Wind power
Gesterbine Skyscraper Will be Covered With Wind Turbines
The Gesterbine Skyscraper is a design entry for the 2010 Skyscraper Competition organized by Evolo Magazine. Designed by Mode:Lina Architektura and Consulting, this tower is intended for Wielkopolska region of Poland. Rapid urbanization has led to water shortage and decreasing variety of flora and fauna. A problem further magnified by the regulation of the Warta river, which has led to ...
Texas Sets a new Record in Wind Power Generation
Texas has the largest wind power generation capacity in the USA, with nearly 9,410 megawatts available, leaving it's nearest competition Iowa far behind, which has wind power generation capacity of 3,870 megawatts. And it appears that the installed capacity is being put to good use. On February 28, the state set a record with wind power electricity generation at 6,242 ...
Town Town Erdberg Building Generates More Power Than it Uses
While most buildings (or designs for that matter) struggle to go near the zero energy mark, the Town Town Erdberg actually promises to generate more power than it would consume. Granted, it isn't very easy to the eyes, but the new approach has its benefits. Also, the building (design) was good enough to get hold of the 2010 MIPIM sustainability ...
Designer Philippe Starck Wants Wind Turbines to Look Better
Apparently, many people are unwilling to setup wind turbines because of none too flattering looks of these wind turbines. Famous designer Philippe Starck has created options for such people, and the options are two good looking wind turbines.
Wind Plays Music on the Winduino
The Winduino II is an instrument from the Fascination Workshop, and it utilizes the power of the sun and the wind to create music. It can be placed indoors or hung outdoors, and the instrument will start off with its surprizing musician, the air. Piezo sensors in the instrument detect the movement of air around the Winduino II, and they ...
UK Licenses 32GW Offshore Wind Farms
Offshore wind farms are a rarity even in terms of wind power generation. As of now, only 1% of the total wind power generated comes from offshore wind farms. Considering the technical and financial challenges associated with such projects, all of this seems to be quite natural, but the UK is betting heavily against the odds in hoping that such ...
USA’s First Ocean Wind Farm to be Built by Deepwater Wind
Deepwater Wind may be located in the US's smallest state, but that didn't stop them from securing a deal to sell power on Thursday. The project's long-term goals aim to provide power for 15% of the state's demands, and is scheduled for 20 years. Deepwater Wind will sell electricity generated from up to 8 turbines, totaling a 28 megawatts production.
Wind Lamp Harvests Wind Energy to Power Itself, Other Lamps
The Wind Lamp is a concept that could help the environment and natural resources in a number of ways. This green lamp is designed to serve as a street lamp, and it could come in very handy at places with sufficient wind power. The lamp basically consists of LEDs and a wind power generator.
EV Owners May Earn From Charging Their Vehicles
The effect of millions of electric vehicles connecting to the grid during peak hours has been feared and discussed since long. While charging vehicles during off-peak hours may be good for utilities, in an interesting turn it may even earn some money for the owners. More specifically, EV/PHEV owners in West Texas and Illinois are being paid to charge their ...
Mariah Power Creates Wind Speed Measuring App for the iPhone
Mariah Power, a small wind turbine manufacturing company, has created a wind speed measuring app for the iPhone. The basic idea of course, is to let interested users measure wind speed, and see if it would suit their need for a small wind turbine.
