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How Geothermal Systems Work and Where They Fit in the Energy Industry
Below the earth's surface, there's a source of power with impressive potential — geothermal energy. This source of power revolves around using the natural temperature of the earth to produce power and provide heating and cooling for buildings.
Solar Energy for Universities and Colleges
One of the largest challenges for managing energy use in a university setting is the inconsistent usage patterns throughout the year.
What Laws and Bans Are Helping to Protect the Planet?
There are still huge strides to make to combat climate change, but we are definitely making progress. Leaders from across the globe are stepping up efforts to ensure marked changes are being made to dramatically reduce emissions and change behaviours – and fast.
The Most Common Solar Circuitry Schemes
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Apart from the solar panel itself, virtually any circuit consists of a solar regulator, inverter and, most commonly, a battery. Let’s briefly go through their functions.
Designing Solar Arrays for Extreme Weather
After a storm like Michael or Florence, it may take weeks or months to fully restore electricity. Solar and energy storage technologies can help address immediate, short-term needs while building a resilient electricity grid for the future.
What is Betavoltaic Power?
The term betavoltaic is interchangeable with atomic battery, nuclear battery, tritium battery and radioisotope generator. They are used to designate a device, which expends energy from the decay of a radioactive isotope to produce electricity.
DLS Converts 2 Million Pounds of Label Waste into Clean Energy
DLS, a national label converter, finds a cost-effective waste management solution that saves 2 million pounds of label matrix annually from reaching landfills while providing a clean burning fuel source for energy companies.
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American Wind Week 2018 kicks off
Wind power supporters organize nearly 30 events nationwide in recognition of U.S. leadership in wind power and its benefits
REC Launches World's First n-Type Mono Solar Panel with Twin Design
The new panel breaks fresh ground for REC and the industry: this is the first solar panel to combine n-type mono half-cut cells with a twin-panel design, and promises excellent power output of up to 330 watt peak allied to lasting performance.
Engineers pioneer greener and cheaper technique for biofuel production
This is a major breakthrough in metabolic engineering and exhibits a foundational milestone in sustainable and cost-effective production of renewable biofuels and chemicals.
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GRID Alternatives Announces Renewed Funding Through AmeriCorps for SolarCorps Fellowship Program
Ahead of the annual MLK Day of Service, GRID Alternatives announces renewed support for its SolarCorps Fellowship Program through the Corporation for National and Community Service. This support will help deploy renewable energy technology and job training in low-income communities across the United States. Over three years, the more than $1.6 million commitment will support 120 AmeriCorps members as they gain hands-on training and technical skills in the solar industry through service at GRID Alternatives' affiliates and offices across the country.
Natural Power appointed to Decentralised Energy Network Frameworks
Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power has been appointed by Stoke-on-Trent City Council as a supplier on the four-year Decentralised Energy Network Frameworks.
GRC Annual Meeting 2019 - Call for Papers Issued
The Geothermal Resources Council (GRC) has issued a call for papers for the world's biggest annual geothermal energy conference of the year taking place September 15-18, 2019, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, Palm Springs, California, USA.
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Megan Ray Nichols - Contributing Author
Megan Ray Nichols is a blogger and freelance science writer. She posts weekly on her blog, Schooled By Science, about the latest news in science and technology. When she isn't writing, Megan enjoys reading and hiking.
