Renewable Energy

Geothermal Energy: From Erupting Volcanoes to Producing Electrical Power
We've all seen pictures of volcanoes blowing their tops. But did you know that, around the world, geothermal plants are using this energy to power homes, offices, and infrastructure? Geothermal Energy Can Hurt and Help Us One of my fondest memories...

Published by Matt Schelke (1,085 pts ) on Oct 23, 2009 to
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The Meaning of Geothermal Energy & Is Geothermal Power Worth the Effort?
Geothermal energy is one of the least approachable forms of renewable power sources, but should it be pushed in the U.S.? Geothermal Energy vs Other Renewable Energies Amongst the debates over alternative fuel sources many of the more conventional...

Published by Shane Burley (63,527 pts ) on Oct 22, 2009 to
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Where Does Renewable Energy Come From? A Look at the Different Energy Sources
A simple and easy to read guide on the different sources of renewable energy. Also learn about the concerns that renewable energy may not be as eco-friendly as they are usually thought of. Sources of Renewable Energy Renewable energy is also known as...

Published by elaine (34 pts ) on Oct 22, 2009 to
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Carbon Nano Tubes Can Make Hydrogen Fuel Possible
Hydrogen would make for a marvelous fuel, if it weren't for a few problems that have to be surmounted to get there. One of those problems happens to be the "storage" problem. However, with a new discovery called Carbon Nano Tubes, it now seems...

Published by Ashwin Satyanarayana (11,855 pts ) on Oct 22, 2009 to
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Oregon Start-Up Hopes to Build a Floating Wind Power Farm
Principle Power is looking to raise $20 million in funding to create a 150-megawatt offshore wind park on the Oregon coast. Principal Power Thinks Power is Blowing in the Wind It isn’t just on the New Jersey shore where you’ll likely find a wind power...

Published by Peter_Suciu (4,261 pts ) on Oct 22, 2009 to
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Questions and Answers About Solar Usage In Germany and the U.S. & Limitations of Harvesting Solar Energy
Bright Hub's interview with Ted Sullivan, Senior Analyst at Lux Research, continues. In part two, Ted discusses the reasons why United States lags in solar usage as well as how the use of solar energy is affected by regional limitations. Ted Sullivan...

Published by Peter_Suciu (4,261 pts ) on Oct 22, 2009 to
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Ted Sullivan of Lux Research Sheds Some Light on the State of the Solar Market
Ted Sullivan, Senior Analyst at Lux Research, talks about the state of the solar market. Ted Sullivan's Interview on the State of the Solar Market Part I Earlier this month a new report from Lux Research entitled “Solar State of the Market Q3 2008...

Published by Peter_Suciu (4,261 pts ) on Oct 21, 2009 to
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Locations of Oil Refineries in the United States
With the decline of the availability of oil some turn away from efforts to find environmentally sustainable alternative fuels and instead search for more oil. Where does oil refinery take place in the U.S.? Few Refineries, But Still Overconsumption...

Published by Shane Burley (63,527 pts ) on Oct 20, 2009 to
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How Venezuela is Using Renewable Energy to Help Reduce Fossil Fuel Consumption
Venezuela is a country known by many for its politics, but its fossil fuel reserves and possibility for renewable energy development is an important global issue. Here we look at how much oil and natural gas Venezuela actually has and consumes, and what...

Published by Shane Burley (63,527 pts ) on Oct 20, 2009 to
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What is Hubbert's Theory of Peak Oil and Why Is There a Debate?
Has oil really hit its peak? Is it in steady decline? There is much to debate about Peak Oil. What is certain is that while we are uncertain how close we are, we can expect to run on empty in the near future. Oil Won't Last Forever Oil, like...

Published by Shane Burley (63,527 pts ) on Oct 19, 2009 to
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