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Powering the World with Renewables

There is no such thing as 'clean coal'. There are 'cleaner' technologies for coal than what we currently use. But the meteoric rise in renewables and clean energy is a trend that is going nowhere but up. How can you get in the game?

Can Your Used Kitchen Grease Become Biofuel and Earn Extra Money For Your Restaurant?
By Danielle Garland
Can Your Used Kitchen Grease Become Biofuel and Earn Extra Money For Your Restaurant? Traditionally, restaurants, cafes and other commercial kitchens had to pay to have their used grease taken away and disposed of. Recently, however, this "waste" is being used as an ingredient in biofuels, soaps, candles, and other products. Here's how to make the best of an otherwise "messy" situation. . . . keep reading
Recovery Fund Contracts, Jobs, and Grants
by GreenBusinessOwner.com
Recovery Fund Contracts, Jobs, and Grants The United States Government has launched a greatly improved online resource for recovery funds, jobs, grants, and contracts. Now it is much easier to see how you fit into the picture and to track where the money is headed . . . keep reading
Increase Your Opportunities With Solar Certification
Increase Your Opportunities With Solar Certification As interest in small-scale renewable energy grows, so does the need for trained solar installation and system design professionals. Solar energy services is an opportunity ripe for the right entrepreneurs in some areas. If this is the green business opportunity for you, you'll need training. Boots On The Roof is a source of solar training and certifications . . . keep reading
Is China Poised to Overtake the US In Cleaner Tech?
Dave Arthur
Is China Poised to Overtake the US In Cleaner Tech? China has shown an ability to adopt US technology and manufacturing aplomb at a remarkable pace. While Chinese ecological issues are still a serious problem, there is evidence that they are seeking and finding solutions to their problems. Could China become the world leaders in clean technology while western industry continues to drag its feet and lobby against environmental controls . . . keep reading
The $2,000 Home Wind Turbine In A Box
The $2,000 Home Wind Turbine In A Box A US-based consortium of a university and two technology development companies have announced the release of an inexpensive, highly efficient small wind turbine. The small unit will be sold in home centers and big box stores and could allow nearly anyone to generate a portion of her or his home electrical energy . . . keep reading
Global Climate Change Demands Greatness From Us All
Global Climate Change Demands Greatness From Us All We have a great challenge before us. We are slowly moving toward cleaner fuels, alternative energy, resource efficiency, healthy food, and clean water but we have a long road ahead of us. The opportunities for the creative thinker, the bold visionary are great. We need the kind of unity of purpose that we have not seen since the space race . . . keep reading