Alternative Energy and Power Technology.... is where it's at!
Peak Oil News - Biodiesel Fuel News - Hydrogen Fuel Cell News - Nuclear Power News - Pedal Power News - Solar Power News - Tidal Power News - Wind Power News
Some excellent alternative energy news resources. Myself am sincerely optimistic that our societies will develop new technologies to help us survive into the future. When I read about all of technology advances and projects that are happening daily, I get really excited about the future. It seems like renewable energies might finally be catching on in the mainstream. Here are some more alternative energy resources.
The price of oil is certainly accelerating the growing public awareness. Numerous websites and news sources are dedicating their efforts to making people aware of "peak oil", the point where demand for oil production out paces the supply. Many believe we have already arrived at the peak, and the high cost of fuel we are currently experiencing is just a symptom of this phenomenon. < Peak Oil News > tracks the latest news and article related to this subject. They also have a peak oil resources page with links to other peak oil information on the web. As a bonus they offer a peak oil rss feed tool to help webmasters share the latest headlines.
Alternative fuels are being developed in many different areas. Biodiesel and Ethanol are just 2 of the many fuels that are in use and even being endorsed by government initiatives and tax incentives. These fuel technologies can be made from a variety of bio products such as corn, palm oil and even coconut oil. There is still a great deal of debate about whether or not growing crops for fuel is an efficient form of energy. News items about these technology developments can be found on < Biodiesel Fuel News. > For more information you can visit this biodiesel resources page.
While geothermal technologies are not developing as quickly as some other renewables, there are still many exciting new developments happening in this field every day - find out more on < Geothermal Power News.> Thermal energy is utilized by tapping the heat generated below the earth's surface. The most common use of this technology is in heat pumps which can provide heat and electricity for buildings. Here are some more geothermal resources.
The ever rising price of gas on everyone's mind, and increasing amount of people are taking a serious look at hybrid cars as an alternative way of lowering their expenses. The popularity of hybrids is increasing and even being supported by tax incentives and government bylaws which grant special privileges to hybrid car drivers. Debate about hybrid technology is fueled by the expensive purchase price and the fact that these vehicles still rely on fossil fuels for propulsion. Find out more of the latest < Hybrid Car News > and research more about hybrid and electric vehicle technologies on the hybrid car resources section of the site.
Hydrogen Fuel is basically developed by extracting hydrogen from water. The energy is stored in fuel cells for use in a great many applications, from vehicle propulsion to laptop power. The technology is largely still in development stages, but many believe fuel cells are one of the most promising technologies for the future. < Hydrogen Fuel Cell News > provides an up to date resource for the latest developments of this exciting energy source. Of course there is a complimentary hydrogen fuel cell resources page for more hydrogen related information from the web.
< Nuclear Power News > provides an updated source of news and articles related to nuclear energy and the dangers of this risky technology. Many governments are pushing for nuclear power to fuel the future while many scientists and environmentalists urge caution about the risks involved. There is also some debate about the efficiency of this technology due to issues such as uranium supplies and nuclear waste disposal. The nuclear power resources directory offers more online information about nuclear energy.
Bicycle pedal power can be used for a great deal more than transportation. The efficiency of the pedal-crank combination is being transformed for use in developing rural third world farm communities. Electricity can be generated and stored using recycled exercise bicycles and parts. Pedal powered washing machines, televisions, laptops, blenders, grinders and tools are some of the potential uses for this technologies. There are a few organizations currently involved in recycling used bicycles from western nations for use in rejuvenating poor communities in countries like Guatemala. Read more about < Pedal Power News > and visit the information directory of pedal power resources.
< Solar Power News > is a daily news resource for stories about sun power technologies. The solar energy industry is growing at such a fast pace that the producers of the essential silicon technologies are having trouble keeping up with demand. New breakthroughs are being reported which allow us to get even more energy from the sun with smaller panels. Technologies are even allowing for solar panels to be used on small gadgets such as lamps and even to recharge cell phones and mp3 players. Here are some accompanying solar power resources for more information about sun energy.
The power of the ocean's tides can be harnessed to generate electricity. < Tidal Power News > is dedicated to providing news about this exciting technology development. Some large scale tidal energy generators are already being tested. If ocean energies prove effective there is great potential considering the vast expanse of the ocean. Underwater turbines can be driven by both the incoming and outgoing tides. Tidal Power Resources links to other relevant ocean energy websites.
After nuclear power, wind energy is likely one of the most controversial forms of renewable energy. Wind farms are being built onshore and offshore all over the world, with many future wind farms are being delayed due to concerns about the impact on wildlife. Not only are environmentalists concerned about fatalities among endangered bird species, but some studies have shown a low energy noise effect on rodents and even some humans. < Wind Power News > attempts to provide an objective view and publish links to stories about the pros and cons of wind turbines. Find more online information at Wind Power Resources.
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