Articles related to "Alternative Energy Source"
Alternative Energy Sources
Simple definitions of the main sources of renewable energy including solar heat, the difference between fossil fuel and biomass; and a description of tidal power.
solar power • solar water heater • solar heat • renewable energy • photovoltaic cells
Simple definitions of the main sources of renewable energy including solar heat, the difference between fossil fuel and biomass; and a description of tidal power.
solar power • solar water heater • solar heat • renewable energy • photovoltaic cells
Alternative Energy Sources in Our Homes
What kinds of alternative energy sources can you implement in your home?
solar • wind • water • alternative energy • energy
What kinds of alternative energy sources can you implement in your home?
solar • wind • water • alternative energy • energy
Biodiesel From Solar Energy
Solar to chemical energy conversion through algae, soy, and other crops can produce biodiesel. The maximum efficiency of this process can be estimated.
biodiesel • biofuel • energy portfolio • algae produce biodiesel • solar power
Solar to chemical energy conversion through algae, soy, and other crops can produce biodiesel. The maximum efficiency of this process can be estimated.
biodiesel • biofuel • energy portfolio • algae produce biodiesel • solar power
Harness Wind Power in 2007
10 Websites that provide information, resources and how-tos about wind power
green living • wind energy • wind power • renewable energy • alternative energy sources
10 Websites that provide information, resources and how-tos about wind power
green living • wind energy • wind power • renewable energy • alternative energy sources
Hydroelectric Alternative Energy Source
Hydroelectric power has the advantages of being able to produce clean energy from the many dams and rivers in the United States.
hydroelectric power • hydroelectric power in america • hydroelectric power from dams • hydroelectric power from rivers • history of hydroelectric power
Hydroelectric power has the advantages of being able to produce clean energy from the many dams and rivers in the United States.
hydroelectric power • hydroelectric power in america • hydroelectric power from dams • hydroelectric power from rivers • history of hydroelectric power
Hydrogen as an Alternative Energy Source
Hydrogen, a carrier of energy, is not an energy source. With greater availability of hydrogen cars, hydrogen production by renewable energy can combat global warming.
hydrogen • hydrogen as a fuel • alternative energy source • alternative fuel • hydrogen fuel
Hydrogen, a carrier of energy, is not an energy source. With greater availability of hydrogen cars, hydrogen production by renewable energy can combat global warming.
hydrogen • hydrogen as a fuel • alternative energy source • alternative fuel • hydrogen fuel
Alternative Fuel: Ethanol
The impact of the Energy Tax Act, the fuel crisis and how this corn-based fuel rose to popularity. But the increase in demand means that alternative fuels are also costly
ethanol fuel • alternative fuel ethanol • gas prices • e85 fuel • gas price per gallon
The impact of the Energy Tax Act, the fuel crisis and how this corn-based fuel rose to popularity. But the increase in demand means that alternative fuels are also costly
ethanol fuel • alternative fuel ethanol • gas prices • e85 fuel • gas price per gallon
America's Greenest Campuses 2008-2009
Schools across the U.S. are becoming more environmental sustainable through the use of alternative energy sources, green construction projects, and other innovations.
green college campus • green university campus • green rating honor roll • alternative energy sources • environmentally friendly construction
Schools across the U.S. are becoming more environmental sustainable through the use of alternative energy sources, green construction projects, and other innovations.
green college campus • green university campus • green rating honor roll • alternative energy sources • environmentally friendly construction
Film Review: An Inconvenient Truth
An Inconvenient Truth by US Vice Pres Al Gore exposes the deadly effects of global warming. If there is no action taken, global warming will be irreversible in 10 years.
an inconvenient truth • global warming • al gore • tipping point • earthrise
An Inconvenient Truth by US Vice Pres Al Gore exposes the deadly effects of global warming. If there is no action taken, global warming will be irreversible in 10 years.
an inconvenient truth • global warming • al gore • tipping point • earthrise
Nuclear Power Plants 101
Nuclear power plants provide about one-fifth of the world's electricity. How do they work? And why do they produce radioactive waste that will remain toxic for centuries?
introduction to nuclear power • nuclear power plants • splitting atoms • alternative energy source • toxic waste
Nuclear power plants provide about one-fifth of the world's electricity. How do they work? And why do they produce radioactive waste that will remain toxic for centuries?
introduction to nuclear power • nuclear power plants • splitting atoms • alternative energy source • toxic waste
Solar Antennae that Generate Power
A team at the Idaho National Laboratories has developed an innovative method to manufacture nanoscale antennae at the right size to capture energy from the sun.
solar antenna • solar power innovation • generating electricity from sunlight • nanoscale manufacturing • solar antenna design
A team at the Idaho National Laboratories has developed an innovative method to manufacture nanoscale antennae at the right size to capture energy from the sun.
solar antenna • solar power innovation • generating electricity from sunlight • nanoscale manufacturing • solar antenna design
The Case for Streamlining the Reactor Process
A new web memorandum by the Heritage Foundation argues for a streamlined process for nuclear reactor construction permits.
nuclear power • nuclear reactor • nuclear energy • alternative energy sources • nuclear construction
A new web memorandum by the Heritage Foundation argues for a streamlined process for nuclear reactor construction permits.
nuclear power • nuclear reactor • nuclear energy • alternative energy sources • nuclear construction
The End of Fossil Energy
A review of John G. Howe's book about peak oil and its implications for modern society
green living • sustainability • peak oil • alternative energy sources • renewable energy
A review of John G. Howe's book about peak oil and its implications for modern society
green living • sustainability • peak oil • alternative energy sources • renewable energy
Visit the Oregon Country Fair
Join jugglers, musicians, artisans, and performers for unique fun at the annual Oregon Country Fair in Veneta this July. All ages welcome and don't forget your costume!
oregon country fair • eugene fair • three day festival oregon • alternative energy sources • culture music oregon
Join jugglers, musicians, artisans, and performers for unique fun at the annual Oregon Country Fair in Veneta this July. All ages welcome and don't forget your costume!
oregon country fair • eugene fair • three day festival oregon • alternative energy sources • culture music oregon
$40 Billion 2006 Profit for Exxon
Exxon-Mobil announced a $39.5 billion profit for 2006.
oil industry • hillary clinton • exxon-mobil • general motors • pfizer
Exxon-Mobil announced a $39.5 billion profit for 2006.
oil industry • hillary clinton • exxon-mobil • general motors • pfizer
Addressing Climate Change Through Energy Policy
Experts and industry leaders agree that renewable energy sources are the way of the future and government policy and legislation is key to their success
biggest economic opportunity of this century • you can bail out the economy • but you cannot bail out the environment • sarah palin’s commitment to offshore drilling • senator obama investment in alternative energy sou
Experts and industry leaders agree that renewable energy sources are the way of the future and government policy and legislation is key to their success
biggest economic opportunity of this century • you can bail out the economy • but you cannot bail out the environment • sarah palin’s commitment to offshore drilling • senator obama investment in alternative energy sou
Alternative Energy
Description of manure as a form of energy provider.
manure • biomass • biogas digesters • alternative energy • wisconsin
Description of manure as a form of energy provider.
manure • biomass • biogas digesters • alternative energy • wisconsin
Alternative Energy Jargon and Definitions
Alternative energy language has developed as technology continues to improve. This primer provides basic background for many clean energy technologies available today.
alternative energy • what is alternative energy • green energy • alternative energy sources • wind energy
Alternative energy language has developed as technology continues to improve. This primer provides basic background for many clean energy technologies available today.
alternative energy • what is alternative energy • green energy • alternative energy sources • wind energy
Carbon Based Energy Sources and the Environment
Traditional sources of energy, such as coal, oil and gas have serious consequences for the environment. Energy production and use can have serious environmental impacts.
carbon based energy sources • environmental impacts • common sources of energy • traditional sources of energy • energy production and use
Traditional sources of energy, such as coal, oil and gas have serious consequences for the environment. Energy production and use can have serious environmental impacts.
carbon based energy sources • environmental impacts • common sources of energy • traditional sources of energy • energy production and use
Environmental Aspects of Using Nuclear Energy
The eco-friendly absence of greenhouse gas emissions from nuclear power, a carbon free source of energy, is negated by other environmental aspects of nuclear energy.
environmental aspects of using nuclear energy • environmental effects of nuclear • nuclear as an alternative energy source • eco-friendly absence of greenhouse gas emissions • carbon free source of energy
The eco-friendly absence of greenhouse gas emissions from nuclear power, a carbon free source of energy, is negated by other environmental aspects of nuclear energy.
environmental aspects of using nuclear energy • environmental effects of nuclear • nuclear as an alternative energy source • eco-friendly absence of greenhouse gas emissions • carbon free source of energy
Environmental Impacts of Alternative Energy
Switching to "clean energy" sources will not solve the environmental problems associated with energy use. Alternative sources of energy can also damage the environment.
environmental impacts of alternative energy • energy can cause environmental stress • alternative sources of energy • environmental problems associated with energy • clean energy sources
Switching to "clean energy" sources will not solve the environmental problems associated with energy use. Alternative sources of energy can also damage the environment.
environmental impacts of alternative energy • energy can cause environmental stress • alternative sources of energy • environmental problems associated with energy • clean energy sources
Sustainable Design Narratives
How do you sell people-developers, home owners, commuters and just-plain Joes-on a more sustainable lifestyle? Chris Turner has the answer.
architect • housing • sustainabile • communities • climate change
How do you sell people-developers, home owners, commuters and just-plain Joes-on a more sustainable lifestyle? Chris Turner has the answer.
architect • housing • sustainabile • communities • climate change
The Scoop On This Poop!
The use of manure for energy, in both the power hungry society of North America and the energy starved country of China.
manure • biogas digesters • alternative energy • china • wisconsin
The use of manure for energy, in both the power hungry society of North America and the energy starved country of China.
manure • biogas digesters • alternative energy • china • wisconsin
Bad Policies Characterize The Age of Oil
The fear of oil shortages has afflicted the West with crises of its own making, but Leonardo Maugeri analyzes the wrong future with little focus on global warming.
leonardo maugeri • the age of oil • oil and energy security • arab-western relations • oil driven policies
The fear of oil shortages has afflicted the West with crises of its own making, but Leonardo Maugeri analyzes the wrong future with little focus on global warming.
leonardo maugeri • the age of oil • oil and energy security • arab-western relations • oil driven policies
Energy Crisis and Spawning Salmon
Fossil fuels and politicians make strange bedfellows. It's time we reduced our dependence on both.
fossil fuel • alternative energy • energy crisis • energy efficiency • energy conservation
Fossil fuels and politicians make strange bedfellows. It's time we reduced our dependence on both.
fossil fuel • alternative energy • energy crisis • energy efficiency • energy conservation
The Economic Rise of Japan and OPEC
In these challenging economic times, the economies of Japan and the OPEC nations continue to remind us that a nation's economic recovery can depend on many factors.
rising economies • third-world economies • economic prosperity • oil and the world • japan rise to power
In these challenging economic times, the economies of Japan and the OPEC nations continue to remind us that a nation's economic recovery can depend on many factors.
rising economies • third-world economies • economic prosperity • oil and the world • japan rise to power
Traveling in Comfort to the Fair
Taking the Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad from the coast to central Maine is a relaxing way to get to the fair, or to just tour the area in comfort.
belfast and moosehead lake railroad • belfast maine • unity maine • belfast maskers • common ground fair
Taking the Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad from the coast to central Maine is a relaxing way to get to the fair, or to just tour the area in comfort.
belfast and moosehead lake railroad • belfast maine • unity maine • belfast maskers • common ground fair
A Month for Eco-Events
Coming conventions, observations and other environment-focused events
international compost awareness week • green energy & transportation show • change the world tour • go green expoworkshopcinema • corporate climate response
Coming conventions, observations and other environment-focused events
international compost awareness week • green energy & transportation show • change the world tour • go green expoworkshopcinema • corporate climate response
Going Green in a Blue Economy
Economy's downturn may get a boost from continuing green movement.
green movement • blue economy • reducing energy use • greening the supply chain • greening it
Economy's downturn may get a boost from continuing green movement.
green movement • blue economy • reducing energy use • greening the supply chain • greening it
Pros and Cons of Solar Generated Power
Soaring utility bills and global warming are making people in many places look at cheaper ways of supplying energy needs for residential homes.
solar panels • pros and cons of solar heating • solar power energy systems • do it yourself solar panels • home solar panels
Soaring utility bills and global warming are making people in many places look at cheaper ways of supplying energy needs for residential homes.
solar panels • pros and cons of solar heating • solar power energy systems • do it yourself solar panels • home solar panels
Residential Wind Power
Though wind turbines have been used for years on farms and in fields to generate electricity, residential wind power is becoming more and more popular.
wind turbine • residential wind power • windmill energy • wind energy • windmill power
Though wind turbines have been used for years on farms and in fields to generate electricity, residential wind power is becoming more and more popular.
wind turbine • residential wind power • windmill energy • wind energy • windmill power
Skateboard Companies Preserve the Environment
Skateboarding groups are spending more time to benefit the environment with eco-friendly practices: manufacturing, use of material, and local collaboration to name a few.
skateboarding • eco-friendly • go-green • pollution • sustainable forestry
Skateboarding groups are spending more time to benefit the environment with eco-friendly practices: manufacturing, use of material, and local collaboration to name a few.
skateboarding • eco-friendly • go-green • pollution • sustainable forestry
The Price of the Presidency: Will Four Dollars a Gallon Affect the Election?
The relationship between gas prices and the presidential election. Will four dollars a gallon inspire cynical voters who stopped voting to make a comeback?
bush • kerry • 2004 • election • gas
The relationship between gas prices and the presidential election. Will four dollars a gallon inspire cynical voters who stopped voting to make a comeback?
bush • kerry • 2004 • election • gas
Alternative Fuel Vehicles, Reduce Oil Dependency
With the dependency of foreign oil and vehicle emissions largely contributing to the global climate change, it becomes apparent that we will need to adapt.
obama and alternative fuel vehicles • reducing greenhouse gasses • hybrid technology • fuel cell vehicles • dependency on foreign oil
With the dependency of foreign oil and vehicle emissions largely contributing to the global climate change, it becomes apparent that we will need to adapt.
obama and alternative fuel vehicles • reducing greenhouse gasses • hybrid technology • fuel cell vehicles • dependency on foreign oil
Debate between Sarah Palin and Joe Biden
This article covers issues discussed in 10/2/2008 debate between U.S. Vice-Presidential candidates, Palin and Biden. Issues included: tax cuts, Iraq, foreign policy.
future of americans • debate between u.s. vice-presidential candidates • ultimate bridge to nowhere • tax cuts for 250 • 000 dollars a year
This article covers issues discussed in 10/2/2008 debate between U.S. Vice-Presidential candidates, Palin and Biden. Issues included: tax cuts, Iraq, foreign policy.
future of americans • debate between u.s. vice-presidential candidates • ultimate bridge to nowhere • tax cuts for 250 • 000 dollars a year
Germany's Elder Statesman Helmut Schmidt
From World War II soldier to German Chancellor during the height of the Cold War, Helmut Schmidt embodies leadership, wisdom, and a genteel graciousness.
helmut schmidt • helmust schmidt as chancellor • helmut schmidt turns ninety • three term german chancellor • german chancellors
From World War II soldier to German Chancellor during the height of the Cold War, Helmut Schmidt embodies leadership, wisdom, and a genteel graciousness.
helmut schmidt • helmust schmidt as chancellor • helmut schmidt turns ninety • three term german chancellor • german chancellors
Iran Joins the Nuclear World?
The Islamic Republic of Iran is edging closer than ever to realising its nuclear dreams, despite attempts by Iraq, the United States and Western Europe to prevent it.
nuclear iran • iraq war • nuclear war • nuclear weaponry • united states
The Islamic Republic of Iran is edging closer than ever to realising its nuclear dreams, despite attempts by Iraq, the United States and Western Europe to prevent it.
nuclear iran • iraq war • nuclear war • nuclear weaponry • united states
La Amistad Biosphere Reserve
Developers target area surrounding largest rainforest in Central America for hydroelectric dams. Endangered and endemic species as well as indigenous peoples affected.
central american rainforest • hydroelectric dams • la amistad biosphere reserve • world heritage site • endemic species
Developers target area surrounding largest rainforest in Central America for hydroelectric dams. Endangered and endemic species as well as indigenous peoples affected.
central american rainforest • hydroelectric dams • la amistad biosphere reserve • world heritage site • endemic species
Obama Taps Steven Chu, Physics Nobel Laureate
Barack Obama's designated energy secretary shared the 1997 Nobel prize in physics. What is the science behind Chu's Nobel prize in physics?
steven chu • barack obama • energy secretary • nobel prize • physics
Barack Obama's designated energy secretary shared the 1997 Nobel prize in physics. What is the science behind Chu's Nobel prize in physics?
steven chu • barack obama • energy secretary • nobel prize • physics
Pickens Plan's Wind Energy Component Hits Snags
The Pickens Plan to establish wind energy as an alternative to non-renewable energy resources such as oil and coal has hit a few snags, including high delivery costs.
pickens plan • wind energy • wind turbine • wind power • tumble in gas prices
The Pickens Plan to establish wind energy as an alternative to non-renewable energy resources such as oil and coal has hit a few snags, including high delivery costs.
pickens plan • wind energy • wind turbine • wind power • tumble in gas prices
Solar Power Helps Cut Diesel and Gas Consumption
A solar-powered trash compactor cuts the number of trips for garbage trucks. Solar-powered public bike-rental stations encourage people to leave their cars at home.
solar panels • solar energy • solar power • solar power systems • solar electricity
A solar-powered trash compactor cuts the number of trips for garbage trucks. Solar-powered public bike-rental stations encourage people to leave their cars at home.
solar panels • solar energy • solar power • solar power systems • solar electricity
Teach With the Book What's So Bad About Gasoline
This book explains the science of fossil fuels while also covering the history of gasoline and oil production. It gives ideas for renewable energy for transportation.
teach with the book what's so bad about gasoline • teaching about fossil fuels while offering green e • book for children telling science of fossil fuels • teach children about renewable energy • book for children telling history of gasoline and
This book explains the science of fossil fuels while also covering the history of gasoline and oil production. It gives ideas for renewable energy for transportation.
teach with the book what's so bad about gasoline • teaching about fossil fuels while offering green e • book for children telling science of fossil fuels • teach children about renewable energy • book for children telling history of gasoline and
The Cure for our Planet's Fever
A review of George Monbiot's book on how to curb global warming
global warming • heat • george monbiot • climate change • carbon sequestration
A review of George Monbiot's book on how to curb global warming
global warming • heat • george monbiot • climate change • carbon sequestration
Thin Film Solar Panels Replace Silicone Wafers
Third generation solar panel technology has arrived in the form of Nanosolar's solar cells printed with nanoparticle paint on a metal foil substrate, saving money.
thin film solar panels • silicone wafer cells • alternative energy devices • new tax credits • photovoltaic
Third generation solar panel technology has arrived in the form of Nanosolar's solar cells printed with nanoparticle paint on a metal foil substrate, saving money.
thin film solar panels • silicone wafer cells • alternative energy devices • new tax credits • photovoltaic
Top Coal Countries
Australia leads the world in coal exports while Japan is the biggest importer of the combustible mineral substance that generates 40% of the world's electricity.
top coal countries • australia leads exports • japan biggest importer • coal-based electricity • coal consuming regions
Australia leads the world in coal exports while Japan is the biggest importer of the combustible mineral substance that generates 40% of the world's electricity.
top coal countries • australia leads exports • japan biggest importer • coal-based electricity • coal consuming regions
Ways to Save Money on Gas
How can you save money on gas? With fuel prices rising, consumers want to know how they can save money on gas and why gas is so expensive.
how to save money on gas • save money gas • why is gas so much money • save money on fuel • gas so expensive
How can you save money on gas? With fuel prices rising, consumers want to know how they can save money on gas and why gas is so expensive.
how to save money on gas • save money gas • why is gas so much money • save money on fuel • gas so expensive
What is Your Carbon Footprint?
A Carbon Footprint is anything humans do during the course of everyday life that produces carbon dioxide and other gases that contribute to the Greenhouse Effect.
carbon footprint • greenhouse gas • green home • going green • conserve energy
A Carbon Footprint is anything humans do during the course of everyday life that produces carbon dioxide and other gases that contribute to the Greenhouse Effect.
carbon footprint • greenhouse gas • green home • going green • conserve energy
Y2K, will we run out of food?
First in a two part series exploring Y2K and the food system.
y2k • food • food supply • food industry • survival
First in a two part series exploring Y2K and the food system.
y2k • food • food supply • food industry • survival
A Clean Sweep
We live in a disposable world, and some manufacturers seem determined to keep it that way. Maybe it's time to just say no.
disposable • disposable society • disposable dust-mop • landfill • reduce
We live in a disposable world, and some manufacturers seem determined to keep it that way. Maybe it's time to just say no.
disposable • disposable society • disposable dust-mop • landfill • reduce
America's Trade Buddies
Telling statistics reveal which countries bought the most American exports & sold the most imports at the expense of Uncle Sam's deficit since the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
america's trade buddies • trade partners of america • partners in trade of america • american exports • american imports
Telling statistics reveal which countries bought the most American exports & sold the most imports at the expense of Uncle Sam's deficit since the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
america's trade buddies • trade partners of america • partners in trade of america • american exports • american imports
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