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Socio-economics of Kenyan Solar Energy
In Kenya since the 1980’s, the main source of energy was hydroelectricity or power generated from diesel generators. In 1997, 70% of energy demand in Kenya was met through wood-based and plant based fuels. The main motivations in the early [...]
Worlwide wind capacity increases in 2010 at the lowest growth rate since 2004
A few days ago the World Wind Energy Association (WWEA) released the World Wind Energy Report 2010 which introduces the latest data on worldwide wind capacity. According to the report worldwide capacity reached 196,630 Megawatt, out of which 37,642 Megawatt [...]
U.S. Energy production from renewable resources reached 11% in 2010
The latest Monthly Energy Review released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration last week shows both nuclear and renewable energy sources provided roughly 11 percent each of primary energy production for the first nine months of 2010 – the latest [...]
Bio-fuel worlds exemplar vested in South America: Brazil
Ethanol Summit 2011 underlines Brazil’s Role In Global Quest for Low-Carbon Solutions The third edition of one of the world’s top events dedicated to renewable energies, with special focus on ethanol and other sugarcane by-products, is confirmed for June 6th [...]
Carbon footprint of public sector buildings in England and Wales to be released
Our buildings consume energy not only when they are being constructed but also mostly while they are being used. A few years ago the Stern Review highlighted that buildings’ carbon impact is not negligible and we should pay attention to [...]
Skinny Player – Stick On Music Player Powered By Body Heat Concept
The Skinny Player is a concept design for a music playback device that is attached to the users skin and is powered through their body heat. The device is intended for use when a person is exercising or is out [...]
Tropical fruits to make batteries?
Malaysia is a biodiversity hotspot in the Asian continent. The country is estimated to host over 17,000 species of amphibians, birds, mammals, reptiles and vascular plant species. And taking advantatge of this some are thinking, why not preserving biodiversity and [...]
EU to exceed its renewable target by 2020
Last January 5th the European Wind Energy Association published its analysis of the 27th National Renewable Energy Action Plans (NREAP), submitted by the EU Member States to the European Commission. The main finding is that the European Union 27 will [...]
Tropic biodiversity in decline as demand of natural resources rises
“Our demand on natural resources has doubled since 1966 and in 2007 we were using the equivalent of 1.5 planets to support our activities. If we continue living beyond the Earth’s limits, by 2030 we’ll need the equivalent of two [...]
Northern Ireland sets out a target of 40% of electricity to come from renewable sources by 2020
It’s definitely a huge challenge for Northern Ireland. And a really good example to follow. Currently less than 10% of Northern Irleland’s electricity is generated from alternative energy, mainly land-based wind farms. And through a new energy strategy, the Strategic [...]
Solar costs lower than nuclear for the first time
It can be controversial for some people and delighting for some others. But the title of this post is true. At least it is according to the study, “Solar and Nuclear Costs – The Historic Crossover“, carried out by John [...]
World largest solar plant is about to be constructed
The Blythe concentrating solar power project, the largest solar plant in the world, is about to become a reality. Last Wednesday, 15th of September, the project cleared an important hurdle when the California Energy Commission (CEC) approved the planned $6 [...]
