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Greener Dawn Research Commences Algae Based Biofuel
Greener Dawn Research believes that the planet is at the verge of moving toward a more energy-efficient global economy with much lower levels of polluting emissions. The group recently released their report on algae-based biofuels.
Wind and Fire Energy for Your Home
The three D’s that can describe fossil fuel are Dangerous, Dirty, and Dwindling. They are bad for the environment, but yet are still the number one source of energy. The good news is that there are cleaner, sustainable energies knocking on our doors. It is high time we welcome them into the picture with open arms. Here’s a quick look at geothermal and wind energy, and how people can harness them for their homes.
Green Oil Anyone?
Something is brewing in Mexico, and it’s not just the dreaded Swine Flu. Sustainable energy will be harnessed to harvest a conventional energy source. Thanks to a new innovation, solar energy will be used to pump petroleum from a Mexican oil well.
A solar electric system will be connected to an existing oil pump. This will be [...]
The Advantages of Biofuels
Oil prices have a great impact on everyone. Every time there’s an increase, people feel it, even if they don’t drive a car. Some suggest we use biofuel to lessen the impact of the rising fuel costs.
But what is biofuel, and how does it differ from fossil fuel?
Biofuel is produced from recycled elements of the food chain, [...]
The Differences Between Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy, & Clean Energy
To most people, the differences between “alternative energy,” “renewable energy,” and “clean energy,” might not be obvious. But each term is unique.
Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Energy is created by harnessing heat which flows from within the Earth. The term “geothermal” is derived from the Greek words “geo,” meaning “earth,” and “thermos,” or “heat.”
How does Geothermal Energy Work?
Hot water or steam from within the earth can be used to heat establishments, or to produce electricity. It is one source of renewable energy [...]
Converting a Car to Biodiesel
A car running on biodiesel can save a lot of gas for its owner. Not only that, but this alternative fuel emits less carbon dioxide, making it more environmentally friendly than an engine which runs on conventional fossil fuel.
A regular car, running with a diesel engine, can run on biodiesel, which is a non-petroleum based [...]
Understanding Biodiesel Filters
Biodiesel fuel has been gaining some attention as a worthy alternative to petroleum fuel for some time now. But the actual procedure in processing the biodiesel can be risky as it can considerably damage your engine or any machinery that is associated with the biodiesel usage unless there is proper filtering.
This is the primary role of [...]
Biodiesel
Oil and its alternatives, such as biodiesel, are continuously in the news. When oil prices go up, it seems that everyone is affected. Many countries’ economies depend on oil. And this is one reason why people are looking for a cleaner and cheaper alternatives to our conventional fossil fuels.
One of these alternative forms of energy is biodiesel.
What [...]
The Solar Tower
A solar tower is a device that converts solar thermal energy (heat from the sun) into electricity. Solar towers are suitable for large-scale power generation.
The Basic Component Parts of a Solar Tower Energy Plant:
Solar Tower – The solar tower is simply a large structure with a boiler (a tank used to heat liquids) at the top. The boiler collects [...]
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