Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Hydrogen, Green Daily Sometimes, it seems like people are out there studying things just to get our little community here up in arms. Case in point, a study published in Science Direct that looks at the well-to-wheels … [Read more...]
The Ethanol Decade
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The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) is calling the decade of the 2000’s “the era when biofuels came of age.” The ethanol advocacy organization reflects on the last ten years: As we prepare to begin a new decade, the Renewable … [Read more...]
Iberdola Completes 149-mw North Dakota Wind Farm
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Construction is complete on a 149-megawatt wind farm in North Dakota. This post on RenewableEnergyWorld.com says the $300 million Iberdrola Renewables Rugby Wind Power Project near Rugby, North Dakota with 71 turbines created more than 250 … [Read more...]
Biodiesel Makers Could Get New Hedging Tool
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Biodiesel producers could get a new trading instrument that will help them hedge against fluctuations in the price of feedstocks and the actual fuel. Biodiesel Magazine reports that if a new trading instrument proposed by the Chicago Mercantile … [Read more...]
Investors Expect 2010 To Be A Big Year for Clean Tech
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Image via Seven Null7 A new survey shows that clean tech investing will do just fine in 2010, despite the unfortunate outcome of the Copenhagen talks. The Jeffreys survey shows that globally, investments will remain healthy but particularly strong … [Read more...]
Just What We Needed Dept: Birdwatchcam Takes Pictures For Birdwatchers Short On Time
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Images via Designboom Touted as a device for avid birdwatchers who don't have time to get out in the field, the Birdwatchercam can be mounted to a tree to track your feathered friends. But, if you're an avid birdwatcher, wouldn't you rather see … [Read more...]
Green Erg Device Rolls Behind You For "Lots" of Kinetic Power
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Photo via Green Erg This is, well, strange. It's a device you can drag around behind you to gather kinetic energy. Called the Green Erg, it is a human-powered electricity-generator developed by Dr. Cedrick Ngalande, who hopes that it will be a … [Read more...]
Cool Clocks Use Recycled Bike Parts, Offer Perfect Example of Make-Don’t-Buy Project
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Image via Olive Barn These clocks made in part from recycled bike components are a fun addition to a room. However, the specifics on it show that for some home accessories, it's probably better to break out the tool box than to shell out money for a … [Read more...]
Purchasing A New Home Benefits Pre-Installed Central Heating
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Buying a new home is the preferred choice for many people who don’t like the idea of living in an older house. Even the recession isn’t putting people off wanting a new home. With this rise in demand, it is clear to see one of the … [Read more...]
Solar Power Roundup End of 2009
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As the year draws to a close we wanted to bring you the latest in talk and news from around the world on solar power and solar energy solutions. India's Largest Utility to set up 301 MW Solar Power – buildaroo.com Read more on Solar Power … [Read more...]