All posts tagged renewable energy

Solar Energy Takes a Giant Leap Forward with Solar Paint Technology

Solar Energy Takes a Giant Leap Forward with Solar Paint Technology

It is almost unbelievable, but Sunbelievable is a solar paint technology that can produce electricity from nano-technology. Researchers from the University of Notre Dame have created what may be the next generation of solar power production.

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The Lowdown on Modern Electric Vehicles

The Lowdown on Modern Electric Vehicles

The electric vehicle (EV) has been around for over 150 years with significant improvements in modern times. The EV is 55% more energy efficient than a traditional gas powered car, often they are faster and more fun to drive as well.

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President Obama Announces Energy Savings Initiative

President Obama Announces Energy Savings Initiative

President Obama and former President Clinton unveiled a new energy savings initiative in partnership with the private sector. This $4 billion energy efficiency plan builds on the existing Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC) program which has been in place for over a decade.

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Understanding Energy in America in 5 Minutes or Less

Understanding Energy in America in 5 Minutes or Less

Renewable energy accounts for only 10.5% of America’s energy production leaving other production to dirty alternatives like coal. It is important to understand the basics of energy and energy production as it makes becoming energy efficient easier.

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The Solyndra Bankruptcy has a Silver Lining for Green Energy

The Solyndra Bankruptcy has a Silver Lining for Green Energy

The political strife surrounding the Solyndra bankruptcy while unfortunate for the industry does have a silver lining. Even bad press can be good press when it opens the door to debate and discuss renewable energy and how to make it more available and affordable.

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7 Billion People Need to Go Green

7 Billion People Need to Go Green

With 7 billion people on earth sustainable living has never been so important. Should the world panic or rejoice, before we announce the end is near remember that mother nature provides all the tools we need to survive.

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