Renewable energy
Renewable Energy Seen Powering the World in 40 Years
Many a heated discussion revolving around the topic: ‘Renewable Energy Resources’ have been conducted worldwide over the past so many years. But them one wonders how far have we succeeded in making use of such resources for producing energy. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) seems to be highly optimistic on the note. IPCC says that renewable energy can ...
Building a 21st Century Clean Energy Economy
New programs and initiatives are underway in the United States so as to transform the country into an energy economic powerhouse. As part of this, the authorities have come up with many strategies - especially with regard to the considerable reduction in oil exports. The latest news from the White House has it that the government is considering a certain ...
High Investment in Clean Energy Sector
The latest report on clean energy quotes the words the head of a United Nation's green economy initiative on Wednesday and says that Brazil, China and India are expected to fuel global investments in clean energy in 2011 that are expected to reach $240 billion.
Solar Pyramids to Power Abu Dhabi’s Homes
The project entitled Lunar Cubit develops pyramid shaped solar complex which can develop enough power to thousands of homes. The project is based in Abu Dhabi and the motto of the project goes “Renewable Energy Can Be Beautiful”.
Ekranoyacht: Rebirth of the Ekranoplan
Jaron Dickson, an Australian designer and student at Monash University in Australia, has come with a hydrogen-powered flying yacht concept. It is called the Ekranoyacht after the famous Soviet Union super vehicle the Ekranoplan on whose grounds it is designed.
Solar-Powered Student Pavilion at The Netherlands’ Erasmus University
Netherlands’ Erasmus University now sports an exclusive student pavilion that aims for zero energy. The design, conceived by Dutch firm Netherlands’ Erasmus University, targets zero energy and at the same time, has made it equally comfortable.
Times Square New Year Ball Illuminated with Thousands of LEDs
The time ball at Time’s square which marks the place’s New Year celebrations, and designed by the renowned Waterford Crystal is illuminated with thousands of LED lights. Waterford Crystal had designed the new LED ball back in 2008. The structure has been made in such a way that it could withstand high winds, precipitation, and temperature fluctuations throughout the year.
Czech Republic Caught Between the Devil & the Deep Sea?
The Czech Republic is being dogged by several issues as it attempts to reduce its carbon footprint. As part of the European Union’s pledge to reduce greenhouse emissions by 20% by the year 2020 from the levels that existed in 1990, the Czech nation has been taking several steps to ensure that the people are switching to more renewable power ...
China to Achieve 500 GW of Renewable Power by 2020
China is all set to hit a total of 500 Gigawatts of renewable energy on the grid by 2020. Estimated increment in the sector of wind power is 150 GW in the place of current 25 GW, electric power would come from adding 100 GW to make 300 GW of hydro power, adding 125 GW to have 150 GW of ...
Eco Expo Asia to Feature Energy Innovation
Asia’s leading environmental protection fair, The Eco Expo Asia will be held from 3rd to 6th November in Hong Kong. It will showcase the latest innovations in renewable energy, energy efficiency, natural resource protection and eco-friendly products. This second edition of the event is organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd.





