Renewable Energy News
News and background information on general renewable energy and energy efficiency issues. They are arranged by topic, from general introductory material to biomass, solar, wind and other categories.
What do we mean by the term renewable energy? This article discusses the different types of renewable energy.
Biomass
Biodiesel in the Pacific Northwest
This article reviews the biodiesel market in the Pacific Northwest.
Biomass By the Numbers
Up to date statistics covering the biomass industry.
Mow Your Gas: The Ethanol of the Future
Landscaping and yard care of the future will mean turning your grass into gas.
Pellet Stoves: A Biomass Alternative
High tech pellet stoves are a popular item on the market today.
The Reliability of Biodiesel Fuel
Research by scientists from the NREL shows little performance difference between buses running on diesel compared to biodiesel.
Solar Power
North American Solar Challenge: 2008
Americans and Canadians watched, perhaps with a twinge of envy, as a group of University teams traveled gasoline free, racing from Texas to Canada.
Solar Camping
New technologies on the market make solar hiking and camping a reality for almost everyone.
Types of Solar Energy
This article outlines different types of solar energy technologies.
Solar Thermal Technologies
This article describes active and passive solar thermal technologies.
Photovoltaics (PV)
Background information about solar cells.
Solar Cell Technology 2006
A review of the latest technology for solar cells.
Solar Powered Vehicles
Researchers and industry enthusiasts continue to promote solar powered vehicle technology.
Solar Tower Technology 2006
A review of the latest technology for solar towers.
Miscellaneous Energy Issues
Environmental Groups Disagree On Wind Power Policy
A new energy bill highlights competing visions of sustainable development among environmental advocates.
Renewable Energy Statistics for the United States
Information about the most reliable renewable energy statistics.
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology
GM's previewing of the Chevrolet Volt at the 2007 North American International Auto Show, Detroit in Detroit has people talking about plug-in hybrid electric vehicle technology.
Toyota Prius Replaces Honda Insight as Fuel Economy Leader in 2007
EPA data on fuel efficiency for 2007.
World Hydroelectricity Production Statistics
Ten states in the world account for close to two-thirds of total world hydroelectricity production.
World Nuclear Power Statistics, 2004
Statistics showing states with the largest amount of nuclear power plants and per cent of generation capacity.