Engineers from Sandia National Laboratories have developed a falling particle receiver at the National Solar Thermal Test Facility. The technology is to be eventually used in solar power towers for electricity generation.
By Franco Normani
3 Mar 2020
Plastic pollution has dramatically hit the headlines over the past few years, as we discover how much plastic has invaded our natural resources and ecosystems.
By Suzie Hall
26 Feb 2020
The rapidly expanding world population twinned with the effects of climate change is putting pressure on the world’s water resources.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
2 Nov 2017
Clean technology is also referred to as cleantech, green technology, and greentech.
By Ben Pilkington
2 Jun 2015
Geoengineering is a broad term that covers various techniques that have been postulated to change various aspects of the natural environment.
By Ben Pilkington
3 Sep 2012
Combined heat and power (CHP) is a clean and efficient method of generating heat – or thermal energy – and power from a single fuel source.
By Ben Pilkington
9 Jun 2008
A fuel cell is a device that combines chemical energy from fuel with an oxidizing agent to produce electricity.
By Ben Pilkington
18 May 2008
During building and renovating, long term energy savings can be achieved through design considerations during the initial stages of planning.
By Stephen Edgar
9 Jun 2008
Keeping a home green not only helps the environment but may also help to prevent chronic diseases, ailments, and allergies that can affect children.
By Stephen Edgar
21 Jul 2008
Biodiesel is a form of alternative transportation fuel manufactured from renewable sources such as new or used animal fats and vegetable oils.
By Stephen Edgar
15 Jun 2008