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Opponents to Cape Wind, the 130-turbine offshore wind energy project first proposed for Nantucket Sound in 2001, have long been accused of NIMBYism.

 

The idea that we can collect solar power with satellites in space and beam the energy back to earth to be used as electricity is actually not as far fetched as you might think. The theory, and it still remains very much in that realm, is based on two proven technologies.

The U.S. Department of Energy has a comprehensive publication on the what and how of the smart grid. They even have an Energy 101 FAQ. What is the grid and why is our current one not-so-smart?

Industry experts are hopeful aggressive support from the Obama Administration for geothermal energy will help push the sector into explosive growth.

The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved the Waxman-Markey “American Clean Energy and Security Act” by a vote of 33-25 on Thursday night, sending the legislation to the full House for further deliberation.

 

Anyone who has ever been pummeled by a wave at the beach understands the immense power released by ocean waves.  Although difficult to capture, wave power might be one of our best investments in a carbon-free world. 

 

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