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Hilal Abdelwali asked: A hybrid-electric vehicle, or HEV, combines an electrical energy storage system with an occupied means of generating electrical energy, usually through the consumption of some type of fuel. Each type of HEV has its own operating quality and chosen design practices, as well as advantages and disadvantages. The development of interior ignition engine vehicles, especially in automobiles, …

Steven Magill asked: Steven Magill Years ago, no one ever thought that solar powered vehicles are even possible. There are solar-powered calculators or solar batteries that can run small devices but as for solar-powered car engines, many have remained skeptical until they finally saw actual vehicles that run on the energy of the sun created for exhibits in various science …

Home energy saving tips are not just for people with old homes that suck up energy because they haven’t been well insulated or the electricity hasn’t been upgraded in 40 years. Home energy saving tips are not just for people who live in nine bedroom homes with bowling alleys in the basement. Home energy saving tips are for everybody who …

Arnold Hexden asked: Solar power has many more uses around your home than just solar heating. The technology has made significant advances and you can now cook, heat your pool and even refrigerate your groceries using energy from the sun. However, your solar home may have issues that you may be unaware of. In this article, we’ll talk about the …

Arnold Hexden asked: With the advent of solar and wind power consumers are changing the way they look at powering their homes. Instead of using polluting fossil fuels, many environmentally conscious people are turning to these clean and renewable energy sources to power their homes and businesses. In this article, we’ll detail how wind and solar energy works and how …

Do you want to know how to build a windmill for power? Many people do and there are people all over the internet with advice on how to build a windmill for power, but only a few actually tell you how to build a windmill for power. So if you can’t find the instructions on the internet, what can you …

Many people love the look of fireplaces in their homes. Having a fireplace creates a warm, inviting feel that makes visitors feel at ease, and creates a centerpiece that enhances the décor of any room. Although fireplaces are usually good for your home’s energy, there are a couple of situations where having a fireplace can actually drain the positive energy …

solar energy' alt='solar energy' /> Anna Hart asked: Portable solar energy power stations may sound, to some, like a dream. They can think of many places where portable solar would be useful, such as the RV they love to take camping, or the boat they use for long fishing trips. They cannot imagine, though, that portable solar energy power stations …

Hydrogen is an element that exists in abundance all over the earth. It can be found in water and natural and renewable matter such as plants, compost materials, even algae. Thanks to its abundance, hydrogen can be converted into hydrogen gas fuel for many of the same uses as fossil fuels. Hydrogen gas fuel in its purest form must be …

Plug-n-play solar chargers have recently come on the market, putting solar power within the reach of just about anyone. You no longer have to be tech savvy in order to harness solar energy. You can find out about the specific types of Plug ‘n Play solar chargers available, and where to find them, at Plug n Play Solar Chargers But …

Solar City, California’s largest solar system installer has announced a new solar lease program that can get homeowners set up with their own solar energy system in their home for as little as $1000 to start and a monthly lease payment that keeps their outlay below their current electricity bill. Wow is all I have to say. For years many …

Madison Greene asked: With a new emphasis on alternative energy, it is no wonder people all over are starting to use the benefits of solar power. It is certainly an everlasting energy source, as long as there is the sun, there will be available solar power. One advantage of this alternative power is that it is a very available energy …

Gregg Hall asked: Have you ever used a battery? Of course you have. It is highly unlikely that there is anyone alive today that has not used a battery. Many times you do not realize how much you depend on batteries until they die and you do not have any spares around. When you think about batteries you may not …

Solar energy consists of the light and heat which is emitted by the sun as electromagnetic radiation. With today’s technology, we are able to capture this radiation and turn it into usable forms of solar energy – such as heating or electricity. Although one could go into technical dissertations on the subject of electromagnetic radiation, how it is converted into …

Home ImprovementPhotovoltaic cells, shaped as black colored square pieces placed in an on a solar panel, are becoming more efficient with each passing day and their designs are getting more efficient at focusing sunlight in concentrated forms with the cost becoming less as well. They are much smaller in size compared to what was offered a few years back, hence …

GoingGreen is slated to come to Cavallo Pt next week and presents a full line up of companies and mover and shakers in the industry of Green Technology. Tony Perkins has brought together another impressive panel of folks to talk about the business of green and to highlight the technological advancements that are making this such a hot sector for …

Drew Hartanov asked: WOW! We are almost all in agreement about at least one form of renewable energy; ninety per cent of Americans think that builders should be offering the option of solar power in new homes. For those unsure of the term: solar power is the term used to describe the resulting energy from the conversion of sunlight into …

Madison Greene asked: Like most people you probably know that now more than ever we need to find alternative energy sources. Solar, nuclear and wind power are all viable options, but solar power is the most popular alternate energy source for residential homes. Beyond knowing that it turns the sun’s rays into electricity, do you really know how it all …

solar energy' alt='solar energy' /> David Tanguay asked: Solar energy is energy that is harnesses from the Sun. The technologies harness the sun’s incredible energy for practical ends. Solar power plants use a variety of methods to collect sunlight and convert this energy into electricity. While the use of solar energy has been used for millennia, it’s potential has only …

Muna wa Wanjiru asked: Popularity of low voltage outdoor lights has been increasing gradually. The solar powered outdoor lighting can be a good choice if you want to brighten up your garden and driveway.  There are many reasons to go for outdoor lighting. Safety is one of the main reasons. As outdoor lighting increases the visibility is can check burglaries. …