|
World: Alternative-energy-news.info: [ Geolocation ] (Laatste update: zaterdag 19 februari 2022 08:11:53)
|
Apple Electric Car: Concept Photos
Electric Cars | Future Technology | TransportationRecent rumours that suggest Apple may be working on an electric car have inspired the website carwow to produce some concept images of what the vehicle may look like. Speculation that Apple may be in talks to purchase electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors inspired the illustrations to have a similar resemblance. Apple obviously has the […] Mon, 30 Mar 2015 07:11:27 +0000
|
The Bigfoot Electric Monster Truck
Electric Cars | TransportationSome Friday fun… we discovered this intriguing electric beast while covering this week’s Vancouver Auto Show. It’s not really going to do much to help the environment, but we think it’s kind of neat that many manufacturers are jumping on the electric vehicle bandwagon. If anything this could help expose new technologies to a completely […] Fri, 27 Mar 2015 07:33:47 +0000
|
Top 10 Green Cars – 2015 Vancouver Auto Show
Electric Cars | Fuel Cells | Hydrogen Fuel | TransportationThis Tuesday we had a unique opportunity to preview the Vancouver International Auto Show. This year’s show features a wide variety of electric, hydrogen and hybrid-electric vehicles. We took full advantage and we’re absolutely thrilled to see so many manufacturers putting research and development into clean transportation technologies. Almost every manufacturer had something future-friendly to […] Thu, 26 Mar 2015 07:18:57 +0000
|
Tulip Shaped Solar Plants to be Installed in Ethiopia
Energy Industry | Future Technology | Solar PowerAORA Solar has announced that it will begin construction of its solar-biogas power plants in Ethiopia. Construction of the first pilot plant will start by mid-2015. Ethiopia’s Minister of Water, Irrigation and Energy has stated that ” AORA’s unique solar-hybrid technology is impressive and well-suited to provide both energy and heat to support local economic […] Tue, 24 Mar 2015 07:39:47 +0000
|
Tree Shaped Wind Turbines to be Installed in Paris
Energy Inventions | Wind Power | Wind TurbinesA French company called New Wind is installing tree-shaped wind turbines at the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France. The company’s founder, Jérôme Michaud-Larivière came up with the idea while in a Paris square, when he “saw the leaves tremble when there was not a breath of air.” He hopes the trees can be […] Mon, 23 Mar 2015 07:08:53 +0000
|
Japan Closer to Harvesting Solar Energy from Space
Energy Inventions | Future Technology | Solar PowerSince 2008, the Japanese Space Agency (JAXA) has been working hard to develop technologies to transmit electricity wirelessly. The goal of the Space Solar Power Systems (SSPS), is to be able to transmit energy from orbiting solar panels by 2030. On March 12th, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) successfully conducted a ground demonstration test of […] Thu, 19 Mar 2015 07:57:50 +0000
|
The Eiffel Tower Installs Two Wind Turbines
Energy Industry | Wind Power | Wind TurbinesThe 126 year old Eiffel Tower is going green! A pair of camouflaged VisionAIR5 wind turbines were installed inside the scaffolding on the second floor, and are expected to generate 10,000 kilowatt hours of electricity every year. That’s enough to power the tower’s entire first floor; including history exhibits, a souvenir shop and restaurants. The […] Mon, 16 Mar 2015 07:27:53 +0000
|
Possible Dual Rotor Technology for Wind Turbines
Energy Inventions | Wind Power | Wind TurbinesIowa State Aerospace Engineers Anupam Sharma and Hui Hu are exploring the possibility of adding a smaller, secondary rotor to wind turbines. The engineers studied the base of existing turbines and found two major problems. First, they are big round structural pieces that don’t harvest any wind energy because they are not shaped like an […] Sun, 15 Mar 2015 07:24:30 +0000
|
The Kymogen Wave Energy Generator
Energy Inventions | Hydro Power | Wave PowerMechanical Engineer David Hartmann and Craftsman Jason Ballash have designed a new wave power technology called the KymoGen, which has the potential to produce clean, low-cost energy using the constant power of waves. Key to the design is its simplicity. A portable 8’x8′ platform is tethered to a mooring on the sea floor. Inside the […] Sat, 14 Mar 2015 07:17:24 +0000
|
Man Converts Toyota Prius into Motor Home
Hybrid Cars | TransportationIt’s Friday, so we figured it’s time for a little humour. James Lawler, a Landscaper from Torquay Australia, has built himself a mini-motorhome atop his Toyota Prius Hybrid. The project took just over a week to complete using scrap materials, and ended up costing him just under $150. What inspired this project? Lawler says “There’s […] Fri, 13 Mar 2015 07:29:39 +0000
|
Meet the ELF: A Pedal-Powered, Solar-Electric Hybrid
Pedal Power | Solar Power | TransportationDescribed as the “most efficient vehicle on the planet”, The ELF is a solar and pedal-powered hybrid tricycle hand-built in the United States by Organic Transit. It is available in one, two and three seater models, and according to their website it gets the equivalent of 1800 miles per gallon! It is legally considered a […] Thu, 12 Mar 2015 08:16:14 +0000
|
How Recycled CO2 is Changing the Manufacturing Landscape
Energy Economy | Energy Industry | Environment and SustainabilityEnvironmentalists have pushed greenhouse gases as being the leading cause of global warming. Carbon dioxide has been regarded as being the biggest contributor to the greenhouse effect. But what if there was a way to recycle the most abundant greenhouse gas in the Earth’s atmosphere? Carbon dioxide is a major byproduct of industrial power generation […] Wed, 11 Mar 2015 07:24:09 +0000
|
The Hydrobee: USB Power from Nature
Energy Inventions | Human Power | Hydro PowerWe just received an email from a company called Hydrobee, asking us to vote for them as Autodesk’s inventor of the Year. Having never heard of this we checked it out… what a neat invention! This soda-can sized device generates electricity for USB devices when you’re off the grid. It can generate power using flowing […] Tue, 10 Mar 2015 07:07:19 +0000
|
Goodyear Releases Electricity-Generating Tire Concept
Electric Cars | Future Technology | TransportationWe’ve been getting a lot of positive news about electric cars recently. This week at the Geneva International Auto Show, Goodyear unveiled a new concept tire called the BH03. While we don’t know why it is called that, we do know that Goodyear’s new tire looks radical and could potentially generate electricity for electric cars […] Mon, 09 Mar 2015 08:34:30 +0000
|
Meet the Makani Energy Kite
Energy Inventions | Wind Power | Wind TurbinesBack in 2013 Google purchased a company called Makani, creators of the Energy Kite. Their goal is to make wind energy pricing competitive with fossil fuels, and they believe a new approach is needed. The Energy Kite is a new type of wind turbine, designed to generate more energy using 90% less materials. “Makani’s energy […] Sun, 08 Mar 2015 08:40:32 +0000
|
Nissan Launches 7-seater Electric Minivan
Electric Cars | Energy Industry | TransportationEver wanted to own an electric car, but didn’t think any of the current options were practical? Think again! Nissan is turning over a new leaf with it’s new 100% electric e-NV200 — a 7-seater electric minivan — perfect for cargo, families and even taxis. Previously only available as a 5-seater, the new model has […] Fri, 06 Mar 2015 13:32:17 +0000
|
The Lateral Axis Wind Turbine
Energy Inventions | Wind Power | Wind TurbinesSri Lankan inventor Leelananda Jayasuriya just sent us this concept for a Lateral Axis Wind Turbine. The turbine functions just like a Ferris Wheel, with the blades orbiting in an epicyclical path around the central shaft. Leelananda believes there are many advantages to his design: it can rotate with the direction of the wind, it […] Thu, 05 Mar 2015 09:29:45 +0000
|
Meet the Strati: A 3D Printed Electric Car
Electric Cars | Future Technology | Transportation3D Printing is all the rage these days, so it’s no surprise someone has printed a complete and functional electric automobile, appropriately named the Strati (Italian for “layers”). 18 months ago, Phoenix Arizona company Local Motors teamed up with Cincinnati Incorporated to develop a neighborhood electric car. The project is open source; members are encouraged […] Wed, 04 Mar 2015 11:54:45 +0000
|
Green Cars in 2015 (Infographic)
Electric Cars | Hybrid Cars | TransportationConsidering a green car? These days it makes a lot of sense but there are so many options; electric, hybrid, hydrogen and even solar. One day soon we’ll all be driving one, so how do we choose? And if we don’t have a green car, what can you we do to help the environment in […] Tue, 03 Mar 2015 08:17:01 +0000
|
Google Biodome: New Headquarters to Blend with Environment
Energy Politics | Environment and Sustainability | Future TechnologyToday Google announced their exciting proposal to redevelop four sites in Mountain View, California. Designed by Bjarke Ingels at BIG and Thomas Heatherwick at Heatherwick Studio, the new headquarters will be the first time Google will design and build their offices from scratch. The concept is simple and genius: instead of building permanent structures with […] Mon, 02 Mar 2015 09:32:47 +0000
|
3D Printed Solar Energy Trees
Energy Inventions | Future Technology | Photovoltaic Cells | Solar PowerHow would nature do it? Researchers at the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland may be discovering the answer, thanks to advancing solar and 3D printing technologies. They have developed some very decorative prototypes of what they are calling “energy harvesting trees”. The tiny leaves generate and store solar energy and can be used to […] Sat, 28 Feb 2015 08:24:23 +0000
|
The Benefits of Solar Power (Infographic)
Environment and Sustainability | Photovoltaic Cells | Solar PowerHome Inspector Bill Barber recently created an excellent infographic that details how solar panels can power homes and help the environment at the same time. According to the infographic, “1 hour of Energy from the Sun = 1 Year of Power for the Global Population”. And as stated, solar power remains the 3rd most important […] Mon, 23 Feb 2015 01:23:06 +0000
|
Oriental Hornet: Expert Solar Power Harvester
Environment and Sustainability | Photovoltaic Cells | Solar PowerDo you know who is the most competent solar power expert, according to a research team from Tel Aviv University? It is the humble common Oriental hornet found in our gardens! Much to the astonishment of the scientists and researchers, the hornet utilizes solar power much like a plant and it produces electricity. Think how […] Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:37:21 +0000
|
|
World: BBC_World: [ Geolocation ] (Laatste update: zaterdag 14 oktober 2023 13:41:12)
|
New Zealand election: National party's Chris Luxon wins
New Zealand election won by centre-right opposition as Labour PM Chris Hipkins concedes. Sat, 14 Oct 2023 10:58:18 GMT
|
North Korea sending Russia military equipment, US claims
Pyongyang supplied up to 1,000 containers of "equipment and munitions" in recent weeks, officials said. Sat, 14 Oct 2023 04:16:44 GMT
|
Trump-backed Jim Jordan chosen as Speaker nominee
It is still unclear whether the Ohio congressman has enough support to win a majority in the House. Sat, 14 Oct 2023 01:31:27 GMT
|
Could an Israeli ground invasion of Gaza meet its aims?
It is now only a matter of time before Israeli forces enter Gaza, with the goal of wiping out Hamas. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:40:02 GMT
|
Louise Glück, poet and Nobel laureate, dies at 80
Glück won a Nobel in 2020 and was the first American poet to win the prize since TS Eliot in 1948. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:30:20 GMT
|
China's Belt and Road Initiative: Kenya and a railway to nowhere
A $5bn transport project, funded by Chinese loans, is in danger of becoming a white elephant. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:12:59 GMT
|
BBC show is a 'lifeline' for Afghan girls, UN says
Girls barred from the classroom by the Taliban government are using a BBC programme to learn in secret. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:03:00 GMT
|
Poland election: Poles prepare to vote as rivals end acrimonious campaign
Poland elects a new parliament on Sunday with the right-wing ruling party seeking a third term. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:02:59 GMT
|
France raises security level after school knife attack
France is put on its highest counter-terrorism alert, following the death of a teacher stabbed at a high school. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:58:01 GMT
|
Man pleads guilty to stealing Wizard of Oz ruby slippers
Terry Martin thought the rubies in the slippers were real gems, but they were in fact made of glass. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:08:02 GMT
|
Israel-Gaza conflict proves treacherous ground for US politicians
Turbulence caused by the fighting in the Middle East could upend the 2024 presidential race. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:43:33 GMT
|
BBC journalists held at gunpoint by Israeli police
A BBC Arabic team was driving to back to a hotel when they were stopped and dragged from their car. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:17:45 GMT
|
Hamas attack on Israel kibbutz Be’eri captured by mothers’ WhatsApp group
Messages reveal how trapped families called for help and shared words of comfort as militants killed 100 in their kibbutz. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:59:56 GMT
|
Venice airport closed, flights diverted by flock of seagulls
Flights were also diverted from Marco Polo Airport in the Italian city due to the birds' presence. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:05:28 GMT
|
CCTV shows how Hamas militants broke into Be'eri kibbutz
Footage verified by the BBC shows militants hiding in a booth at the gates of the community before ambushing a car. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:26:44 GMT
|
Microsoft completes $69bn takeover of Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard
It comes after the UK approved the $69bn takeover of Activision Blizzard, which makes Call of Duty. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:10:13 GMT
|
Searching for my peace activist mother in Israel
Yonatan Ziegen's mother Vivian Silver texted her son to say her home had been attacked. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:16:07 GMT
|
How would an Israeli ground assault on Gaza unfold?
Sending forces into Gaza's densely populated urban areas is an operation fraught with peril. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:58:09 GMT
|
Kibbutz massacre survivor describes attack by Hamas gunmen
Neta Portal describes the horror of a Hamas attack after being shot in the legs six times. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:05:22 GMT
|
Missing peace activist Vivian Silver - son awaits news, good or bad
My mother would say the atrocities are the result of not striving for peace, he tells Jeremy Bowen. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:53:38 GMT
|
Kfar Aza kibbutz massacre: Father saves daughter he hadn’t seen for six years
Neta had not spoken to her father for years, but she knew he was the only person who could save her. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:09:12 GMT
|
Shots fired as BBC visits scene of Israel festival massacre
Lucy Williamson visits the site of the Israeli music festival where 260 bodies were discovered. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 06:47:50 GMT
|
Watch: Scalise bows out of Speaker’s race, citing ‘schisms’
Republican Congressman Steve Scalise has dropped out of the race to become Speaker of the House just a day after his party nominated him. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 01:25:23 GMT
|
Israel targets Hamas’s labyrinth of tunnels under Gaza
Palestinian militants are thought to have built hundreds of kilometres of tunnels underneath Gaza. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:10:45 GMT
|
BBC crew find injured friends in overrun Gaza hospital
BBC Arabic reporter Adnan Elbursh visits the main hospital in Gaza City, which is at breaking point. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 21:29:10 GMT
|
US $6bn deal with Iran under scrutiny in wake of Hamas attack on Israel
President Biden has faced pressure to hold the funds amid claims Tehran instigated the Hamas attack. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:50:58 GMT
|
Land, air and sea: Video analysis shows how Hamas coordinated huge Israel attack
The BBC’s Gordon Corera investigates exactly how the Palestinian militant group was able to launch its surprise attack on Israel. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:18:46 GMT
|