As the world looks to expand and diversify its energy needs while meeting its environmental ambitions, geothermal could play a very significant role.
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America’s Struggling Solar Industry Has a New Comeback Plan
For years, U.S. officials have complained about Chinese companies ripping off American technology to build their own industries, a practice known as “technology transfer.” In industries like autos, Beijing required U.S. companies set up joint ventures with Chinese firms, which helped jump-start China’s domestic auto industry. Now, there’s evidence that the transfer is going in the opposite...
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Top Countries Using Renewable Energy
The topic of sustainable living has become increasingly popular in the last decade. Developing renewable energy is now considered a top priority throughout many parts of the world. Renewable energy is by definition renewable, meaning that it replenishes naturally and at a quicker rate than it is consumed to supply us with electricity, heat, transportation,...
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Exploring the pros and cons of nuclear energy
"Our survey results show that people who worry about climate change are more open to advanced nuclear technology than they are to traditional nuclear reactors. In our most recent survey, 65% of the respondents who worried most about climate change supported the use of small modular reactors in the US; less than 50% supported the construction of traditional reactors or plants."
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Eagle-Safe Wind Farms: DTBird Technology Lowers Collision Risk
A new study on DTBird, an advanced detection and deterrent system, reveals significant potential for reducing eagle collisions at wind farms. Conducted from 2017 to 2024, the research spanned two locations: the Manzana Wind Power Project in California and Goodnoe Hills Wind Farm in Washington. DTBird’s automated system uses cameras to detect birds and deploys...
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From Commitment to Investment: Amazon Bets Big on Advanced Nuclear
Amazon's backing of advanced nuclear signals a positive shift in how large-scale energy users approach energy needs and environmental ambitions.
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America Has a Political Climate Change Problem
"Regardless of who wins in November, we have serious work to do to combat political climate change. It is each of our responsibilities to choose the most radical response of all – warmheartedness and truth."
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Safety a priority at public NRC meeting regarding Nuclear Plant restart
The conversations surrounding the controversial restarting of the Palisades Nuclear power plant have started back up. Wednesday night, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission hosted a public meeting regarding the restart at Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor. Many members of the public came out for the third time in recent months, some in support the Palisades....
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Biden makes historic visit to Amazon rainforest, declares International Conservation Day
President Biden made a historic visit to the Amazon rainforest Sunday to view the Amazon River and the ongoing effects of climate change. With his visit Sunday, Biden became the first sitting American president to set foot in the Amazon rainforest. After an aerial tour to view the ecosystems and deforestation, Biden said he was proud...
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Tiffany & Co. Launches Ocean Conservation Initiative
Tiffany & Co. wants to impact the environment positively, and its marine conservation initiative is the latest example.
