Alternative Energy

Why Do Smart Cities Need to Prioritize Better Air Quality?

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The world is becoming increasingly urbanized. As of 2018, 4.2 billion people lived in cities, representing more than half the global population. By 2050, experts predict this figure will rise to 7 billion, almost equal to today’s entire population. As more people flood into urban areas, the smart city movement has gained momentum. Smart cities, with their vast interconnected device …

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Careers Advancing the Future of Alternative Energy

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Alternative energy is the future. As the public push for more sustainable practices accelerates, both business owners and government officials are moving toward cleaner practices — but they’re not doing it alone. Many organizations now employ a variety of professionals who play important roles in putting green initiatives into action. In this article, we’ll explore some of the many diverse …

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Clean Energy Now Employs 3 Million Americans

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  Clean energy sees first recorded drop in overall jobs, yet policies hold promise for unparalleled growth in years ahead Sector recovered 300,000 jobs since unemployment peaked in Q2 Clean vehicles and wind energy finish year in the positive, despite early losses WASHINGTON, DC (April 19, 2021) – Clean energy jobs surged nearly 11 percent in the second half of 2020 …

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American Clean Power Association Statement on Supply Chain Executive Order

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WASHINGTON, DC, February 24, 2021 — The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today issued the following statement after President Biden signed an executive order on America’s supply chains. “American Clean Power supports the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to further develop the existing strong U.S. manufacturing presence for clean energy technologies. More than 530 American manufacturing facilities already contribute to the U.S. …

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California Increased Its Renewable Energy Production by 65.2%

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One of the most significant trends over the last decade for the economy, society, geopolitics, and the environment has been the rise of renewable energy. Fossil fuels have been the basis of the industrial economy for generations, powering tremendous economic growth but with dangerous consequences for the environment and public health. With the dramatic expansion of renewable energy technologies over …

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Ideas for Sustainable Family Fun

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The coronavirus pandemic has led to widespread quarantines and social distancing protocols across the globe. The resulting curfews, remote work, and virtual school have created a scenario in which families have found themselves spending significant amounts of time together on the homefront. While a good portion of each day is typically spent working and attending classes, there is also plenty …

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Going Solar? Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes!

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Looking to cut your monthly electric bills in half? Then you might’ve came across the idea of solar energy, right? But not so fast! Before you invest in solar energy, it’s important to be smart about it. In this article, we’ll talk about the 5 common mistakes that are made by homeowners who have decided to go solar, in the …

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Good Green: 7 Must-Read Books About Renewable Energy

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Renewable energy possesses incredible potential to change our world, from reducing global conflict, saving lives through purer air quality and on a smaller scale, reducing your home energy bill. With all this in mind, it’s no wonder that renewable energy sources are an inspiration of hope for many people across the world. This selection of books ranges from the academic …

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Is Renewable Energy One of the Solutions to Dealing Falling Economies?

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Analyzing the financial aspects gives the main evaluation of the macroeconomic effect of increasing the worldwide share of renewables in the resource blend by 2030. The role of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement sent a reasonable message that the progress to practical resources is quite important to meeting improvement and environmental targets. As strategy producers consider choices …

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Using COVID-19 Changes to Analyze Your Company’s Energy Impacts

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There’s a silver lining to the pandemic: the worldwide quarantine measures that have shut or slowed down production, travel, and the way people commuted daily have helped the environment recover. The change in the daily habits of companies and individuals means that air quality has improved and wildlife has started roaming freely in places they never dared to venture before.  …

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How Climate Change is Linked to Allergies

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Over 50 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies every year. If you’re one of them, you know that symptoms like sneezing, a runny nose, and red, itchy eyes can be downright debilitating. But have you noticed your allergies getting worse over the years?   If so, you’re not imagining things. Your stronger symptoms could be linked to climate change.    …

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America Has Lost 594,300 Clean Energy Jobs

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850,000 Expected by June 30 447,208 new unemployment filings in April, triple March claims CA, FL, GA, TX, MI, NC, WA, NY, OH among hardest hit states Energy efficiency job losses top 400,000; renewable job losses near 100,000 WASHINGTON, DC (May 13, 2020) – Nearly 600,000 U.S. clean energy workers have lost their jobs since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic …

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3 Reasons to Invest in Renewable Energy Now

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by  Jennifer Layke and Norma Hutchinson – May 05, 2020 As the human tragedy of the COVID-19 pandemic worsens, global restrictions to stop the spread of the virus — including stay-at-home orders, business closures and travel prohibitions — may contribute to the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression. The virus has already made an indelible impact on the energy sector: Global energy use is predicted to fall …

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5 Things You Can Do To Curb Your Energy Usage

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We make daily choices that affect the environment, the climate, and living species. Everything from what we choose to eat to how many kids we decide to have to what we buy has repercussions.  There’s a lot we can do to reduce our environmental footprint. And some of the smallest changes in our sustainability practices can create the biggest impact. …

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Importance of LED Lighting: Making Cities As Green As Possible

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There is no denying the fact that LED lighting is a more sustainable, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient solution for the modern household. Replacing traditional incandescent light bulbs around the house with LED lights is one of the best ways to cut back on needless energy expenditure, while at the same time prolonging the lifespan of the light scheme and preventing the …

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Keeping Our Planet in Mind During a Pandemic

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The year 2020 has ushered in a new, uncomfortable way of life for global citizens. Suddenly, most of us are confined to our homes, with little opportunity for social interaction, and fearful of a dangerous virus. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc around the world, however, there’s an unlikely positive to shelter-in-place orders: Drastically reduced carbon emissions and …

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COVID-19 Layoffs in Clean Energy Sector

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106,000 Jobs in Clean Energy Lost in March Due to COVID-19 Economic Crisis More than a year’s worth of job gains erased in a few weeks Analysis forecasts industry could lose more than 500K jobs in months ahead CA, NC, PA, MA, MI, NY, OH, TX, WA, IL among hardest hit states WASHINGTON, DC (April 15, 2020) – More than 106,000 clean …

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Solar firm Azuri helping off-grid children across Kenya to continue education while schools closed

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Azuri Technologies, a leader in pay-as-you-go solar home solutions for off-grid Africa, is helping to off-grid children across Kenya to continue education while schools remain closed. Kenyan schools have been shut down as a measure to contain spread of the Coronavirus. With more than 15 million primary and secondary students at home, the Ministry of Education announced it would broadcast …

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Bizarre Sources of Renewable Energy

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In both the real world and in popular culture, renewable energy gets a lot of press. From solar energy to hydropower and beyond, so-called “alternative” energy sources are increasingly seen as a viable solution towards combating the negative effects of climate change.  A prime cultural example of renewable energy in the spotlight was seen on 1998’s “That ‘70s Show.” During …

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