The mastermind behind the novel Energy Tower, Dan Zaslavsky, says the technology uses a principle that’s been known for hundreds of years.
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Rare Metal Supply Endangers Clean Energy Future?
Researchers at MIT say they have uncovered a potential hazard to the future of clean energy technologies: the supply of rare metals.
Clean Energy On The Farm Gets Big US Assist
The Obama administration is promoting the successes of the Rural Energy for America Program, which backs renewable energy and efficiency on U.S. farms.
Salton Sea Geothermal Plant Almost Set To Go
EnergySource announced that newly completed 49.9 MW Hudson Ranch 1 geothermal power plant in Imperial County, California has passed field tests with flying colors.
Dow Solar Film Could Give PV Another Boost
The Dow Chemical Company began production of polyolefin encapsulant films that are intended to protect solar panels and extend their service life.
Solar Power Ambitions Grow Under Florida Sun
National Solar Power has announced plans to build a 100-megawatt solar farm in Liberty County, Fla., adjacent to its 400-megawatt Gadsden County project.
Ohio’s Renewable Energy Mandate Creates Jobs
Ohio has already lost hundreds of thousands of good manufacturing jobs, and weakening or eliminating its alternative energy portfolio standard could make it worse.
More California Farmers Invest In Solar Power
California farmers and ranchers lead the nation in use of solar power. At the same time, government renewable-energy mandates have added pressure for conversion of productive farmland for utility-scale solar energy projects.
A Green Bank Is the Right Tool for Jobs
Center for American Progress calls for the creation of a national Green Bank that will finance the clean energy solutions that are proven job creators.
Clean Energy & Rethinking Uncle Sam’s Role
EDF’s Andy Darrell, in a column with us, says that it is time to rethink government’s role in the clean energy marketplace, including leading by example.
Kinetic Energy Power Gadgets Guide
While many renewable energy technologies generate electricity via movement of the elements, a new class of devices are wholly human-powered.
CES Pushes Smart Green Homes, Solar Gear
The 2011 Consumer Electronics Show is now in the history books. Take a look back with us as we highlight interesting green tech coming your way this year.
What Is LEED? The Guide To Your LEED Questions
As LEED certification for buildings grows in popularity, so does the interest of those who aren’t familiar with the program. Our LEED guide explains the founding of the program, its rating systems, and its pros and cons.
The Zero Energy Casita: A Green Abode Unveiled
Ever wonder what goes into a net zero energy home? Zero Energy Casita designer and well known green home builder Don Ferrier walks us through some of the things that can make a home truly green.