All posts tagged energy independence

Solar Panel Installations Growing at a Staggering Pace

Solar Panel Installations Growing at a Staggering Pace

The solar energy market is booming across the U.S., thanks to lower prices and clean energy initiatives. This has led to the second highest quarter of growth for solar power, spurring 506 megawatts of clean energy production in the first three months of 2012.

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The Navy’s Great Green Fleet Takes Friendly Fire

The Navy’s Great Green Fleet Takes Friendly Fire

The Navy’s Great Green Fleet is about to make its world debut, only to be attacked by congressional leaders. With energy independence at the forefront, the use of alternative energy within the military will have an uphill battle to fight this year.

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Banned! Vermont is the First State to Ban Fracking

Banned! Vermont is the First State to Ban Fracking

In a move largely symbolic, Vermont has banned the practice of hydraulic fracturing or fracking to help curb environmental damage and water contamination. Vermont is hoping this ban will be the model for other states to adopt, pushing for greater respect of our planet and resources she holds.

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The Push for Energy Independence Stimulates Green Job Growth

The Push for Energy Independence Stimulates Green Job Growth

The drive for energy independence in America has begun to stimulate local economies and could begin to stem the tide of the economic downturn. Our workforce and planet are screaming for something to change and green jobs associated to energy independence could produce hundreds of billions of dollars in new wealth.

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Biomass is the Forgotten Renewable Energy Source

Biomass is the Forgotten Renewable Energy Source

Biomass energy is often overlooked as a renewable energy that could lead to energy independence for America. When compared to burning fossil fuels, biomass has a lower greenhouse gas footprint when you consider that fossil fuels release “new” carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Find out how the oldest energy source could be our path to the future.

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