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Photovoltaic cells—those black squares an array of which comprises a solar panel—are getting more efficient, and gradually less expensive, all the time, thanks to ever-better designs which all them to focus the gathered sunlight on a more and more concentrated point. The size of the cells is decreasing as their efficiency rises, meaning that each cell becomes cheaper to produce …

Simon Oldmann asked: In todays society, Researchers in the United States and around the world are searching for ways to develop alternate forms of fuel. With the ever-rising fuel costs, developing alternate energy is a priority. Bio diesel was developed to combat the high gas and oil prices. It is especially made for use in bio diesel cars and trucks. …

Well the interminable election process is finally over and it ends with a historic day for America. Barack Obama is the new president of the United States. Energy was a big topic during this campaign as both sides tried to illuminate us with their vision of new energy policy for our country in the coming months. So now what? Does …

HERE’S THE BAD NEWS. Engines waste gasoline! Up to 80% of the high-priced gas that you pump doesn’t get you anywhere because it goes UNBURNED to the catalytic converter. That means you are getting 0 MPG (zero, zilch, nada) from most of the over-priced gasoline you pump into your tank. WHY DO COMBUSTION ENGINES WASTE SO MUCH GAS? That’s what …

Alisha Dhamani asked: If it’s a diesel, it’s an alt fuel vehicle by default. Biodiesel blends can be used in any diesel engine; however, it’s important to use the blends in accordance with the manufacturers specs. With more and more clean diesels coming on line, keep your eyes peeled for those ULSD pumps too. With fueling stations in all 50 …

One of the fastest growing companies in the United States is Dallas, Texas based Ambit Energy. Ambit entered the deregulated electricity market in Texas in 2006. Ambit started service in New York with electricity and natural gas service in 2007. In 2008, natural gas service was launched in Illinois. In early 2009, Ambit energy will expand natural gas service into …

M. Markella asked: You have a lot of options if you want to use alternative bio-fuels to run a diesel engine. You can use only vegetable oils by making some modifications to your diesel engine, or you can use a mix of vegetable oils and other original diesel fuels like petroleum or kerosene. But the best by far option, is …

Solar tax credits extended Well we can argue till the cows come home about whether the financial crisis bailout bill is going to work or if it is good for America but one thing is for sure the solar power industry is doing a dance today. Included in the bill that passed the Senate the other day and went before …

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 …

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 …

Anthony Fontanelle asked: The increasing price of petroleum fuel and the increasing threat of global warming had consumers thinking about purchasing green vehicles such as hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles produced by small car companies like ZAP. In Canada, the Zenn electric car is a good choice for consumers looking to own an electric car for their urban traveling needs. …

Joe Thompson asked: The fate of electric cars seems to be sparking still and not completely gone. This is primarily because soon enough, electric cars would again be on the streets and roads. Well, not exactly for every day use and for ownership, but at least, they would be used by world leaders of leading industrialized countries and democracies. Maybe …

solar energy' alt='solar energy' /> Bryan Wong asked: Most power plants in the United States and all over world are using fossil fuels to operate and generate electricity. They have been used as an energy source as long as man has learned to generate power. These traditional fuel sources have been around for ages and when man started using this …

Clean Solar, Inc asked: What do you get when you mix chocolate and wine? In the case of Clean Solar, Inc., you get solar. Silicon Valley Entrepreneur, Randy Zechman, is the founder of City Chocolate Fountains (the largest chocolate fountain rental company in the United States). Jeff Ritchey is a San Jose native and wine guru. He is a wine …

Brennan Howe asked: Many Americans have decided to become more energy independent, and want to play a part in avoiding a very foreseeable energy crisis. They’ve decided to go solar. Creating a solar powered home is an endeavor that requires an initial investment, but the costs are being lowered everyday. Solar power provides long term benefits. Not just for the …

Glady Reign asked: General Motors Corp has set a target for production of an all-electric car in 2010. The information was divulged by Bob Lutz, GM’s product chief and Vice Chairman. Lutz said the major uncertainty facing the Chevrolet Volt, a concept vehicle GM unveiled in January, was whether lithium-ion batteries can be developed to power it economically and safely. …

BY LEADING € 85 MILLION INVESTMENT ROUND IN SULFURCELL Intel Capital Invests in German thin-film solar module developer MUNICH, Germany and SANTA CLARA, Calif., – July 9, 2008 – As an important part of its cleantech investing, Intel Capital, Intel’s global investment organization, has invested € 24 million in Sulfurcell, a leading German developer and manufacturer of thin-film, electricity-generating solar …

Intel Spins off Solar Energy Technology; Intel Capital Invests in SpectraWatt Cogentrix Energy, PCG Clean Energy and Technology Fund, Solon AG also Invest in SpectraWatt to Deliver Solar Cells SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 16, 2008 – To spur new development and demand for renewable energy sources, Intel Corporation is spinning off key assets of a start-up business effort inside Intel’s …

Well in taking advantage of abundant local resources San Joaquin Solar has gotten themselves a contract with PG&E of California to provide 106.8 megawatts (MW) of solar thermal-biofuel hybrid power to the PG&E power grid. The combo energy project is to be built near Coalinga CA, a location only known for a powerful earthquake centered there many years ago. Coalinga …

DuPont and Genencor of Palo Alto, CA have announced they are working together to create the World's-Leading Cellulosic Ethanol Company. Why is this important? Well as you may have read lately there is a large debate over making ethanol from existing food stocks and causing shortages and price in creases for those items such as corn and sugar.