US Puts Solar Panels on Old Nuclear Weapons Sites for Powering 70,000 Homes
In a transformative initiative, former nuclear weapons sites in the United States are being repurposed to host solar farms, aiming to generate clean energy for thousands of homes. This is part of the “Cleanup to Clean Energy” program by the Department of Energy, which ...
Sand Batteries Could Be The Next Frontier In Renewable Energy–And it’s Already Heating Homes in Finland
Sand batteries could revolutionize the renewable energy landscape by providing a sustainable and efficient method of energy storage. This innovative technology harnesses the natural properties of beach sand to store and release energy derived from intermittent sources like solar and ...
‘A Beautiful Idea’: This French Town Is Making its Cemetery a Source of Solar Energy
The innovative approach taken by the town of Saint-Joachim in France is nothing short of remarkable. Facing the challenge of managing standing water in its low-lying cemetery, the community has devised an ingenious solution that not only addresses the water issue but also harnesses ...
Most of Europe’s Energy Came From Renewable Sources in 2021
The year 2020 wasn’t all about bad omens and the pandemic, as it was also a victory for sustainability and clean energy generation. For the first time in the history of mankind, Europe managed to generate more energy from renewables than from fossil fuels.
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Eco Sustainable Home That Running On Renewable Energy From The Sun
Ever imagined 2016 as the year in which a home can totally run on renewable energy? Harnessing the power of the sun is what makes the following home functional. In the HALO project, the solar panels aren’t just attached but they make up the roof! Made with the name and the shape ...
‘Farm from a Box’: The Best Solution for Off-Grid Farming
Besides using shipping containers to make awesome micro-homes, now you can also use them to create micro-farms. A company based in California designed ‘Farm from a box’, a farming toolkit that provides everything you need in order to produce your own organic and off-grid food. The modified shipping ...
How to Size Your Solar System
Using solar power in your household can have lots of positive sides. First of all, solar power is much cheaper than other traditional energy sources. Second of all, using solar power you will minimize your carbon print and enjoy a natural and sustainable power source. But when setting ...
Silent rooftop wind turbines could generate half of a household’s energy needs
The use of wind turbines in households is becoming more and more popular. Wind power like other natural power sources can be quite volatile, but it’s still a highly sustainable power source for those who want to live an off-the-grid lifestyle. A Dutch renewable energy start-up ...
