The U.S. federal National Renewable Energy Laboratory offers a renewable energy program that studies and disseminates news on the latest in energy efficient building technologies. Recognizing that construction designed around energy efficiency is crucial to growing the countries energy independence, these renewable energy programs research as well as train U.S. residents. They work closely with manufacturers and others in the …

If we say that alternative energy comprises everything that is not based on fossil fuel consumption, the number of optional resources is impressive. This chapter will provide an overview only of the ones in use or development now, with each being further explored in subsequent chapters. There are, no doubt, alternative energy sources not included here, either because they are …

Why Do We Need Alternatives? To answer that question, we need to start by discussing fossil fuels-what they are, where they come from, how they are used and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Within this context, the pressing need for alternatives becomes quite clear. What are fossil fuels? Most fossil fuels are formed from the remains of long-dead creatures …

Awareness of environmental issues and the difference we as individuals can make to help protect our planet is increasing day by day. Even energy companies are now changing the way they operate so that the impact they have on global warming can be reduced. However, rules and regulations that govern energy companies have, up to this point, been failing to …

Energy consumption is one of the most important positions in every family budget. We would love to reduce it as much as possible, but we don’t want to change our way of life too much. Is a marriage of these two value – energy efficiency and our habits – possible? Yes, it is. Here are a few things you can …

Monitoring energy consumption is vitally important for businesses that want to cut their costs and environmental impact by saving energy. This article gives an introduction to energy monitoring, and explains why it is so important for business energy management. More: continued here

With concerns about global climate change and rising energy costs, saving electricity is a big deal. Most people are trying to find ways to reduce their energy consumption without significantly changing their lifestyles. Fortunately, there are a lot of simple steps that can be taken to use less energy. Here are just a few ways to reduce your power consumption and your global footprint.

Throughout generations from the dawn of mankind the sun has been given a status of a father. A father so generous that he doesn’t hold back anything when it comes to giving his children anything and everything he’s got. A father, who has guided and shown the path to future and helped in the time of need; Today we ask …

American manufacturers have been directly affected by rising energy cost. This article suggest purchasing strategies to reduce energy consumption and costs. More: continued here

In the past decade, cement plants have made concerted efforts in the area of optimizing energy consumption and succeeded in bring down the specific consumption from the level of over 100 electrical units per ton to less than 80 units. For coal the figure is down from 750 kilocalories to less than 600. This has been done by some logical …

Embed from Getty Images Since fossil fuels are slowly renewable, integration of passive solar design is a strategically correct long-term perspective, as due to heavy dependency on the resource its price over time will be increasing. For countries with limited initial sources of fossil fuels, this can be a too heavy economic burden to carry. When creating price scenarios for …

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Feb. 1, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) (PRIMEZONE) — Charlie’s golden ticket may have provided him with an unlimited supply of chocolate, but did it pay his home energy bill? Owens Corning (NYSE:OC), maker of PINK insulation, is helping to solve the problem of home energy costs for five lucky Aquila (NYSE:ILA) customers through the PINK Ticket Giveaway. Owens …

HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Citing the urgent need to cut energy costs, move toward energy independence and stimulate the economy, Governor Rendell today released his Energy Independence Strategy. The plan will push Pennsylvania into the top tier of states taking steps to cut consumer energy costs, and significantly expand the alternative fuel, clean energy and conservation sectors. ‘This …

BP today announced it has selected the University of California Berkeley and its partners the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory to join in a $500 million research program that will explore how bioscience can be used to increase energy production and reduce the impact of energy consumption on the environment.

NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC), located on the East coast of Florida, this week began installation of a Sharp 79 kilowatt solar array on the new Propellants North Facility. The solar array will provide the facility with enough clean, renewable energy to completely power the facility with zero net energy consumption and zero carbon emissions annually.

As more homes in the UK move away from gas heating systems, the need for a sustainable but effective method of heating and providing hot water for the home has become paramount. Heat pumps are rapidly emerging as a lead player in the game of decarbonised energy systems. But they are more than just efficient heaters. When paired with solar …

Arkansas hospital increases energy efficiency by diagnosing cooling tower issues and treating its entire mechanical system.Healthcare facilities require a substantial amount of energy to operate. In fact, the average hospital consumes approximately 250% more energy than a comparably sized commercial building, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. As hospitals face increasing financial pressure to boost revenue while cutting costs, …

The international biofuels industry has found an unlikely ally in the waste management sector. A heightened global urgency to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) is incentivizing renewable fuels production like never before, but the International Energy Agency (IEA) recently warned of an impending feedstock shortage for biodiesel, renewable diesel and biojet (aviation fuel) production, estimated to last through 2027 if …

In today’s world, where environmental consciousness is on the rise, making eco-friendly home improvements is not only responsible but also a smart investment. These upgrades not only contribute to a greener planet but also enhance the overall value of your property. In this article, Alternative Energy HQ explores some practical and achievable eco-friendly home improvement ideas suitable for any skill …

  By: Judy Samuelian, Director of Business Development at IHI Power Services Corp. Whether you’re waking up to the sound of an alarm clock each morning, turning on a white noise machine before bed or running an AC unit on full blast during hot summer months— nearly everything we do requires energy, making power generation a vital component of our …