Kill Comatose Computers Dec 1, 2008
It consumes electricity without doing any computing. This dead equipment needs to be unplugged and removed. (Forbes)
Billings begins test wells to squeeze gas from garbage Dec 1, 2008
Other cities, faced with government requirements to prevent methane emissions at landfills, often burn off the gas or use it to generate electricity. Officials in Billings foresaw the problem and had set aside 725,000 to deal with the methane. (Missoulian, MT)
Tough U.N. climate deal urged despite economic woes Dec 1, 2008
U.N. talks host Poland, which gets 93 percent of its electricity from coal, and Italy are leading a drive for concessions in a package meant to be agreed at a December 11-12 summit of EU leaders in Brussels. -- For Reuters latest environment blogs click on: http://blogs. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Sarawak power company to sell carbon credits Dec 1, 2008
Two heat recovery steam generators and other equipment will be installed to recover the waste heat and convert it to electricity ... He claimed that since no fossil fuels would be burned to generate electricity, the project would not contribute to air pollution but would reduce carbon dioxide emissions instead. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
UO to upgrade physical plant Dec 1, 2008
The university is upgrading the physical plant the operation that provides heating, cooling and part of the electricity to almost every building on campus ... It will provide more steam and electricity at less cost and greater efficiency ... The project also includes improvements to building electrical systems and a new electricity substation. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
The giving season at work Dec 1, 2008
The push to get electricity from moving water is only picking up steam. Multimedia and features. (MSNBC -- Business)
Army's inroads against Tigers gives city hope Dec 1, 2008
With no land access, Jaffna has been plagued by shortages of fuel, food and electricity and soaring prices for essential goods because of the high cost of air and sea transport. Residents also hope that restrictions on fishing, the traditional occupation here, will be lifted once the war ends. (San Francisco Chronicle)
HBH Gas Systems to Install Community Propane Gas System at The Villas at Lakecliff Near Austin, Texas Dec 1, 2008
They allow developers to steer their off-grid developments away from carbon-heavy electricity toward more. Homeowners at The Villas at Lakecliff will have the peace-of-mind associated with using an alternative green fuel as classified by the Clean Air Act and the Energy Policy Act. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Alternative lighting sources plentiful Dec 1, 2008
The nice thing is it can be purchased in a low-voltage variety that uses a lot less electricity for the amount of light provided. Low-voltage halogen bulbs are inexpensive and last forever. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Students need to use energy responsibly Dec 1, 2008
Many students leave lights, TVs and computers on when they are not in use, which unnecessarily wastes electricity. Other students wash half-full loads of dishes and laundry, another unnecessary use of energy. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Forget the D word, there's another cap for Rudd to wear Dec 1, 2008
Meanwhile in NSW, the Liberal leader, Barry O'Farrell, has positioned himself to the left of Labor on electricity privatisation, an essential reform for the state's economic future. At least in Western Australia, the Liberal Premier, Colin Barnett, overturned Labor's ban on new uranium mines. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
River 'killed' by pollution feeds city water supply Dec 1, 2008
Those results were obtained by testing river water next to Delta Electricity's Wallerawang coal-fired power station ... Delta Electricity said it was talking with the Government about ways to limit chemical and saline discharges. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
• Monitors have as many bells and whistles as you need; and maybe more Dec 1, 2008
Monitors have as many bells and whistles as you need; and maybe more By Howard SchneiderThe Washington Post Electronics has figured into physical activity since at least the 1780s, when Luigi Galvani used static electricity to make a dead frog twitch. This may seem like too much Frankenstein and not enough frankincense given the time of year. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
CPP like Obama is determined to cause an upset in election Dec 1, 2008
We shall measure our progress by the improvement in the health of our people; by the number of children in school, and electricity in our towns and villages and by the happiness which our people take in being able to manage their own affairs. The welfare of our people is our chief pride, and it is by this that my Government will ask to be judged. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Looking for the Fuel of the Future Dec 1, 2008
Hydrogen fuel is a new form of transport fuel that can be used in modified combustion engines, but the best results are achieved through the use of "fuel cell vehicles." These engines generate electricity through an electrochemical reaction that produces just water and heat as by-products. Since hydrogen is not commonly found in its pure form, it must be produced from different energy sources, usually fossil fuels. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
It's Not Hard To Be Green Dec 1, 2008
Lighting - Once you're done with the two projects above, replace those incandescent light bulbs with ENERGY STAR qualified bulbs -- like compact fluorescent light bulbs - to decrease the amount of electricity you use for lighting as much as 75 percent. It's a simple task to go through your home and replace light bulbs. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Add Warmth to Your Home with Hardwood Floors over Radiant Heat Dec 1, 2008
Instead of warming the air and circulating it throughout the home, radiant heat is embedded under the floor and uses electricity or hot water to warm the floor and to evenly distribute low-temperature heat. Homeowners report lowering their thermostats from 72 degrees to 65 degrees due to the constant 85 to 90 degree temperature of the floor, often cutting energy bills by 20 to 40 percent. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Tokuyama to Build Polycrystalline Silicon Plant in Sarawak, Malaysia Dec 1, 2008
The manufacture of polycrystalline silicon is electricity intensive and requires industrial water, labor and other resources. Such resources are available at the Samalaju Industrial Park in Sarawak. (JCN Network, Japan)
Marubeni Acquires 21.42% Shares of Hsin Tao Power Corporation Gas-Fired Combine Cycle Power Plant in Taiwan Dec 1, 2008
Because of the tight supply-demand situation of electricity in Taiwan, TPC invited the 2st round IPP bid in 1995, and Ever Green Group, one of the major corporation group in Taiwan, has developed, this project, which contained total 600MW LNG- fired combine cycle power plant constructed and operated initially ... In Taiwan, IPP projects have been playing very important role to support TPC's stable electricity supply ... Marubeni does hope to expand IPP business in Taiwan as one of the core... (JCN Network, Japan)
Letters to the editor (Nov. 27) Dec 1, 2008
Boomslang wrote on Nov 27, 2008 6:20 AM:" Arne,Nice plan. Where are we going to get all this excess electricity? Demand will go up and so will the prices of electricity. Then the poor and elderly can't afford to heat their homes in the winter. It would work if we started building 100 nuclear power plants. But that would be held up in red tape for decades. ". jdr wrote on Nov 27, 2008 8:27 AM:" The trouble with Matt's plan is that it punishes the wrong people. The "tough love" approach may feel... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Private gardens welcome visitors Dec 1, 2008
In the 70s, trips to the attic to install electricity revealed historic books, photos and furniture. Upgrades to the kitchen brought it back to original wood cabinetry and converted a dumbwaiter, used to bring wood from the basement to fuel the stove, to a pantry. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Sherman County farmers reap stability from wind Dec 1, 2008
Wind energy brings its own set of concerns: higher electricity costs for consumers, environmental impacts, scenic intrusions and an inconsistency that can confound power planners. But a look at Sherman County through Hilderbrand s eyes hints at the benefits. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
DICK JOHNSON COLUMN: Fuel-efficient vehicles are possible, and inevitable Dec 1, 2008
Actually, it s easy: get busy making cars powered by electricity, hydrogen, garbage, ammonia, vegetable oil, the wind, the sun and/or methane from animal manure. We already have hybrid cars that run on a mixture of electricity and gas. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
With baby who made history, ‘Every day is special’ Dec 1, 2008
Endometrial ablation can be done by laser beam, heat, electricity, freezing and microwave. Microwave endometrial ablation uses microwave energy to treat excessive menstrual bleeding by destroying tissue lining the uterus (womb). (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Obamawear: Post-election T-shirts are hot item Dec 1, 2008
"There's so much electricity about Obama," Cowlin said. "This is the first time a politician has become a fashion statement and truly captured the attention of a nation.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Welwind Announces Final Approval for Zhanjiang Wind Farm PPA From Local Government Dec 1, 2008
Source: Welwind Energy International Corporation. SAN DIEGO, Dec. 1, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Welwind Energy International Corp. (OTC BB: - ) (the ``Company'') announces that it has received a letter of final approval from the local regional Mayor for the Zhanjiang Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). (Primezone Releases)
Flag Measure Fails by 1 Vote Dec 1, 2008
For me, at that time as a 12-year-old, and for the nation, the photo was a bolt of electricity that boosted morale, she said. Its symbolism of everything courageous about my country was etched into my mind for all time. (Yahoo News -- Civil Liberties)
Symposium Offered Plenty of Food for Thought Dec 1, 2008
Something often missed in the discussion is the recognition that electricity is needed to keep foods safe ... It s that electricity is needed to store, process and deliver food. (Agri-View, WI)
Blackout briefly delays Black Friday Dec 1, 2008
However, the south part of the mall continued to be in darkness, and electricity did not come back on at Sears until about 5:30, Lowry said. The remainder of the stores at the mall opened as scheduled at 6 a.m., with power having been fully restored throughout Lewisville and Coppell. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Nokia calls home to save on energy Dec 1, 2008
The initial HCC application will enable users to manage electricity usage, switch devices on and off, and monitor various appliances' settings, such as the oven's temperature. It should be available late next year. (EETimes)
Market-Beating Managers Snap Up McDonald's, ABB, Fanuc as Stocks Tumble Dec 1, 2008
American Century Investments Davidson snapped up Zurich- based , the worlds largest builder of electricity grids, as the shares tumbled 52 percent this year on concern infrastructure projects will be delayed. The stock trades for 7. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Davis calls energy crisis over Dec 1, 2008
Davis, who will leave office Monday in part because voters never forgave him for the electricity turmoil that roiled the state, rescinded the state of emergency he first declared in January 2001 ... More than two years after the last blackouts hit California, Davis noted in a press release that the state had survived a hot summer with heavy electricity demand this year, and "the lights didn't even flicker. I'm pleased to declare California's energy emergency over.'' Those involved in continuing... (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
Regulators OK Plan for PG&E Recovery Dec 1, 2008
Today we have improved the business climate of the state and assured affordable electricity for millions ... Although the reorganization s overall cost to ratepayers promises to be hefty, they are likely to see lower electricity bills in the years ahead ... An investment-grade rating would allow the company to raise money more cheaply, enhancing its ability to buy electricity and natural gas and to upgrade its equipment. (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
Union Fenosa to double Australian wind power Dec 1, 2008
"As well as directly creating badly needed jobs in regional areas, Union Fenosa Wind Australia's facilities will boost growth in the local industry, creating new business and jobs to supply parts, maintenance and other services during their whole life cycle,'' Crean said in a statement. On completion in 2013, the seven wind farms in New South Wales and Victoria states will generate 850 megawatts of electricity and more than double Australia's wind power capacity. Australian wind farms currently... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Now, a device that can generate power from ocean currents Dec 1, 2008
"This is a totally new method of extracting energy from water flow. Fish curve their bodies to glide between the vortices shed by the bodies of the fish in front of them. "Their muscle power alone could not propel them through the water at the speed they go, so they ride in each other's wake," professor Bernitsas was quoted by The Daily Telegraph as saying. In fact, the device, called Vivace or vortex-induced vibrations for aquatic clean energy, has been inspired by the way a fish swims and... (Hindu)
Brick industry is tumbling down Dec 1, 2008
"The brick industry in general and, in particular, the clay brick manufacturers, are faced with serious challenges as surplus stocks force them to sell stock below cost There are reports of lay-offs and an extended annual shutdown. "Smaller brick making factories have already closed until further notice in an endeavour to limit production input costs," Parkin said. The Clay Brick Association of South Africa, which represents 109 of the estimated 160 brick manufacturers in the country, which... (Business Report, South Africa)
SA can benefit from people who decide to leave the country Dec 1, 2008
This had affected electricity supply which would hinder growth. Some people returned when they realised the grass was not necessarily greener on the other side, but campaigns to get South Africans to return home would not succeed until crime was sharply reduced, he said. (Business Report, South Africa)
Emigration selling rocks houses Dec 1, 2008
Emigration selling could be related to the negative impact on sentiment of the electricity supply crisis, nervousness among minorities caused by the change in ANC leadership, the government's poor handling of the Zimbabwe crisis and xenophobic violence, said Loos. FNB's findings on emigration are in line with other data. (Business Report, South Africa)
Going Green, Simply: Weatherproof Your Home Dec 1, 2008
of CO2 a year; using electricity will produce about 4,700 lbs of emissions. Both numbers can be larger if you live in a cold part of the country. (Time.com)
Letters from Readers: Suggestions for the president-elect Dec 1, 2008
Petroleum is necessary in the production of most plastics, and therefore too precious to burn for fuel or electricity. Good paying jobs in all regions of our nation and ending the funding of terrorists: it's a win-win scenario for the American people. (Florida Times-Union)
Space shuttle Endeavour lands safely Dec 1, 2008
Endeavour needed to land by Tuesday, by which point it would have nearly exhausted its supplies of oxygen and water as well as its hydrogen batteries, which supply electricity. During a brief address on the tarmac Ferguson said of the detour to sunny California: "It all worked out in the end very well.". (India Times, India)
Oil's under $50; corn's under $3.50; so what's up with food prices? Nov 30, 2008
That s pays for the labor on the other side of the farm gate, for all of electricity used in processing, for all of the transportation costs of shipping raw materials and finished products, and for all of marketing and advertising costs, not to mention the profit margins at the wholesale and retail level. The price of energy is one of the biggest components of food prices. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Communities salvage most holiday events but with fewer trimmings Nov 30, 2008
LED bulbs also use 2 to 10 watts of electricity, or one-thirtieth and one-third the amount of incandescents and compact fluorescents, respectively. Despite the cost constraints, White said his committee in Quincy went to great lengths to bring some holiday cheer to people this weekend. (Boston Globe)
Higher power Nov 30, 2008
As they see it, the turbine will be a long-term investment, defraying roughly 75 percent of the abbey's electricity costs ... And with electricity costs in Massachusetts nearly three times higher than in 2000 -- and expected to keep rising -- it's no longer just green-minded liberals championing the cause of wind, but rather "radical freethinkers" like small-town officials, school superintendents, and businesspeople looking to save money while also doing a little something to help the earth ...... (Boston Globe)
'Industrial output to grow by 6.3 pc' Nov 30, 2008
"Sharp downward revision in forecasts of electricity, textiles, cement, commercial vehicles, machinery, fertilisers, crude oil, petroleum products, man-made fibres and PVC pipes and tubes have pulled down our forecast for overall industrial production growth from 8.3 per cent to 6.3 per cent," the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE) said in its monthly report here. The poor performance of the IIP in the first half and the new stress seen in select industries warrants a substantial... (India Times)
California study backs more renewable power despite price tag Nov 30, 2008
California will face about $60 billion in costs to generate a third of its electricity with renewable sources, the state's utility regulator said in a report issued Thursday. The report nonetheless backs that target and called for the legislature to require that 33 percent of total power generation for the state come from renewables by 2020. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Google whips out $4.4 trillion clean-energy plan Nov 30, 2008
Google s proposal assumes that electricity demand can be kept flat at the 2008 level, rather than growing by a quarter by 2030. The proposal claims ample proof that this is possible, citing research studies and the experience of states, plus a McKinsey & Co. report Reducing U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions: How Much at What Cost, published in December. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
California joins push for regional cap-and-trade system Nov 30, 2008
The plan would cover several sectors, including electricity generation (including electricity generated outside the regional jurisdiction that is delivered into the jurisdiction), certain industrial and commercial facilities, the refining industry and transportation fuel combustion. The threshold for coverage under the cap-and-trade program is 25,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents annually. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Chinese leader says China losing competitive edge Nov 30, 2008
6 trillion) in 2009 alone to help blunt the impact of the global financial crisis, using the immense capital accumulated over years of double-digit economic growth and booming exports to build railways, roads, airports and electricity networks. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Green demand driving home technology Nov 30, 2008
LOS ANGELES (AP) Robert Mechielsens designs for environmentally friendly homes often include cutting edge features such as high-efficiency heating and cooling systems and solar panels to convert sunshine into electricity ... Jay Hall, a technical consultant for the U.S. Green Building Council, says homeowners looking to amp up their green credentials should be wary of spending thousands of dollars on high-end products before they first consider cheaper upgrades, beginning with buying... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
King coal: Industry pensive about Obama Nov 30, 2008
But during the campaign, Obama told a newspaper that electricity rates could soar under his energy plan, while Biden told a voter in Ohio that were not supporting clean coal though he has said the U.S. should develop clean coal technology and export it to China ... Obama has said he recognizes coals importance in powering the U.S., but achieving his ambitious emissions-cutting objectives hinges on finding more environmentally friendly ways of using coal to generate electricity ...... (Gillette News-Record, WY)
GE remains committed to coal facility Nov 30, 2008
Wyoming is the nations leading coal producer, supplying about 40 percent of all coal used in generating U.S. electricity. Wyoming coal is high in moisture, however, and current coal gasification technology is designed for drier coal typically found in the eastern and midwestern United States. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
City budget bleak now, worse in 2010 Nov 30, 2008
Singel said the budget projected a 15 percent rise in the health benefits of city workers, an 8 percent increase in electricity and 10 percent hike for natural gas. Guessing what fuel costs will be is a crap shoot, Singel said, but he s estimating a 10-20 percent hike. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The fools gold of carbon trading Nov 30, 2008
British consumers are already paying about 60 extra each year on their gas and electricity bills to support renewable energy. Will they take more of this medicine in the middle of the worst recession for dec-ades. (Times Online)
Looking for the Fuel of the Future Nov 30, 2008
Hydrogen fuel is a new form of transport fuel that can be used in modified combustion engines, but the best results are achieved through the use of "fuel cell vehicles." These engines generate electricity through an electrochemical reaction that produces just water and heat as by-products. Since hydrogen is not commonly found in its pure form, it must be produced from different energy sources, usually fossil fuels. (Pekin Times, IL)
High-tech Innovations for Your Bath Nov 30, 2008
The glass itself radiates warmth, thanks to an invisible coating and a small amount of electricity. In a home window, heated glass will never fog up or frost over. (Pekin Times, IL)
Going for the Gold in Fall Home Decor Nov 30, 2008
Lighting manufacturers will also continue to offer creative solutions using less electricity to promote energy efficiency. 4. (Pekin Times, IL)
Power deal best choice given circumstances Nov 30, 2008
As Montana Public Service Commissioner Ken Toole said, "If this had gone forward as a normal rate case, it would have been really different. It would have been much more cost based, if it had been normal." Toole was referring to the PSC's recent decision to allow NorthWestern Energy to dedicate its 222-megawatt interest in the Colstrip 4 power plant to meeting the electricity needs of Montana customers. Under normal circumstances, regulated utilities wanting to add a power plant to the rate base... (Montana Standard, MT)
JAIME RICHARDSON | GREEN VALLEY NEWSPhase II of the Community Performing Arts Center in Green Valley, which includes a 202-seat theater, was made possible by a matching grant from Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Foundation. The Community Performing Arts Center Foundation raised more than $276,000 to complete the project.\0\0 Nov 30, 2008
These expenses include water, electricity, general repairs, landscaping and custodial. Further, some funds will be set aside for capital repairs as the energy systems are under warranty for two years only. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
OCEANSIDE: Officials seek students for magnet high schools Nov 30, 2008
Then there are the budget issues: Where is the money going to come from to operate this school (electricity costs, water, sewer, trash, cleaning the classrooms, mowing the lawns, keeping the plumbing working, changing light bulbs, etc. . (North County Times)
America has always had mixed economy Nov 30, 2008
hfrmack wrote on Nov 24, 2008 5:38 PM:" Steve,I have to agree with Kramerica, BLOTD!!!You REALLY need to get out of the "city" and into the "country" and get some fresh air.We have NOT ALWAYS had a mixed economy with socialism.Most of your examples have mixed up facts in them in that most of the examples you list have only been seen in yours and my lifetimes. But only in the "city".And most of the services you list are not provided from the tax base.Armed Forces: Of course, is the constant that... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Governors want quick action on energy Nov 30, 2008
In this country right now we have a big push for renewables and many people think we can just move off our traditional sources of energy supply, but over 50 percent of our electricity comes from coal. Renewables only count for 2 percent of electricity produced. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Private gardens welcome visitors Nov 30, 2008
In the 70s, trips to the attic to install electricity revealed historic books, photos and furniture. Upgrades to the kitchen brought it back to original wood cabinetry and converted a dumbwaiter, used to bring wood from the basement to fuel the stove, to a pantry. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Shanghai to break ground on new tallest building Nov 30, 2008
"Launching construction at this time will help boost Shanghai's confidence in fighting the financial crisis,'' Gu Jianping, manager of city-owned Shanghai Tower Construction opment Co., declared to reporters in Shanghai. Beijing plans to spend 18 trillion yuan ($2.6 trillion) in 2009 alone to help blunt the impact of the global financial crisis, using the immense capital accumulated over years of double-digit economic growth and booming exports to build railways, roads, airports and electricity... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Modify Iowa's low-head dams Nov 30, 2008
Most were built decades, or even a century ago, to power mills, control flooding, supply residents with water or generate electricity. Some still provide those functions, but many are obsolete and some are in serious disrepair. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
