Posted on: 11 March, 2009
Author: Martina Prima Posizione
We start from the sustainable resources that are mainly the biomass; this means the combustion of heat and electricity by cogeneration; the wind that is the Aeolian electricity source; the solar therm... We start from the sustainable resources that are mainly the biomass; this means the combustion of heat and electricity by cogeneration; the wind that is the Aeolian electricity source; the solar thermal radiation, useful to produce electric and thermal energy. Also the waterfalls, generally understood as hydroelectric source, the marine streams and the tides belong to sustainable resources. Solar plants are energy plants that generate power through solar...
Posted on: 10 March, 2009
Author: Jake Reynolds
Energy from sunlight is one of the best and most effective renewable energy sources available. The difficulty most new environmental warriors find is that the financial burden of professionally installed solar power systems is way beyond their budget and it could take well over 10 years to see a return on their investment. Never fear, there are alternatives. Solar power is one of the best and most effective renewable energy sources available. The problem newbie environmental warriors find is that the financial burden of professionally installed solar power systems is way beyond their budget and it could take well over...
Posted on: 07 March, 2009
Author: Catalan Gardener
Stop using so many dangerous chemical cleaners. Save money and improve the health and safety of your family. Make simple green cleaning products at home and you will even help the planet! There are so many reasons to stop buying chemical cleaning products. The simple solution is to ditch the majority of the chemical cleaners you buy. Hey use the one's you've already got at home but just don't replace them all as they run out. Most of them are duplicates of each other anyway. A multi-surface kitchen cleaner, a floor cleaner, tile cleaner and a bathroom cleaner? Why can't...
Posted on: 05 March, 2009
Author: Earthship Biotecture
The Greater World project is designed to create an ideal condition from which a sustainable community can grow and flourish. Introduction and Overview of the Greater World Earthship Subdivision BackgroundThe Greater World project is designed to create an ideal condition from which a sustainable community can grow and flourish. Approximately 200 people will live in independent homes built using mostly recycled materials. These solar homes will be capable of growing food year round and will require little or no supplementary utilities. This sets the stage for a non-destructive existence that removes stress from the lives of people and the planet....
Posted on: 03 March, 2009
Author: Tim McDonald
With all the improvements in green energy technology, it is now simpler than ever to begin adapting your house into a green energy home. A green energy home makes use of renewable sources to supply hot water, power, heating and security. With all the improvements in green energy technology, it is now simpler than ever to begin adapting your house into a green energy home. A green energy home makes use of renewable sources to supply hot water, power, heating and security. There are a variety of methods to making your house a green energy home. The first is solar...
Posted on: 02 March, 2009
Author: Tim McDonald
An increasing number of people have started to realize that they can enjoy today's luxuries and the independence of off power grid living at the same time. Off power grid living basically means that you are disconnected from the grid. Not only is living off the power grid good for the environment and inexpensive, but it is an option open to almost anyone owning a home. An increasing number of people have started to realize that they can enjoy today's luxuries and the independence of off power grid living at the same time. Off power grid living basically means that...
Posted on: 02 March, 2009
Author: Tim McDonald
With the fast exhaustion of non-renewable resources, the shortage of power, the need for a reliable electricity supply and daily alerts of global warming, it is time we make a change. So, where shall we start? How about getting your power off the grid? With the fast exhaustion of non-renewable resources, the shortage of power, the need for a reliable electricity supply and daily alerts of global warming, it is time we make a change. So, where shall we start? How about making your power off the grid? If you never thought of doing such a thing, you should know...
Posted on: 26 February, 2009
Author: Solar Power
Most of us are aware that we need to investigate alternative sources of energy. While there are rebates available, the cost of solar panels can still be prohibitive for most people which make DIY S... Why would you do it? If you have a sense of adventure, you want to do your bit to save the environment or even just to save some money, DIY Solar Power Kits make a lot of sense. Once installed, DIY Solar Power Kits are almost maintenance free. The average lifespan of solar panels is over thirty years. Not only that, but they are emission...
Posted on: 26 February, 2009
Author: Tim McDonald
For centuries we have used the sun's natural energy to our advantage. For example, it has been used in ancient times to provide natural lighting in temples, for photosynthesis and natural heating for growing crops, to desalinize and purify water, and it has been magnified and intensified to heat thermal power plants. For centuries we have used the sun's natural energy to our advantage. For example, it has been used in ancient times to provide natural lighting in temples, for photosynthesis and natural heating for growing crops, to desalinize and purify water, and it has been magnified and intensified to...
Posted on: 26 February, 2009
Author: Tim McDonald
A good way to make your own renewable hot water and cut down on your electricity bill is to install a solar water panel system at home. But before going out and buying any system, here is what you need to know to help you find the best option. A good way to make your own renewable hot water and cut down on your electricity bill is to install a solar water panel system at home. But before going out and buying any system, here are a few tips to help you find the best option. 1. Number And Size...