Winter olympics reduces its energy usage
Pulse Energy, the energy management software provider to the 2010 Olympic Games, released figures from the company’s Venue Energy Tracker today revealing a savings of 135,716 kilowatt hours of electricity (kWh) during the first week of competition, which is a 16 percent reduction compared to unmonitored consumption levels. That’s enough for Julia Murray, a Canadian freestyle skier, to race down the ski-cross course more than 14 million times.
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Energy Efficiency Will Change the Way the World Creates and Uses Energy
Mr. George Pataki, former Governor of New York and current counsel at Chadbourne & Parke, LLP, said today at the Eilat-Eilot Renewable Energy Conference (www.eilatenergy.org) that increasing energy efficiency around the world will forever change the way that energy is produced and used.
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Tags: efficiency, eilat-eilot, electricity, Energy, power, renewables, solar, Technology, wind
New Book Empowers and Educates Homeowners on Financial and Environmental Benefits of Solar Energy
With so much government aid available for first time home buyers, real estate fever has hit hard across the country, particularly among Generation X. But even if buyers are getting these older bungalows or foreclosed fixer-uppers on the cheap, the hard reality is that energy costs are once again on the rise and older homes are often not designed for maximum efficiency. This winter, author, mechanical engineer, and solar energy specialist Neil Kaminar offers Solar Basics: The Easy Guide to Solar Energy (McNeill Hill; ISBN 978-0-9840510-0-7; 2009; $24.95) to any dedicated do-it-yourselfer who wants to save money and reduce the impact they have on fossil fuels.
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Tags: amazon, book, climate change, diy, easy guide, electricity, Energy, global warming, green, meil kaminar, photvalaic, solar, solar energy
Eilat-Eilot International Renewable Energy Conference to Showcase the Future of Smart Grid Technology
The Eilat-Eilot International Renewable Energy Conference (www.eilatenergy.com), one of the world’s most important renewable energy events, announced today that at this year’s conference, to be held in Eilat from February 16-18, the world’s leading smart grid experts will present their vision of the future of the smart grid and the global impact it will have on reducing the world’s energy usage.
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Tags: architecture, eilat-eilot, electricity, Energy, ibm, power, renewable energy, smart grid, Technology
Timely Study Reveals American Opinions on Alternative Energy
With major pieces of energy-related legislation before Congress, a new study published by The Pert Group illuminates the general public’s views on alternative energy and identifies four key segments that represent the range of opinions among Americans.
The Pert Group’s study is based on 1,005 interviews conducted with a representative cross-section of the American public in September 2009. The survey findings reflect the beliefs and attitudes of the American public regarding:
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Tags: alternative energy, bio fuels, climate change, climate crunch, coal, Energy, environment, global warming, hydro, nuclear, resources, solar, tide, wind
Eilat-Eilot International Renewable Energy Conference to Showcase the Future Leaders of the Solar Industry
The Eilat-Eilot International Renewable Energy Conference (www.eilatenergy.com), one of the world’s most important renewable energy events, announced today that eleven emerging Israeli solar companies will present their innovative technologies at the conference, which will be held February 16-18 in Eilat , Israel .
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Tags: alternative, eilat-eilot, electric, electricity, fuel, renewable energy, showcase, solar
WWF Earth Hour Returns for 2010 in Largest Call for Action on Climate Change in History
World Wildlife Fund announced today that Earth Hour 2010 will take place on Saturday, March 27 from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm, with many of the nation’s most iconic landmarks dimming their lights for one hour in what is expected to be the largest call for action on climate change in history.
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Eilat-Eilot International Renewable Energy Conference
The Eilat-Eilot International Renewable Energy Conference (www.eilatenergy.com), one of the world’s most important renewable energy events, announced today that former governor George E. Pataki and New York Congressman Steve Israel (D-Huntington) will deliver keynote addresses at the conference, which will be held February 16-18 in Eilat , Israel .
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Tags: conservation, eilat-eilot, electricity, Energy, greenhouse gas, hydro, israel, pataki, power, renewable energy, solar, wind
New Affordable Solar Energy eBooks Available Free
Go-Green-Solar-Energy.com is pleased to announce a new collection of Affordable Solar Energy eBooks and resource library which was designed to assist newcomers to solar energy in finding the information and resources they need to begin to use affordable solar energy in their homes.
This information is designed to help people who wish to use solar energy at any level, whether it be to solar power their entire home, or by starting out with one of the many new solar appliances or portable solar devices now available. ” said M.S. Rochell, editor of the site.
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Tags: battery, ebooks, electric, electricity, Energy, free, go green solar energy, homes, panels, photovalaic, solar
£50m to put developing countries at forefront of green energy revolution
Some of the world’s poorest nations will be thrust to the forefront of the global green energy revolution with the help of a £50 million commitment from the UK Government.
The funding, part of the UK commitment to provide “fast start” climate finance before 2012, will see the UK become the largest contributor to a £160 million global initiative to help boost the renewable energy sector in low-income countries.
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Tags: carbon emissions, copenhagen, geothermal, green energy, green energy revolution, hydroelectric, power plants, renewables, turbine, wind
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The Wood-Eating Gribble May Hold the Key to Biofuel Production
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What’s a Gribble? It’s a tiny marine shrimp found on the southern coast of Britain — and its ability to digest wood may provide a breakthrough in efficient biofuel production. Researchers are studying the gribble’s digestion process at a new UK bioenergy centre in order to synthetically copy the process so that grasses, husk, straw [...] [Inhabitat Energy]
Rwanda Turns to Trapped Methane For Electricity, Growth
[Technology] A project that aims to harvest energy from a potentially disastrous situation in Rwanda's Lake Kivu aims to turn risk into reward, and bring much-needed power to a developing economy. [GreenBiz Technology]
World's top scientists to review climate panel
[News] AP - At a tumultuous time in U.N.-led climate negotiations, one of the world's most credible scientific groups agreed Wednesday to plug the recent cracks in the authoritative reports of the United Nations' Nobel Prize-winning global warming panel. [Yahoo! Green News]
Totally Cool and Easy to Make Recycled Plastic Bags Rain Boots
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Photos: Courtesy of Louis Rigano.
We've seen plenty of things with fused plastic bags, one of the best being the Chilean plastic bags boots we featured last year. However, few look like something that you would wear or that can be easily done. Until now.... Read the full story on TreeHugger [TreeHugger Fashion]
Ford Launches Cheap Micro-Car For India
[Transport]
In the coming decades, India will emerge as a huge car market due to its population and rapid economic growth. Already China surpassed America in the number of cars sold last year, and both markets represent opportunities for American car companies. GM has a firm foothold in China, and Ford seems to be turning their eye towards India for expansion.
In a bid to boost their Indian market share, Ford introduced a car tailor-made for India back in September; the Figo, Italian for “cool”. That car is now officially on sale, aimed at the average Indian who wants something more upscale than a Tata Nano.
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EcoDIY with kids: a bird's nest
[Blogs] I like this idea for an Easter egg receptacle. We’re going to be away from home this Easter and staying in a B&B, so this is a good idea for somewhere for the Easter Bunny to leave eggs for the children. It’s messy and a great kids’ craft and it’s made of stuff that is [...] [EcoStreet]
Should Cell Phone Towers Be Put on Residential Buildings?
[Lifestyle]
Image: Lloyd Alter
Between the upgrading of existing systems and the licencing of new carriers, the rooftop landscape of Toronto, Canada is changing rapidly as new antennae are added daily. While TreeHugger has discussed the question of cell phone safety many times, we are usually talking about the phone itself, where users have some control, rather than the base stations, where residents in apartment buildings with base stations on the roof do not. Is this exposure dangerous? A recent installation raises some questions.... Read the full story on TreeHugger [TreeHugger Food]
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The Wood-Eating Gribble May Hold the Key to Biofuel Production
[Energy] What’s a Gribble? It’s a tiny marine shrimp found on the southern coast of Britain — and its ability to digest wood may provide a breakthrough in efficient biofuel production. Researchers are studying the gribble’s digestion process at a new UK bioenergy centre in order to synthetically copy the process so that grasses, husk, straw [...] [Inhabitat Energy]
Rwanda Turns to Trapped Methane For Electricity, Growth
[Technology] A project that aims to harvest energy from a potentially disastrous situation in Rwanda's Lake Kivu aims to turn risk into reward, and bring much-needed power to a developing economy. [GreenBiz Technology]
World's top scientists to review climate panel
[News] AP - At a tumultuous time in U.N.-led climate negotiations, one of the world's most credible scientific groups agreed Wednesday to plug the recent cracks in the authoritative reports of the United Nations' Nobel Prize-winning global warming panel. [Yahoo! Green News]
Totally Cool and Easy to Make Recycled Plastic Bags Rain Boots
[Fashion] Photos: Courtesy of Louis Rigano. We've seen plenty of things with fused plastic bags, one of the best being the Chilean plastic bags boots we featured last year. However, few look like something that you would wear or that can be easily done. Until now.... Read the full story on TreeHugger [TreeHugger Fashion]
Ford Launches Cheap Micro-Car For India
[Transport] In the coming decades, India will emerge as a huge car market due to its population and rapid economic growth. Already China surpassed America in the number of cars sold last year, and both markets represent opportunities for American car companies. GM has a firm foothold in China, and Ford seems to be turning their eye towards India for expansion. In a bid to boost their Indian market share, Ford introduced a car tailor-made for India back in September; the Figo, Italian for “cool”. That car is now officially on sale, aimed at the average Indian who wants something more upscale than a Tata Nano. Read more of this story » [Gas 2.0]
EcoDIY with kids: a bird's nest
[Blogs] I like this idea for an Easter egg receptacle. We’re going to be away from home this Easter and staying in a B&B, so this is a good idea for somewhere for the Easter Bunny to leave eggs for the children. It’s messy and a great kids’ craft and it’s made of stuff that is [...] [EcoStreet]
Should Cell Phone Towers Be Put on Residential Buildings?
[Lifestyle] Image: Lloyd Alter Between the upgrading of existing systems and the licencing of new carriers, the rooftop landscape of Toronto, Canada is changing rapidly as new antennae are added daily. While TreeHugger has discussed the question of cell phone safety many times, we are usually talking about the phone itself, where users have some control, rather than the base stations, where residents in apartment buildings with base stations on the roof do not. Is this exposure dangerous? A recent installation raises some questions.... Read the full story on TreeHugger [TreeHugger Food]
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