on a mission to improve the UK’s energy security and reduce carbon emissions. Almost 40% of the UK’s energy is used in the heating, lighting and operation of our homes. With 25 million homes in the UK, even small improvements across the market can have a significant overall impact. More: continued here

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Hybrid Car Market Hyper-Hysteria

We have all heard a lot about [tag-tec]hybrid cars[/tag-tec] lately and with gasoline prices between two dollars and three dollars per gallon we are reading many articles in the newspapers, magazines and industry trade journals too, but where are all these hybrids we have been promised? There were only 12 hybrid models on the market in 2005 – 2006. It …

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China Promoting Solar Water Heaters for a Cleaner Country

In the past few years, China has posted an impressive growth in the production of {tag]solar cells[/tag]. In a span of just 2-3 years (nearly form 2003 to 2005), China fortified its position in the worldwide solar cell production market by moving from nearly 1.05% to about 7.8%, according to a recent report “China Energy Sector Analysis” by RNCOS.

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Solar Center to be based in Silicon Valley

[tag-tec]Solar energy[/tag-tec] takes center stage this week in Silicon Valley as a new effort is launched to bring high tech research, jobs , and consumer awareness of solar energy issues to the public. Hoping to cement the Bay Area’s lead as a solar energy center, an alliance of industrial, academic and policy leaders will unveil an organization today, SolarTech, aimed …

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Hybrid Trucks – It’s About Time!

With the increasing concern about environmental issues such as pollution and global warming, as well as the unbelievable rise in the price of gasoline, it is no wonder that[tag]hybrid[/tag] vehicles are gaining popularity. Hybrid cars have been relatively common for years, with hybrid Sport Utility Vehicles in close competition, but what about hybrid trucks? We don't see those too often. Automotive manufacturing giant General Motors, however, believes that will change.

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Wind Energy – Setting Sail for The Future – wind energy

Wind energy is one of the oldest forms of non-animal generated power used by human beings; in its simplest form, it's used as a sail for a sailboat. In the Renaissance, wind power was harnessed for more commercial applications by the use of wind mills to grind grain, and in the Netherlands, to run the pumps that keep the Zeuder Zee from flooding.

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Do Fuel Cells Really Cause Global Warming?

Research has uncovered a rather interest turn of events into the Global Warming Sage. And apparently complications have arisen along with the temperatures. You see Fuel Cells generate a lot of heat during the conversion process; nearly twice that of regular reciprocating engines. Solving the Nation’s problems with regards to pollution is a wise thing to do, yet if we …

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Solar Power Practicality for Camping

Solar power systems for camping are increasing in availability, but what about practicality? Can solar power systems for camping be put to use readily? Are they portable enough? Are they durable enough? Solar power practicality for camping must address those questions and more. Are solar power systems for camping cost effective? Do they produce enough energy for normal needs? RV …

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During an Emergency Portable Solar Energy Power Station Comes in Handy – solar power

For years now, the military has been using a portable solar energy power station to provide energy for their mobile units. Recently, these invaluable systems have become available for civilian use for camping or in the event of emergencies. Being able to supply electricity during power shortages, typical in emergencies, is a real lifesaver and an aid towards recovery efforts. …

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