Today, I wrote a post for TreeHugger about a company that is proposing to build a colossal magnetic levitation wind turbine. Magnetic levitation (or maglev) is an interesting technology that has been around for a while. … [Continue Reading]
553 Megawatts of Solar To Power 400,000 Homes
July 26, 2007 by 1 Comment
It's the largest single commitment to buy solar power. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has entered into a renewable energy agreement with Solel to purchase renewable energy from the Mojave Solar Park, to be constructed in California's Mojave … [Continue Reading]
It’s Official: Toyota Testing Plug-In Hybrid In Japan, U.S. and Europe
July 25, 2007 by 2 Comments
Toyota has developed a plug-in hybrid vehicle for public road tests in Japan and plans the tests for the U.S. and Europe. (Cars that can run on electricity are much more efficient and economical than gasoline powered cars. They can recharged via … [Continue Reading]
Boeing Developing Algae-Powered Jet Fuel
July 23, 2007 by Leave a Comment
Air New Zealand and Boeing are secretly working to create the world's first green aviation fuel, made of wild algae. The fuel is essentially derived from bacterial pond scum created through the photosynthesis of sunlight and carbon dioxide on … [Continue Reading]
Newest 5 Megawatt Wind Turbines
July 23, 2007 by Leave a Comment
These 5 megawatt wind turbines are the latest to be raised in the Netherlands, you can read more about these turbines here. … [Continue Reading]
Latest Solar Tower Image
July 23, 2007 by 1 Comment
A recent photo of the 11 megawatt solar tower now operating in Spain. … [Continue Reading]
“Eco-Lofts” In Atlanta: 100% Wind Powered
July 23, 2007 by Leave a Comment
Atlanta will soon be home to the Eco-Lofts, a condominium development that will run on 100% wind power. Located in Chamblee (just outside Atlanta), Eco-Lofts will feature loft-style condos that will range in price from $200,000 to $500,000. The … [Continue Reading]
100% Electric SUV Recharges In 10 Minutes
July 19, 2007 by 15 Comments
This SUV by Phoenix Motorcars is an all-electric, zero-emissions vehicle. It can recharge in 10 minutes, and it has a range of a 100 miles (or more) per charge. It's fast too — it can achieve speeds of 95 MPH while carrying five passengers and … [Continue Reading]
No Impact Man
July 19, 2007 by Leave a Comment
No Impact Man is really on the cutting-edge of efficient, green living. This recent post is a good introduction to what he is all about. While some might think this kind of living is extreme, I think his approach to living actually very practical. It … [Continue Reading]
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