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Renewable energy is energy derived from natural processes that do not involve the consumption of exhaustible resources such as fossil fuels and uranium. It produces few or no hazardous emissions or pollutants, and has minimal impact on fragile ecosystems.
The main types of renewable energy are hydroelectricity, biomass (organic matter), geothermal, solar, wind and biofuels. The most used form of renewable energy is traditional biomass like burning wood. The market is growing for many forms of renewable energy with conservation of water and energy the main reasons for using these technologies. Alternative fuels, such as ethanol, can be developed to power hybrid vehicles in order to d...
The main types of renewable energy are hydroelectricity, biomass (organic matter), geothermal, solar, wind and biofuels. The most used form of renewable energy is traditional biomass like burning wood. The market is growing for many forms of renewable energy with conservation of water and energy the main reasons for using these technologies. Alternative fuels, such as ethanol, can be developed to power hybrid vehicles in order to d...
Renewable energy is energy derived from natural processes that do not involve the consumption of exhaustible resources such as fossil fuels and uranium. It produces few or no hazardous emissions or pollutants, and has minimal impact on fragile ecosystems.
The main types of renewable energy are hydroelectricity, biomass (organic matter), geothermal, solar, wind and biofuels. The most used form of renewable energy is traditional biomass like burning wood. The market is growing for many forms of renewable energy with conservation of water and energy the main reasons for using these technologies. Alternative fuels, such as ethanol, can be developed to power hybrid vehicles in order to decrease dependence on oil. Compact fluorescent light bulbs can be used in place of traditional light bulbs and the light output will be the same, but the wattage is less.
The market for renewable energy is likely to increase sharply when its cost equals current energy sources and its benefits, such as energy efficiency, are realized on a global scale.
The main types of renewable energy are hydroelectricity, biomass (organic matter), geothermal, solar, wind and biofuels. The most used form of renewable energy is traditional biomass like burning wood. The market is growing for many forms of renewable energy with conservation of water and energy the main reasons for using these technologies. Alternative fuels, such as ethanol, can be developed to power hybrid vehicles in order to decrease dependence on oil. Compact fluorescent light bulbs can be used in place of traditional light bulbs and the light output will be the same, but the wattage is less.
The market for renewable energy is likely to increase sharply when its cost equals current energy sources and its benefits, such as energy efficiency, are realized on a global scale.
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Illinois 5th in wind power installations in 2012
Tribune reporterIn what shaped up to be a record wind for American wind, Illinois was fifth in the nation for new wind installations in 2012, the American Wind Energy Association said Wednesday. The state installed 491 turbines, or about 820 MW of capacity, and is...Tags: Machine Manufacturing, Fiscal Cliff, Solar Energy, Manufacturing and Engineering, Credit and Debt
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What is ethanol?
Ethanol is an alcohol-based fuel made by fermenting and distilling starch crops such as corn. It can also be made from "cellulosic biomass" such as trees and grasses, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.Tags: Biofuels, U.S. Department of Energy, Ethanol
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What is biodiesel?
Biodiesel is a clean-burning alternative fuel, produced from domestic, renewable resources such as plant oils, animal fats, used cooking oil and even new sources such as algae. Biodiesel contains no petroleum, but it can be blended at any level with...Tags: Biofuels, Energy Resources
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How safe are green cars?
Cars.comIn a car, power sources like electricity and natural gas seem threatening. Once you look into it, you'll find these alternatives are not necessarily more dangerous. But they do raise different concerns than do gasoline engines. Crash tests More than...Tags: Biofuels, Manufacturing and Engineering, Automotive Equipment, Auto Trends, Car Safety Tips and Advice
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Dave Barry's 2012 Year in Review
It was a cruel, cruel year — a year that kept raising our hopes, only to squash them flatter than a dead possum on the interstate. Example: This year the "reality" show "Jersey Shore," which for six hideous seasons has been a compelling argument...
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Winnetka resident disputes how village credits him for solar energy
Theodore Wynnychenko built his Winnetka home with energy conservation in mind — his and the village's — and now is fighting to get what he believes he's owed. He installed solar panels, a large underground storage tank for collecting...Tags: Energy Saving, Alternative Energy, Solar Energy
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Will E85 save you money?
Cars.comSpikes in gas prices often turn attention toward alternative fuels. Ethanol alcohol, in the form of E85, is occasionally in the news due to political debates, automotive marketing and the controversial rise in global food prices. GM (the largest...Tags: Biofuels, Fuel-efficient Vehicles, Petroleum Industry, U.S. Department of Energy, George W. Bush
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Stricter energy code heats up debate on cost
Energy-efficient homebuilding is about to take a big step forward in Illinois, but consumers will pay now to save on future utility bills. A new statewide building energy code that takes effect Jan. 1 strives to make homes more comfortable and...
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Officials hope Ice Bear will trim costs
A St. Charles public works building will get a new device called an "Ice Bear" as a way to trim cooling costs and promote energy conservation. Through an agreement with Norwalk, Conn.-based Verde Energy USA, the City of St. Charles will receive the...Tags: Conservation, Energy Saving, Norwalk (Fairfield, Connecticut), Alternative Energy, Energy
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Illinois credit outlook drops as talk of business taxes surfaces
Clout StreetA key rating agency dropped Illinois’ credit outlook from stable to negative Friday, a move that could make it more expensive to pay for an ongoing statewide construction program aimed a building new roads, schools and bridges. The warning shot...Tags: Pat Quinn, Biofuels, Petroleum Industry, Illinois Governor, Justice System
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Inside the Koch empire: How the brothers plan to reshape America
ForbesA man who, by FORBES' careful measure, is one of the 50 most powerful people in the world, one of the 20 wealthiest--and one of the dozen most vilified--is perpetually in a position to reflect. But given it's Charle Koch's 77th birthday, the calendar...Tags: Heart Disease, Judges, U.S. Congress, Technology, Justice System
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Angry Panama: The earthbound bite back
FROM a swimming pool halfway up Latin America’s tallest skyscraper, tourists and businessmen gaze out towards the fast-expanding fringes of Panama City. Off the Pacific coast, ships line up to enter the Panama Canal, ferrying Christmas presents from...Tags: Labor Legislation, Central America, Hydroelectricity, Blackmail and Extortion, Panama
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