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06th October 2009
The United States produces 6 billion metric tons of CO2 annually. Yes that is Billion! Forty percent of carbon dioxide (CO2) generated in the US comes from the generation of electricity. We are certainly not the only offender, but we are one of, if not th... Read >
Author: SusanO05th October 2009
The concept of wind energy is not a new one, in fact, wind generated power has been employed for centuries. Wind holds much potential in accomplishing the goal of clean energy. The wind is used to accomplish tasks every day, and if it can be adequately an... Read >
Author: Eco20/2005th October 2009
In the UK, debates surrounding renewable energy and the increasing importance of cutting our carbon emissions have mostly centred around the planning and development of wind farms and other sources - which take a significant amount of time to establish an... Read >
Author: MarkeD05th October 2009
Wind power, which is one of the most renewable energy sources known to man, is harnessed through wind turbines in wind farms. When fully operational, wind farms can significantly contribute to electricity generation while lessening man's carbon footprints... Read >
Author: Eco20/2005th October 2009
When in 2005 the federal Production Tax Credits (PTC) for companies producing renewable power was renewed, it sent a message far and wide that the renewable energy industry was worth getting into, with the promise of profitability, energy efficiency, and ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle02nd October 2009
Free energy is all around us. Thanks to the sun, energy hits the earth every day. The reason you pay for energy is, it costs to collect and deliver this energy. The power companies don't make energy. They collect it or convert it and then deliver it. What... Read >
Author: Woody Wilson01st October 2009
Wind offers a lot of benefits known to man - making kites fly and surfing possible to name a few. However, beyond that, wind energy powers a lot of homes worldwide. What is Wind Power exactly?
Wind movements are affected by different factors like the s... Read >
Author: DW30th September 2009
Free energy is all around us. Thanks to the sun, energy hits the earth every day. The reason you pay for energy is, it costs to collect and deliver this energy. The power companies don't make energy. They collect it or convert it and then deliver it. What... Read >
Author: Woody Wilson28th September 2009
Renewable energy can be classified as any naturally generated energy, which includes but is not limited to wind, rain, tidal power, sunlight, running water, geothermal energy and bio fuels. The key element of all those sources of power is that they are na... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton24th September 2009
Wind power is an incredibly clean renewable power source. To capture the energy in wind, wind farms are used. So, how about wind farm efficiency?
Wind Farm Efficiency
Wind power is the process by which wind is used to generate power or electricity.... Read >
Author: wbdoyle24th September 2009
How heartening after decades of decay and the destruction of many old fine homes, to see a revival of Scotland’s Castles. After the war when many properties which had been either closed up or badly damaged by their war time guests, were facing a grim fu... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
Fuel costs and global warming are becoming a bigger concern for people in their daily lives. If you are considering going green, wind is an energy platform with a lot of positives.
Reasons Wind Power Is a Viable Energy Solution
Using the wind to har... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
In today's economy, with America's increasing consumption of electricity and natural resources, the possibility of an inexpensive, renewable and reliable energy source is seen by consumers as a breath of fresh air. That's where wind energy comes in.
Ac... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
For the first time since the oil shortages in the 1970s, efforts to convert to renewable energy have accelerated. In the case of wind power in Maine, this has caused an odd conflict.
Environmentalists and the Wind Power Debate In Maine
If you have ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
Wind farms need to cover a lot of physical space to produce large amounts of electricity. In many industrialized countries, space is at a premium. They do not produce gases or other by products like other generators do, that poison the environment and any... Read >
Author: Christopher West21st September 2009
In 2007, the European Union pledged to significantly reduce carbon emissions by 2020. To further this goal, European countries have agreed to produce 20% of their energy from renewable sources such as wind farms and solar energy. Sweden has the most ambit... Read >
Author: Nealmedia19th September 2009
Believe it or not, The Sun Causes Wind
The sun could be called "the master of the wind". In other words; the sun, or heating from the sun, causes the wind and with wind we have wind power. The earth's surface can effect the speed the surface heats and ... Read >
Author: DW17th September 2009
Most countries in the world today understand that we are standing at a 'now or never' precipice. The more we delay our quest for a clean, renewable source of energy, the more dependant we will grow on environmentally unfriendly fossil fuels, and let our e... Read >
Author: georgerydley15th September 2009
There is a growing global trend in using renewable energy, and based on the numbers, we could very well be looking at it as our primary energy source of the future.
Renewable energy may be the answer to addressing the most pressing environmental concer... Read >
Author: Mel C07th September 2009
Grounding is clearly one of the most important aspects of electrical design, but it steadfastly continues to be misinterpreted and misunderstood. Millions of dollars in liability and loss can be attributed to ground-fault arcing; thus, grounding-related i... Read >
Author: MikeD02nd September 2009
The energy needs for the UK’s businesses and households come from gas and electricity, which – in the case of gas – is largely imported or provided by a network of more than 2,000 power stations. The power plants rely mostly on coal, gas and nuclear... Read >
Author: kIM28th August 2009
Everyone from senior citizens to young children is aware of the fact that people need to think and behave in an environmentally friendly manner. We must recycle, use fewer resources and think about the effects of our actions on the planet. This means we m... Read >
Author: The Outdoor Guy25th August 2009
With all of the new wind power being implemented in the United States over the past few years, there has been a serious shortage of preventive maintenance technicians. The biggest problem with this is not just the increased cost of repair when wind turbin... Read >
Author: ComitSteve24th August 2009
In today's world, there is more necessity than ever to build your own wind generator. With the rising cost of gas and the volatile nature of the places from which much of it is imported, it becomes more important to wean the country off of oil. There are ... Read >
Author: Jack Wilson18th August 2009
In the coming years we are likely to see the number of wind farms around the world rocket as more and more countries harness this clean and cheap source of electricity.
We live in an energy conscious world today and more and more people are seeking ways ... Read >
Author: Lord Abnev Solutionfinders18th August 2009
Did you know that thousands of home owners around the globe using simple guides to build their own solar power system.
Do you want to know more about how you can make changes that will help you to cut down on your electricity? Are you interested in pro... Read >
Author: 1kerstin15th August 2009
Peanut Power?
When you first begin looking into renewable power, you'll find there are several choices. There's ethanol, wind and solar energy, magnetic power and if you dig deep enough you'll probably even come across wild options like Tesla machines ... Read >
Author: James Gilbert11th August 2009
Recent developments in the tidal power sector are causing many to speak out against the UK government's reliance on wind power to ensure we meet our renewable energy goals. According to The Times, if the government wants to hit its target, the UK needs t... Read >
Author: MarkeD10th August 2009
Tackling climate change has been high on the list of priorities for politicians and leaders around the world recently. Governments across the globe are making pledges to cut carbon emissions and work together in order to create a brighter future for ever... Read >
Author: Vicky Cochrane07th August 2009
Wind Power: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
Historical background in brief
People have been using wind power from the time immemorial.
Originally they learnt to transform kinetic energy of wind stream into mechanical one. There appeared lots of differ... Read >
Author: Stanislav Gusak18th July 2009
Humans have been using wind power to help with work for centuries. The most well liked example of this is the wind mill which is used to help process grains. However, in recent years the focus of wind power has shifted to generating electricity. Wind p... Read >
Author: Kelly Huffman18th July 2009
Humans have been using wind power to help with work for centuries. The most popular example of this is the wind mill which is used to help process grains. However, lately the focus of wind power has shifted to generating electricity. Wind power to gene... Read >
Author: Kelly Huffman28th June 2009
Read on to learn about the advantages of owning a mini wind turbine.The prices of power continue to rise on a daily basis, the best way to slash electric prices is to use green green electric sources. Using wind to create electric is one of the most si... Read >
Author: Jackson Stone26th June 2009
Read on to learn about the advantages of owning a mini wind turbine.Power prices continue to rise on a day-to-day basis, the very best way to save money on the price of energy is to use green energy. The use of wind to make power is one of the most depend... Read >
Author: Jackson Stone22nd June 2009
Energy costs are continually rising. The best way that you can combat this is to make use of green electric sources. The use of windmills for electricity to make power is one of the most dependable and simple solutions available today. Using a home built... Read >
Author: Jackson Stone01st June 2009
While you might hear a lot about renewable energy sources such as solar power and wind farms, the harsh reality is that, at present, the majority of energy that is used to heat our homes, propel our automobiles, and power our appliances, still comes from ... Read >
Author: Dave Sabri18th May 2009
Four New European Resellers Appointed
Iskra Wind Turbines launches today its new company brand – Evance, and announces four new European resellers.
The rebrand to Evance - an amalgamation of ‘energy’ and ‘advance’ – has been developed ... Read >
Author: Carrot Communications07th May 2009
If you are considering a move to Fort Worth, Texas, you need to know what kind of job prospects await you. After all, it is not the best time to find a job. Fortunately, Fort Worth is doing well. They have a multifaceted job market. And if you are a rente... Read >
Author: michael russell 17th April 2009
There is a lot of talk in the media about “green-collar” jobs, the road to recovery and renewed prosperity through such jobs. Hundreds of thousand of unemployed workers are asking themselves two questions: What is a "green-collar" job? And where can ... Read >
Author: J.L. Marcoux16th April 2009
The idea of using the sun or the wind as a means of generating energy is but overwhelming. This entails that the sources of energy are clean and safe to use, thus, undamaging to the environment. Moreover, they have no limits and are renewable. What is bes... Read >
Author: Liz Ays15th April 2009
Wind power is the route to the future. Several areas of the country that are experimenting with the manufacture of wind farms are discovering that they are more then able to preserve sufficient amounts of wind generated electricity to sustain the amount r... Read >
Author: trippmarxx05th April 2009
What is Wind Energy?
You may be surprised by the following fact: wind is a form of solar energy. It is produced by rotation of the earth, the uneven heating of the atmosphere by the sun, and the irregularities of the earth's surface.
Wind flow patte... Read >
Author: Dar01st April 2009
There is a lot of energy that we can harness if we only seek to research and develop the technologies needed to do so. We can get away from the fossil fuels and the old electrical grids by turning to alternatives to these energy sources.
One of these ... Read >
Author: Jimmy Spier01st April 2009
Renewable wind energy is the fastest growing supply of power of any renewable energy sources and technologies. With renewable wind energy, the flow of air turns wind turbines to create electricity. As the speed of the wind turning the turbines increases t... Read >
Author: Alex25th March 2009
There are many different forms in which alternative energy is available.
One of these is solar power. Solar power is driven by photovoltaic cells, and these are progressively getting less expensive and more advanced. Solar energy power can be used for... Read >
Author: Jimmy Spier13th March 2009
Wind power might be invisible to the eye, but it can potent when correctly harnessed.
Wind has been a source of energy for a long time. It was used by the Chinese and by the Babylonians 4,000 years ago, to power pumps for irrigation. In The Middle Ag... Read >
02nd March 2009
With growing concern over the environmental impact of our lifestyles, most gas and electricity suppliers now offer a selection of green tariffs in an attempt to mitigate pollution and the release of greenhouse gases. In other words, they are working to cl... Read >
Author: MarkeD26th February 2009
It’s hard to escape news of the energy challenges the United States will continue to face in the coming decades. As we try to move past a petroleum-powered economy, consumers will increasingly turn to wind energy as a way to keep the lights on while pre... Read >
Author: Mel Joelle10th February 2009
What some believe to be the best electricity generator, Wind. It’s clean, it’s totally renewable and in many locations around the world, it’s constant. Over the last half decade, may new wind farms have been developed and yet, we still only manufa... Read >
Author: Stove Smith28th January 2009
While wind today provides only a small percentage of our national electricity needs, it is an immense energy resource and is the fastest-growing energy supply technology available.In today's economy,with energy issues becoming a regular subject in the new... Read >
Author: topgear28th January 2009
For anyone who has been to University, one of the aspects they hope to forget sooner is usually the accommodation. Remember if you can: eight people to a fridge; parties keeping you awake; security shutting your parties down; wet rooms,; rats. However, ... Read >
Author: MarkeD22nd January 2009
Should We Harvest A Natural Resource: Wind Power?
In today's economy, with increasing use of electricity and natural resources, the possibility of a low-cost, inexhaustible and dependable energy source is seen by consumers as a breath of fresh air in ... Read >
Author: topgear20th January 2009
It has long been observed and proven that nature has already provided man with enough resources for energy—sunlight, geothermal heat, tides, and wind. Because these energy are abundant, in fact, so abundant that they could be replenished perpetually, th... Read >
Author: climatarians2020th January 2009
This past few years saw rising interest expressed for renewable energy—the kind of energy that is abundant and free, being taken from natural resources like sunlight, water, rain, geothermal heat, wind, and tides. Because of concern over dwindling fuel ... Read >
Author: climatarians2016th January 2009
The Irish are currently pursuing energy independence and the further development of their robust economy through the implementation of research and development into alternative energy sources. At the time of this writing, nearly 90% of Ireland's energy ne... Read >
Author: Jessica Santoli14th January 2009
There is a lot of talk in the new US administration about developing green projects and industries in the years ahead. However, the most efficient way of becoming more environmentally friendly, is at the individual level. The increasingly varied options ... Read >
Author: Peter O'Grady09th January 2009
Managing land and property can sometimes be difficult; other times just a hassle for you to do it. If you could give this job to someone else, would you? There is an option to get a chartered surveyor to do this as they provide services like this so it ta... Read >
Author: Spot Biddle08th January 2009
The economic news continues to herald even more horrible times up ahead. If only January were here, already! If President-elect Barack Obama manages to pull off the public works improvements he is proposing, maybe blue skies are on the horizon.
On ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer12th December 2008
The United Kingdom's government pledged to lower the UK's carbon emissions by eighty percent by 2020 compared to 1990 levels. Recently, however, UK public has begun to wonder if the government is as dedicated to the cause as they claim to be.
Wallst... Read >
Author: Tal Potishman02nd December 2008
The Renewables Obligation is an instrument of financial support provided by the United Kingdom Government for generators of renewable electricity. The renewables obligation (RO) is set at a level which rises each year toward a UK and EU target. The RO is ... Read >
Author: Steve Last02nd December 2008
The Renewables Obligation is the main financial support scheme for large-scale generators of renewable electricity. The renewables obligation is set at a level which varies year by year. The level of the obligation is not the same as a target. The obligat... Read >
Author: Steve Last02nd December 2008
The Renewables Obligation is an instrument of financial support provided by the United Kingdom Government for generators of renewable electricity. The renewables obligation (RO) is set at a level which rises each year toward a UK and EU target. The RO is ... Read >
Author: Steve Last02nd December 2008
The Renewables Obligation is the main financial support scheme for large-scale generators of renewable electricity. The renewables obligation is set at a level which varies year by year. The level of the obligation is not the same as a target. The obligat... Read >
Author: Steve Last01st December 2008
Thanksgiving. Christmas. Hanukkah. Kwanzaa. New Years. Just reading the names of these holidays can stir up feelings of excitement, wonder and celebration. We get together with people we love and celebrate life. We eat and drink and talk about the year t... Read >
Author: Ben Anton27th November 2008
If you are looking to converse your land then it is essential you carry out management agreement and look into conservation management. It may be that you will need to agree access agreements if you are looking to conserve your land from other people usin... Read >
Author: Spot Biddle26th November 2008
Are you ready to ELIMINATE YOUR POWER BILL WHILE SAVING THE PLANET? Here is your opportunity to do your part in helping preserve valuable natural resources. But, even more of a benefit to you is that you will be able to REDUCE YOUR POWER BILL by as much... Read >
Author: cobra0123rd November 2008
Al Gore, our former Vice President and Nobel Prize recipient, has done more than any other human being to warn the world of an impending, global, ecological crisis.
On November 9, 2008 he published an OP-ED article in the New York Times explaining his ... Read >
Author: drklaus14th October 2008
As people worldwide learn more about the effects of global warming on the environment, wind turbines and wind farms are becoming increasing popular as a source of renewable energy that is capable of replacing conventional power sources. Pleasing those w... Read >
Author: John Mahoney22nd September 2008
Though mankind has harnessed the wind for centuries to produce energy, interest in this method of power generation has recently intensified as a result of both increases in conventional energy costs and the debate over the extent of humanity’s responsib... Read >
Author: Mike Drabble18th September 2008
Wind is a natural environmental occurrence in which air flows at varying rates throughout isolated areas or on a global scale. Since wind is a force, it can be put to use if harnessed appropriately.
Wind power is not new, and has been used for thousand... Read >
Author: Justin Kander09th September 2008
If you gain experience in building wind turbines for your home, it won’t only reduce your power bills and maybe get back some money from the power company like in California, but as a recent survey shows there is a serious shortage of qualified wind tur... Read >
Author: Earth2Power11th June 2008
Several cities across the US are noted for their progressive city governments and citizenry in regards to environmental issues. Known as "green cities", they not only initiate and practice policies that promote clean air and water, but often promote othe... Read >
Author: Ki Gray20th May 2008
If you are fortunate enough to have a swimming pool, there are a few things to remember. It is important to have the pool heated. It is also good to have a cover for the pool to keep the water clean. There are ways to do both at one time but only one way ... Read >
Author: Joseph08th May 2008
Several cities across the US are noted for their progressive city governments and citizenry in regards to environmental issues. Known as �green cities�, they not only initiate and practice policies that promote clean air and water, but often promote ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer28th April 2008
Wind Turbines and Windmills in Europe
Europe is one of the highest rated countries concerning the use of wind turbines. Wind turbines generate more electricity for Europe as an alternative source of energy than the United States.
European Wind turbi... Read >
Author: DJ Bankey18th April 2008
Companies are constantly working on new technology in Wind Turbine. Different types are tested for durability, performance, and efficiency. Wind turbine companies expand to a global field. Just as wind turbines are all over the world today.
Even t... Read >
Author: DJ Bankey24th January 2008
Wind power has long been a source of renewable energy, as evidenced by the many windmills of centuries past. The flow of air is used to run wind turbines, some of which can produce up to 5 megawatts of power. The most common wind turbines for renewable en... Read >
Author: Christopher28th August 2007
Wind energy is a tried and tested technology that has been used for centuries. More recently it has become a popular way to generate electricity, as concern has grown about man-made Climate Change. Electricity generated from the wind does not produce any ... Read >
Author: Alex Perry18th April 2007
Accounts Receivable Financing- Cleantech explores the emerging definitions of “cleantech” and world of “cleantech industries” at a time when the world is increasingly concerned with global warming, our energy supply and pollution. Accounts receiv... Read >
Author: Gregg Elberg19th February 2007
As fossil fuels become a more limited resource, society is casting around for new energy sources. Interestingly, a lot of interest in the ocean as an energy platform is starting to be generated.
The oceans of the world are obviously vast. They also co... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo29th January 2007
When people think of wind power as a renewable energy, they tend to envision images of a couple of wind turbines twirling in the wind. The Tehachapi Wind Farm is an example of wind power on a large scale.
The Tehachapi wind farm is located in Kern Cou... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo29th January 2007
Much of the discussion of renewable energy sounds great, but what are the practical numbers? Well, wind power started to show tangible results in 2006 in the US.
Wind power is simply the harvesting of the wind currents to create energy for our electri... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo15th September 2006
Canada is known for having wide open spaces, which means plenty of wind. Here is a guide to wind energy in Canada.
Wind Energy - Canada
Many countries in the world have started to tap in to the rich energy resource known as wind energy. While some ... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo15th September 2006
When many people think of German, they think of a large oil based industrial nation. In truth, Germany is a leader in wind energy. Here is a guide to wind energy in Germany.
Wind Energy - Germany
When looking at countries that use wind energy, Germ... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo06th August 2006
The beauty of the Hawaiian Islands is undisputed. If you look closely at the lush green hills, you might just see wind farms producing energy for homes and business at the beach.
Wind Farms In The Hawaiian Islands
Wind power is an alternative energy... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo29th July 2006
Wind power is an incredibly clean renewable power source. To capture the energy in wind, wind farms are used. So, how about wind farm efficiency?
Wind Farm Efficiency
Wind power is the process by which wind is used to generate power or electricity.... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo25th July 2006
For the first time since the oil shortages in the 1970s, efforts to convert to renewable energy have accelerated. In the case of wind power in Maine, this has caused an odd conflict.
Environmentalists and the Wind Power Debate In Maine
If you have ... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo17th July 2006
Fuel costs and global warming are becoming a bigger concern for people in their daily lives. If you are considering going green, wind is an energy platform with a lot of positives.
Reasons Wind Power Is a Viable Energy Solution
Using the wind to har... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo27th June 2006
How heartening after decades of decay and the destruction of many old fine homes, to see a revival of Scotland's Castles. After the war when many properties which had been either closed up or badly damaged by their war time guests, were facing a grim futu... Read >
Author: Patrick Altoft20th May 2006
As modern society searches around for alternative energy sources, wind farms are getting mention. There are, however, limitations regarding wind farms as major energy alternatives.
Wind Farms Limitations as Energy Platforms
Wind power is an entic... Read >
Author: Rick Chapo27th March 2006
In Saddleworth, near Greater Manchester, an eco-war is waging. United Utilities want to build seven 350 foot wind turbines.
These will generate enough power to supply the average electricity needs of 8,500 homes in the local area. This wind farm is no... Read >
Author: Davinos Greeno18th November 2005
Wind is produced from the uneven heating of the atmosphere and irregularities in the earth's surface. The air movement between these areas is what we refer to as wind. Just as we can use flowing water to turn turbines, we can harness the power of the wi... Read >
Author: Hans Dekker
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