More snippets this month in our continued look at technological advancements (mostly) in the world of renewable energy.
Biofuel: Studies suggest that switching to biofuels made from stems and leaves could greatly reduce their carbon footprint. This microbial fuel cell … Read more
Okay, so people who read my signed articles in The Geospatial Times know that I am a bit of a nerd. And holding true to this tradition, I start each of my work days by combing over news headlines on … Read more
Here are a few ideas to produce solar panels more cheaply and/or from different materials. This uses … Read more
Many people are concerned that wind farms take a high toll on our avian populations, however this study suggests that these dips … Read more
The Drake Landing Solar Community in Okotoks, Alberta, Canada, is the largest planned solar community in North America. Consisting of 52 homes, the community operates on solar-thermal seasonal storage which stores summer heat below ground allowing for the greyer winter … Read more
People have been excited about the potential of wind energy for a while now. And while in some regions of the world it is effective due to a consistent supply of strong gusts, in other areas the efficiency has been … Read more
