Renewable Energy Sources and Resources

Photovoltaic | Corning Reaches Milestone In Photovoltaic Glass Program With First Commercial Order

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:42:34 +0000

CORNING, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW – News ) announced today its first commercial order for photovoltaic (PV) glass substrates . This milestone order follows three years of development work and extensive customer engagement, resulting in an engineered glass that enables higher efficiency and lighter weight thin-film photovoltaic modules. The PV glass substrates will .. more …

Electric Car | Strike 2 For The DOE: Electric Car Battery Maker Files Bankruptcy

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:31:50 +0000

Indiana-based electric car battery manufacturer Ener1 filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Thursday. The battery maker received over a quarter of the federal stimulus money granted to projects in the state of Indiana under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act fo 2009, a state which was the second highest recipient of federal stimulus money.Ener1 CEO Alex Sorokin said that in addition to heavy .. more …

Geothermal Energy | U.S. Geothermal Updates Status Of New San Emidio Power Plant

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:07:57 +0000

BOISE, IDAHO–(Marketwire -02/02/12)- U.S. Geothermal Inc. (TSX: GTH.TO – News )(AMEX: HTM – News ), a leading renewable energy company focused on the development, production and sale of electricity from geothermal energy , announced that power plant commissioning at the new 8.6 net megawatt San Emidio power plant, which follows the mechanical completion announced in December, is proceeding. .. more …

Sustainable Energy | It Is Important To Use Fully Qualified Heating Contractors

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:02:41 +0000

There are many heating contractors in the Ireland and they are not all equal. It is important to use the resources available to us to ensure we are dealing with a reputable contractor and that he is using the most efficient equipment. Among the resources providing guidance to contractors would be the Electrical Contractors of Ireland Ltd (RECI), the Register of Gas Installers of Ireland (RGII) and .. more …

Alternative Energy | The New Alternative Energy – Ways To Make Free Electricity With A …

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:48:25 +0000

Magnet power is a completely green energy which is good for the earth’s system of natural resources. It produces absolutely no emissions, no noise and no heat. It is safe for the ecosystem so it should be getting more interest as we look for new alternative energy sources. A magnet power generator is also very low maintenance and can be constructed for a reasonable price. You can find guides and .. more …

Heat Pump | Will A Heat Pump Work In Your Home?

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:33:52 +0000

More and more people are starting to think about trading in their gas or oil furnaces for a heat pump. This is because they can warm a home quite effectively plus, they’re better for the environment because they get their warmth from the air or the ground outside. Also geothermal pumps release no greenhouse gases, and the same cannot be said for gas or oil burning furnaces. In addition to all of .. more …

Electric Car | Zap Releases X Crossover Electric Car Concept Drawings

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:14:17 +0000

The ZAP-X compact crossover SUV images highlight the technology, styling and the potent performance that the company wanted to integrate into the vehicle. The concept will feature all-wheel drive complemented with in-hub electric motors and other performance parts. The vehicle is capable of producing an astounding 644 horsepower and an impressive top speed of 155mph. The performance is achieved by .. more …

What Is Energy | Energy And Heat

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:04:21 +0000

Energy and heat 1. How is temperature measured? 2. What is absolute zero? 3. What is energy? 4. How is energy conserved? 5. Where does our energy come from? Electricity 1. What is a volt? 2. What is a semiconductor? 3. How do electric currents flow? 4. Complex electrical circuits can be printed on to a tiny silicon chip. True/false? 5. What is resistance? [ Answers] Energy and heat 1. .. more …

Sustainable Energy | Energy Efficiency Programs For A More Sustainable Australia

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:00:48 +0000

Australia greatly recognizes that it contributes a considerable amount to the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. The country is also concerned that it is very much exposed to the harmful effects of climate change. This is why its government is undertaking countless projects to help keep its emissions to a minimum. Power companies like Integral Energy, AGL, Synergy, Powerdirect and other retailers .. more …

Alternative Energy | Harqua Gila, LLC Recognizes CRC's Alternative Energy Technology As Solution To Inherent Solar Power Plant Spikes

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:59:30 +0000

PHOENIX, Jan. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — CRC (Pink Sheets: CYSA) receives a Letter of Interest from Harqua Gila, LLC for deployment of its Alternative Energy Technologies. Harqua Gila, LLC is currently developing a multi-phase alternative energy project in La Paz County, Arizona that encompasses two primary components ” solar and hydro production/capture ” and is designed to roll out in expanding .. more …