Every time there’s an increase in oil prices, people feel it, even if they don’t drive a car. Some suggest we use biofuel to lessen the impact of the rising fuel costs. But what is biofuel, and how does it differ from fossil fuel? Biofuel is produced from recycled elements of the food chain, and from plants. It is used …

Everyone has heard of solar power and knows how it has the potential, along with other green energy sources, to save the planet from death by pollution. Everyone agrees that this is a good thing and should receive all the support it needs. People think the government should do more to encourage solar power – everyone wants a solar powered …

Developer of Fuel Oil from Algae Expands R&D and Production Facility Indianapolis, IN – March 16, 2009 – Stellarwind Bio Energy, LLC, a producer of fuel oil from algae, announced today the opening of its new small scale pilot production facility and corporate headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana. With a 1/10th acre greenhouse, expanded office space and an advanced R & …

Utility bills often devour a large amount of your household budget every month. It’s no fun when there are other, seemingly more significant things to splurge on. That’s why it helps to know the strategies of reducing your utility bills. Home insulation methods begin with inspecting the whole house. When you do this, you will see that you have a …

It has been said that the world is experiencing an energy crisis. And as oil prices go up, so do our electrical bills. One method of addressing this problem is by installing a solar roof over your home. A solar roof can become your very own home power generator. A solar roof is made out of photovoltaic materials, which replace …

ElectraWall can be mounted on top of any wall structure and can be sized and configured based on location and the wall's weight bearing capabilities.

As you may already be aware of, diesel engines are more efficient than gasoline engines of the same power, resulting in gas prices. For an efficient turbo diesel, the average is 40% more miles per gallon. The higher compression ratio with diesel engines help to raise efficiency, but diesel fuel also contains around 15% more energy per unitvolume than gas. …

The guide is a first step in what will be a vital nationwide effort to ensure the recovery package helps all communities rise stronger than ever from this economic crisis, and that community-based organizations are at the forefront in crafting a green, equitable recovery.

Munya Chinongoza asked: There are many companies around the world that are involved in the production of biodiesel. The Biodiesel Company which is privately owned is one of them. The Biodiesel Company has many years of experience in the fields of sales and distribution. Based in Toronto Canada, The Biodiesel Company collects and renews fuel from the waste of cooking …

AORA (a member of the E.D.I.G. Group), a leading developer of applied ultra-high temperature concentrating solar power (CSP) technology, announced today that Israel’s Minister of National Infrastructures, Binyamin Ben Eliezer, has signed AORA's license provide solar electricity to the national grid at its solar thermal power plant at Kibbutz Samar in Israel’s southern Arava region. This is the first such license to be granted by the Israeli government to a solar-thermal technology.

One way to use solar power to save money is through the use of a practice called “Net Metering.” What is Net Metering? Net Metering is a practice where consumers “sell” energy back to the electrical companies. They do this when they have some form of renewable energy facility installed in their home and a surplus is thus created. A …

The New Fuels Alliance (NFA), one of the nation’s leading advocates for advanced biofuels, is warning that California’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions from gasoline may actually increase greenhouse gas emissions and worsen the state’s dependence on dirty fossil fuels.

With the skyrocketing costs of electricity these days, many people are looking for ways to save on their electric bills. Solar and wind energy seems like a viable option, but the preliminary costs can be staggering. One solution that’s becoming more trendy is to make it yourself. There are numerous books that claim to teach you how to do this, …

Muna wa Wanjiru asked: A biodiesel processor is a combination reaction vessel. It is used for producing biodiesel from vegetable oil. An industrial processor is very much considered convenient for production volumes, which can’t produce more than10,000 t/year. The reaction and distillation process of the alcohol is a batch processing. The decantation use to happen continuously. In the industry, a …

There are different ways of making electricity for yourself. Alot of people use wind power and solar power. Wind power is the conversion of wind energy into a useful form, such as electricity, using wind turbines. A wind turbine is a rotating machine which converts the kinetic energy in wind into mechanical energy. If the mechanical energy is used directly …

In a tough economy with high energy costs, most of us are under enormous pressure to save on home expenses anywhere possible. From the installation of new energy efficient furnaces, to replacement windows, to better air conditioners and more, creativity is more in vogue than ever before. Consequently, products such as solar water heaters are gaining in popularity. Like the …

Matt Oconnor asked: With the increasing interest in biodiesel as an alternative fuel for diesel engine cars, further studies are being made in order to discover a means to process such alternative fuels in amounts that will be able to compete with current petroleum based fuels. Unfortunately, biodiesel supply still falls below the increasing demand for it. Partly responsible for …

You can beat the energy crisis and fire your energy company with residential solar power. This article will show you the basics of what renewable energy can do for you. Then check out the links in the article for the specific plans you will need to make it happen.

Electricity bills seem to be on the rise with no relief coming in the near future. No wonder more and more people are looking into installing solar panels in an effort to save money. But, their enthusiasm quickly dissipates when they discover the price of professionally installed panels. It can be overwhelming, and puts solar power out of reach of …

Basic facts about home solar power systems A home solar power system has several standard components they are as follows: * PV Modules or solar panels (to turn solar energy into electricity) * A charge controller (this is an electrical device that prevents batteries from overcharging and from power running from the batteries into the solar panels). * Batteries, to …