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The advantages of solar energy are contributory factors that would seriously affect the way ahead for humankind. Irrespective of how you look at it carbon-based fuels will eventually run out and even in the event that they didn’t they’d become out of date if man ventures into outer space. You’ll notice that none of the “Mars Rover” type cars are …

As winter descends and cold weather takes hold, it seems that humans aren’t so different to other animals after all. It seems humans’ animal instinct takes over in the winter months, much like animals who are planning to hibernate for the winter, shopping trolleys are stacked to the roof with food and the refrigerator door requires a sharp kick to …

PITTSBORO, NC – Miraverse Power and Light, Piedmont Biofuels, Southern Energy Management, and Piedmont Biofarm are pleased to announce their “Solar Double Cropping” project in Pittsboro, North Carolina. The endeavor consists of an elevated 92.16 kilowatt solar array that will generate electricity above the north field of Piedmont Biofarm, while sustainable produce is harvested at the ground level. The nine-foot …

Third edition of Getty Images’ The Curve trend report shares case studies, insight on trends and changes in visual communications within the energy industry London – 11 October, 2011: Getty Images has today announced the launch of the latest edition of The Curve, a comprehensive research paper addressing the use and future of energy, as well as its representation in …

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu today highlighted the Department’s historic investment in clean energy technologies in remarks congratulating the 2011 Solar Decathlon winners. The following are the Secretary’s remarks as prepared for delivery: Good afternoon, I’m delighted to be a part of today’s ceremony. I want to start by thanking everyone who made the 2011 Solar …

By Elisa Wood September 21, 2011 Not so long ago the green energy movement celebrated because President Obama used words like ‘renewable energy’ and ‘climate change’ in his inaugural speech. It was a first for a US president. Now comes the downside of being a political darling. Opponents of green energy – or rather opponents of its proponents – are …

>h2>Filmmaker Craig Rosebraugh Pursues Trail of Environmental Destruction, Illness and Death What happens when an industry has too much power? “Greedy Lying Bastards” presents a searing indictment of the influence, deceit and corruption that defines the fossil fuel industry. From the Gulf Coast to the tiny nation of Tuvalu, from Nigeria and Uganda to Peru and Alaska, filmmaker and political …

Today’s guest post: The global warming or climate change enthusiasts have created a huge focus on saving the planet by promoting environmentally friendly products. Savvy consumers should be careful not to fall for this marketing gimmick called greenwashing. Many of the products we already use are friendlier to the environment than their so-called green counterparts. Pay close attention to the …

By Congressman Jerry McNerney Ph.D., Co-author of Clean Energy Nation: Freeing America from the Tyranny of Fossil Fuels I make it a point to meet with as many people as possible to learn from the experiences of others and stay connected. It’s important to represent my constituents effectively. In the last year, the tone of the conversations has changed. People …

the report shows that in 2010, renewable energy supplied an estimated 16% of global final energy consumption and delivered close to 20% of global electricity production. Renewable capacity now comprises about a quarter of total global power-generating capacity. Including large and small hydropower (an estimated 30 GW added in 2010), renewable energy accounted for approximately 50% of total added power-generating capacity in 2010. In 2010, existing solar water and space heating capacity increased by an estimated 25 gigawatts-thermal (GWth), or about 16%.

GE wind turbines are among the top selling renewable power items on the market today. General electric is one of the couple of companies in the world that invest seriously within alternative, renewable energy dependent products. The organization creates top quality generators that may transform wind energy in to electrical energy without giving off considerable amounts of greenhouse gas. General …

GE wind turbines are among the top selling alternative energy items currently available. GE is among the few companies in the world which invest seriously within alternative, renewable energy dependent products. The organization produces high quality turbines that may transform blowing wind power in to electrical power with out emitting large amounts of greenhouse gasoline. GE produces 1.5 MW series, …

Five major Great Lakes national parks are already feeling the impact of climate change in the forms of rising temperatures, decreased winter ice, eroding shorelines, spreading disease, and a crowding out of key wildlife and plant life, according to a major new report issued today by the Rocky Mountain Climate Organization (RMCO) and Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC).

There are also human concerns with the harvestation of palm oil. Labor violations are a main argument against palm oil. Since palm oil is produced in economically developing areas of the globe, underpaying workers is not uncommon.

The 12,600-panel array will produce enough power to meet approximately 40% of the annual electricity needs at Depot Park, the former Sacramento Army Depot. The installation is one of the largest ground mounted-tracking solar projects in California and the only one located at a Superfund Site within a redeveloped military facility.

Mike Drabble asked: Though mankind has harnessed the wind for centuries to produce energy, interest in this method of power generation has recently intensified as a result of both increases in conventional energy costs and the debate over the extent of humanity’s responsibility for climate change. Policy-makers and generating companies are considering the extent to which wind power can serve …

For years, countries around the world have to depend on oil in order to operate their vehicles. With news that the oil fields in the middle east will soon be depleted which has driven the sale of oil prices, others are now thinking about the future and more are converting water to gas as an alternative solution. One product that …

While it might seem commendable that a home user would think about a personal eco positive initiative such as Solar Energy Panels when the Solar Energy Prices are approximately ?12,000 for a typical family house, surely this is a great personal decision to make? Really for many families that sort of commitment might well mean a lot and would demand …

While it might seem laudable that a domestic customer would consider a personal environmentally supportive initiative such as Solar Energy Panels when the Solar Energy Prices are about ?12,000 for a typical family home, surely this is a large personal decision to make? Indeed for many families that sort of outlay might well mean a lot and would need some …

While it could seem admirable that a home owner would consider a personal green initiative such as Solar Energy Panels when the Solar Energy Prices are about ?12,000 for a typical family building, surely this is a large personal decision to make? Indeed for many families that sort of commitment could well mean a lot and would warrant some investigation …