All posts tagged renewable energy

Renewable Energy Contributes Half of New Generating Capacity for U.S.

Renewable Energy Contributes Half of New Generating Capacity for U.S.

Renewable energy produced half of all new energy generating capacity in 2012, an accomplishment in the fight against global warming. In fact, wind energy beat natural gas in new energy generating capacity. Imagine what 2013 has in store for us!

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Why It’s Time To Switch To Solar

Why It’s Time To Switch To Solar

The time to invest in solar energy is now, with so many options available and government incentives, the technology can pay for itself. Understand how solar power generation works and the many different options available today.

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Alternative Electric Suppliers Lower Electric Bills

Alternative Electric Suppliers Lower Electric Bills

Alternative electric suppliers can offer choice in an often one sided conversation. Lowering electric bills and using renewable energy source can often be a positive side effect as well. Understand the top reason you should consider making the switch

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Geothermal Energy Facts: Understanding How Geothermal Power Works

Geothermal Energy Facts: Understanding How Geothermal Power Works

Understanding geothermal energy facts is the first step in helping create a sustainable future. While geological reasons may limit this renewable energy’s proliferation, it doesn’t mean we shouldn’t exploit it where possible. Learn more about geothermal energy and how it works today.

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American Voters Want Solar Energy

American Voters Want Solar Energy

There is very little the right and the left have agreed on recently, though it seems solar energy is bi-bipartisan these days. Recent surveys have found that the American voter is in favor of the renewable energy, but it also finds that misinformation is rampant.

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Tidal Power Facts: Understanding How Tidal Energy Works

Tidal Power Facts: Understanding How Tidal Energy Works

Tidal energy is rarely mentioned as an alternative energy source, even though humans have been using it for over 1000 years. As this renewable energy source goes through a revival period, get the facts on how it works and what it can do for you.

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Wind Power Threatened: How This Year’s Presidential Election Could Impact Energy Jobs

Wind Power Threatened: How This Year’s Presidential Election Could Impact Energy Jobs

The Production Tax Credit, or PTC has helped stimulate wind energy production and with it creating green jobs. However, Republicans are looking to cut that credit if they take the White House during the 2012 election. It is important we don’t lose our momentum in adopting renewable energy sources.

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Federal Solar Tax Credit Generates Green Jobs, Investment and Healthy Taxpayer Returns

Federal Solar Tax Credit Generates Green Jobs, Investment and Healthy Taxpayer Returns

Contrary to initial reports, the Solar Tax Credit yields respectable returns for families and the federal government. A recent report shows the tax credit has created green jobs, investments in solar technologies and a nice return on investment for the American taxpayers.

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Taking a Closer Look at the Clean-Energy Loan Program

Taking a Closer Look at the Clean-Energy Loan Program

The Department of Energy’s Clean Energy program is still gaining traction, though it is already generating a lot of buzz in and around the political circles of D.C. As we explore deeper into this program we can see that the program has yielded mixed results.

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Amazing 275% Growth in Renewable Energy Over the Past Decade

Amazing 275% Growth in Renewable Energy Over the Past Decade

Renewable energy production has skyrocketed over the past ten years, leading to 275 percent growth according to a study from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). While this growth is something to be celebrated, we still have a long way to go before we declare mission accomplished.

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