Category: Renewable Energy

Do Biofuels Still Have A Future In The US? – Interview With Jim Lane


Following record droughts across the United States, the benefits of the ethanol subsidy were once again hotly debated; and biofuels in general found themselves generating quite a few unflattering headlines.

But as always the mainstream media overreacted and we wanted to help put the record straight as to whether biofuels are an expensive folly or if they really do offer an affordable source of liquid fuel that can help us lower our reliance upon gasoline.

Asia Poised To Overtake Europe As Global Solar Power Leader By 2016


Asia is set to produce more solar power than any other region in the world over the next five years, said the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA) on Monday, with the fastest PV (photovoltaic) growth expected to come from China and India.

“Europe has dominated the global PV (photovoltaic) market for years but the rest of the world clearly has the biggest potential for growth,” wrote the EPIA report, as cited by Reuters.

Top 5 Figures Influencing Renewable Energy in the US


As Oilprice.com embarks on its Top 5 series, we thought it expedient to begin with our take on the key figures shaping and influencing U.S. renewable energy efforts, not least because the issue of energy security is being prioritized in campaigning ahead of U.S. presidential elections.

The Renewable Energy Debate


 

Renewable Energy Businesses


 

Renewable energy businesses are growing dramatically, as more and more individuals and companies realize the vast benefits offered. In addition to renewable energy being a great cost cutter, the various sources used promote a healthier and cleaner planet. While some sources of renewable energy have been around since the beginning of time, over the past decade many businesses have come up with new solutions, all being outlined below.

Can Cornfields Replace Oilfields and Provide Clean Energy?


The race is on to find alternate sources of fuel and energy and quit dependence on oil, especially with ever increasing and volatile oil prices. But are alternate energy sources as clean and green as most might think?

Here are the pros of cons of corn ethanol, and the truth about just how energy efficient it really is:

Renewable Energy Industry


The renewable energy industry is getting towards a substantial growth which is consistent with the economies of other industries. Renewable energy industry deals with water, wood, wind, and solar energy and gradually replacing fossil fuels energy( energy from coal, petroleum).

The Energy Economy


One of the major aspects of energy economy is the efficient utilization and proper development of energy sources available in the world. The optimal production and consumption of energy is at the core of an efficient energy economy. The important aspects of energy economy are – environmental concerns, industry behavior and public regulatory policies pertaining to energy.

Renewable Energy Sources & Applications


Renewable energy sources have been used for a long time. One of the major advantages of renewable energy sources is that renewable energy can be replenished quickly. Moreover there is not much scarcity of these energy sources.

[br] The major sources of renewable energy are –