The basic principle of wind energy is simple. A series of sails or blades mounted around a rotor catch the wind and translate its kinetic energy into rotational energy. Traditional windmills use that rotational energy to grind grain or pump water. But in modern wind turbines, it turns a generator that creates electricity. How do […]
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Energy, Sustainability, Technology
The regulation of renewable energies in Spain did not begin to develop until the 1980s, with a law promoting mini-hydro (Law 82/1980 on energy conservation).
Renewable Energy: How Spain is Making a Brighter Future Read Post »
Energy, Environment, Government, Sustainability
What are Batteries? What is Electrochemical Energy? People use batteries for everything from children’s toys to industrial machines. Electrochemical energy (electricity stored in chemical form) powers batteries. As there is more demand than ever for sustainable energy, batteries have the potential to meet this. To meet energy needs, people created electrochemical batteries. These use a
Electrochemical Batteries: A Solution for Energy Wastage? Read Post »
Energy, Environment, Innovation
Over the coming decades, global warming is set to increase the earth’s temperature by 1.5 ℃. Indeed, a 2021 report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change confirmed this recently. Fossil fuel emissions are a major cause of this rise. If we don’t act fast to reduce the effects of global warming, this increase could
The story of Iceland: 100% renewable energy Read Post »
Energy, Government, Strategy, Sustainability
We have seen solar PV become more efficient and cheaper in the 2010s. Do we have the technology to make solar PV the energy of future?
Is Solar PV the Energy of the Future? Read Post »
Energy, Technology
Over $1 trillion has been invested in renewables worldwide, creating around 10 million job opportunities. Renewables benefit the environment as they represent a clean and sustainable source of power.
Breakeven Renewable Energy Read Post »
Energy, Sustainability
