All posts tagged renewable energy

Majority Holds, But Fewer Americans Support Climate Action

Majority Holds, But Fewer Americans Support Climate Action

Support against climate change dropped for the first time in a recent poll conducted by Stanford University/IPSOS. This has many environmentalists concerned as it seems political rhetoric and distrust of environmental science could further compound the impact of global warming.

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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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Understand the Facts about the Sun and Solar Energy

Understand the Facts about the Sun and Solar Energy

The sun can produce enough energy in one hour to provide all the power needed for all of humanity. All it takes is for humanity to want this free energy and refine the technologies to make it available for all. Understand the facts about solar energy so you can do your part.

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Fracking May Be Poisoning Our Children’s Air

Fracking May Be Poisoning Our Children’s Air

The fracking industry continues to be under fire for environmental concerns. A new three year study finds that fracking processes are releasing cancer causing toxins right across the street from public schools and our children.

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Green Jobs are Flying High with Wind Energy Production in America

Green Jobs are Flying High with Wind Energy Production in America

As the wind energy sector creates renewable energy jobs tax credit woes could unravel all the gains. With a projected $145 billion to be invested over the next five years the President and Congress must stop the green jobs from blowing away in the wind.

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Renewable Energy Can Cut Cancer Risks and Increase Jobs

Renewable Energy Can Cut Cancer Risks and Increase Jobs

The more you look at the facts surrounding renewable energy the more powerful the argument is to make the switch. Let’s salute the contribution fossil fuels have played in our evolution as a species and allow it to gracefully fade into the history books.

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Is a Solar Panel Leasing Option Right For You and Your Home?

Is a Solar Panel Leasing Option Right For You and Your Home?

While a solar lease has its pros and cons, it is really up to you to decide if it is right for your home. Getting off the grid and producing your own energy is an admirable goal, one that could pay you back with dividends if done right.

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The Super Bowl is Going Green & So Should You!

The Super Bowl is Going Green & So Should You!

The NFL has made a commitment to go green for this year’s Super Bowl and we welcome this change. So the question is, if the Super Bowl can go green, why can’t you? We have compiled the following tips aimed at helping you do your part to make this a Green Super Bowl.

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Renewable Wind Energy Faces Challenges with Tax Hikes

Renewable Wind Energy Faces Challenges with Tax Hikes

Ambitious renewable energy goals are at risk if the renewable energy tax credit is not extended. The wind energy sector has already seen more than 2,300 jobs lost this month from one company alone, with more expected if the tax hikes go into effect. Don’t just read about it, do something to help.

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Iceland is the Greenest Country in the World

Iceland is the Greenest Country in the World

The island nation of Iceland is ranked #1 as the greenest country in the world according to the EPI index. Iceland is also among the happiest nations on the planet, providing interesting parallels between the two. The leads to the question of whether going green equates to true happiness.

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