Conservation scare tactics Nov 18, 2009
This letter is in reply to Michael Frys Nov. 5 commentary, "Wind power threatens future of sage grouse.". We realize the article is purely opinion based and meant as a scare tactic, therefore facts were negotiable. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Offshore wind: Comprehensive initial study is critical Nov 18, 2009
Delmarva Power recently agreed to a long-term offshore wind power purchase contract, and organizations such as Long Island Power Authority and Public Service Enterprise Group are exploring the development and operation of offshore wind farms ... Site assessment and other engineering aspects of designing and installing the necessary infrastructure were discussed at the Marine Technology Society for Offshore Wind Power Workshop held earlier this year ... Quebec would have to negotiate with a... (Energy Pulse, CO)
China pushes solar, wind power development Nov 18, 2009
Applied Materials will research crystalline silicon panels such as these mounted on a solar array in California. By Liu Jin, AFP/Getty Images. (USA Today -- Tech)
Slower average wind speeds on Blue Hill a threat to windmills Nov 18, 2009
Greg Derr / The Patriot Ledger. Weather observer Stephanie Radner of Dedham raises the American flag above the Blue Hill Observatory. (Canton Journal, MA)
Are cell phones, grid the next cigarettes? Nov 18, 2009
Still, Europe isn't doing its smart grid upgrades on the cheap, like the United States, but is instead deploying filters that minimize the amount of EMF emanating from inverters and other components necessary for solar and wind power conversions into electricity. Yet most European nations have also yet to adopt lower exposure EMF standards as Switzerland, Italy, Russia, Belgium and Liechtenstein have all done. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Letter: Cap and trade bill will destroy the countrys manufacturing sector Nov 18, 2009
Windmills and solar panels are illusionary solutions to America s energy needs, and it is high time to rebuff the whimsical promise of green jobs, which are nothing more than sinecures, the predictable result of government meddling that is drowning us in debt and stalling economic recovery. Real jobs must be created in the private sector by market forces. (Georgetown Record, MA)
The country's mess is our fault Nov 17, 2009
Gator wrote on Nov 16, 2009 7:50 PM:" Faster, better, Cheaper. From wind power to thin film solar we let the Europeans beat us to the punch, The same goes for Clean Dieseltechnology. Audi and Volkswagen lead the way. VW has a 3 cylstraight rail injection diesel that out performs 99% of 4 cyl cars on the market today and burns cleaner at 73 MPG. Its all doable we just need to get with the program.. Modern shops with hy-tech Machinery and a motivated workforce can get the job done. The greatest... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
State testing wind power at airport Nov 17, 2009
Monday, November 16, 2009. Posted on: Monday, November 16, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Juhl Wind begins construction of Grant County wind farm project Nov 17, 2009
Juhl (OTC: JUHL), a wind power company in Woodstock, Minn ... Northern States Power will buy the wind power. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
China WindPower outlines big expansion in installations Nov 17, 2009
"President Hu Jintao himself stressed the need to develop renewable energy forms earlier this year, so we are confident about prospects for wind power in China," Ko said. The nation's targets for wind power could reach 150 000MW by the end of the next decade, higher than what the government previously suggested. (Business Report, South Africa)
Hanwei announces third quarter financial results Nov 17, 2009
VANCOUVER, Nov. 17 /CNW/ - Hanwei Energy Services Corp. ('Hanwei' or the 'Company') today announced its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2009 (Canada Newswire)
Energy independence, cleaner environment Nov 17, 2009
In the Upstate, General Electric is leading the way in alternative energy sources by manufacturing windmill turbines. Clemson University s ICAR has an opportunity to be the national model for producing the car of the future. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Good talk saves the future Nov 16, 2009
This new India has joined the US at the top of the list of countries that generate power using solar energy, and, in wind power, India ranks fifth in the world. McKinsey & Company found also that India is nearing the top in biomass and hydropower, with these ''renewable energy'' sectors double what they were just two years ago. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Legislative panels prep for session Nov 16, 2009
Lawmakers have lots of work over next few months. CHEYENNE -- This is the time of year when legislative committee work is coming to fruition after several meetings since lawmakers adjourned in March. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
'Green' jobs in Mis. not easy to quantify Nov 16, 2009
"A reliable estimate of the potential dollar impact of green employment is also elusive, Hill said, but there are some stabs at it.A "bioeconomy" could create an $8 billion industry embracing a five-state region that includes 28 Mississippi Delta counties, says a report from the nonprofit Memphis Bioworks Foundation.That industry could support more than 25,000 green jobs over the next 10 years and more than 50,000 by 2030, reported the foundation. Bioeconomies use renewable crop-, forestry- and... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Lawmakers will look at gas tax, other hikes Nov 16, 2009
A third proposal would tax electricity generated in Wyoming by wind power and other renewable sources of energy. However, that bills chances in the Revenue Committee are not very good, said the committee co-chairman, Rep. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Australia told nuclear the best way to reduce carbon emissions Nov 16, 2009
6 billion U.S. dollars) in solar power, 46 billion Australian dollars (43 billion U.S. dollars) in wind power or 30 billion Australian dollars (28 billion U.S. dollars) in gas fired power. Editor: Lin Zhi. (Xinhuanet, China)
Wind farm plan irks activists Nov 16, 2009
If they want power to the coast, let them put up windmills offshore. . (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Going with the wind: Little goes long way Nov 16, 2009
Wind power isn't just about towering turbines in the desert producing electricity for thousands of homes at a time. It can be done on a much smaller scale, and a start-up San Diego company is hoping to prove it can be profitable. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Wind needs local support Nov 16, 2009
Where the Westinghouse windmills HECO installed in the 1980s fell prey to salt air, the new 2. 5MW Clipper Liberty turbines are far beyond that and are designed to last 20 years. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Schools, Winchester receive $2.3 million energy bonds Nov 16, 2009
Also a matter of good timing was RE's demonstration windmill and solar energy project, funded by a creative grant that put alternative energy into RE's curriculum in a big and innovative way. The 2007 project created momentum and gathered data that was useful in deciding about the wind turbine project. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
Teanaway solar debate continues Nov 15, 2009
The Wild Horse Wind and Solar Power Project, the Kittitas Valley Wind Power Project and the Desert Claim Wind Power Project have all been handled by EFSEC.. "We could have gone the EFSEC route and said 'To heck with the community.' I have every confidence if we'd gone that route we'd have had no trouble (winning approval)," he said. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
The Parenting Place Nov 15, 2009
mamaD wrote on May 7, 2009 4:31 PM:" Hitting is a normal part of developement, especially for a little one who hasn't learned how to express feelings with words so much. Be patient, tell him it's not nice to hit, explain about hurting... if it becomes worse (you know, windmill effect with the arms) putting him on your lap and holding his hands, talking calmly until he calms down works. He's a little too small for "time outs" at this point, but I found this worked with my boy when he got older.... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Top legislator urges NW province to blaze new path of development Nov 15, 2009
Wu said that development of new energy and clean energy, including wind power, solar power and nuclear power, would become new points of economic growth. They are also important measures in addressing climate change and guaranteeing energy security, he added. (Xinhuanet, China)
China rejects R208 billion in steel, chemical projects Nov 14, 2009
The government responded in September by announcing investment curbs on industries that produce steel, cement, glass, polysilicon used in solar panels and wind power equipment. Authorities are especially concerned about the steel industry, which already is the world's largest. (Business Report, South Africa)
Geek Review: On the border of greatness Nov 14, 2009
Heading out into the desert as the sun sets over the large mechanical windmills in the distance, you can really feel the desolation of this place; where to live and die rests solely on the power of your guns and a willingness to use them. It is kind of empowering, now that I think about it. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
VINCENT CORRELL: No easy way to get America back to top Nov 14, 2009
Well, many countries are moving ahead of us in cell phone technology, photo voltaic electric cell technology, wind power, nuclear power to name some of the important technologies ... Germany and little Denmark are ahead of us in wind power. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
* The challenge of Copenhagen Nov 14, 2009
Energy companies may brand their gigantic sales of oil and gas with green-washing images of windmills, but they continue to sell oil and gas. Airlines see the shrinking world largely through dollar signs. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Dogs beat Gators in Sluggish Affair, 64-59 Nov 14, 2009
Fresno State opened the half on a 12-0 run, highlighted by a Paul George breakaway windmill dunk that had them race out to a 43-32 lead in under four minutes. The Bulldogs were able to mix in the zone defensively and cause some problems for the smaller Gators, holding them to 27% shooting in the second half. (BarkBoard.com)
Report: State output of CO2 increases since 1990 Nov 14, 2009
When asked if Environment Montana is suggesting that coal-fired power plants be shut down, Turrill said the group would prefer development of more green power, like wind power, instead of any additional coal-fired energy production. "We know that we have the second-greatest potential for wind energy in the country (of any state)," she said. (Montana Standard, MT)
How do you appeal to a former rock star? Grow an algae mohawk Nov 13, 2009
PLEASE Nobody say windmills ... The energy has to come from windmills and rooftop PV panels, because Brisbane droughts are attributable to air pollution from Swanbank and Tarong coal-fired power stations; if they closed them, Brisbane wouldn't be having to supply them with water, and there'd be more to drink. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
10 innovative products at Greenbuild Expo Nov 13, 2009
Our goal is to provide energy independence it's not to sell windmills, he said. Here's the product rundown. (AZCentral -- Business)
EFSEC to decide on wind farm on Monday Nov 13, 2009
Daily Record - Local news serving Ellensburg, Cle Elum, Roslyn, Thorp, Kittitas, Vantage, South Cle Elum, Easton, Snoqualmie and Suncadia. Daily Record: Seriously Local Since 1909. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
The Country Curmudgeon A crisis of will Nov 13, 2009
Wind power can never generate any more than a puff of flatulence, and creating a solar grid large enough to drive the country would mean laying out enough present solar panels to cover the entire state of Arizona. ADVERTISEMENT. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Sweet Solution To Energy Production Nov 13, 2009
That figure is on a par with the costs of other renewable energies, including wind power at 0. 05/kWh. (Science Daily)
Climate sceptics versus spin versus science Nov 13, 2009
Not windmills and solar panals which are expensive and don't prove reliable base load power. These technologies don't exist yet but will in the future decades. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Area officials to discuss wind power Nov 12, 2009
Published: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST Representatives from the New York Power Authority (NYPA) will deliver a presentation to Oswego officials and business leaders on wind power electrical generation Friday, at the Oswego City Hall Council Chambers. The presentation will explain the benefits of offshore wind power and NYPA s initiative, known as the Great Lakes Offshore Wind Project, which NYPA President Richard Kessel announced on Earth Day, April 22. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Watching out for China Nov 12, 2009
Today the Commonwealth delivers only nine megawatts of wind power to New England s electricity mix; that s less than ... China ranks second only to the United States in wind power capacity, with roughly 20,000 megawatts already installed as compared to about 31,000 megawatts up and running in the United States. (Boston Globe)
Lesser access for babies? Nov 12, 2009
A speedboat passes the offshore windmills in the North Sea off the coast of Denmark. The governors of Virginia, Maryland and Delaware have signed a memorandum of understanding to create a formal tri-state partnership for the development of offshore wind energy in the mid-Atlantic region. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Al Gore crusades against global warming Nov 12, 2009
(11-10) 18:24 PST San Rafael -- Al Gore and his crusade against global warming landed in the Bay Area this week with a call to arms and a message for those who still think the former vice president is tilting at windmills ... The solution to climate change includes windmills, along with solar and geothermal energy, Gore told The Chronicle in an interview. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Democrats will soak the young Nov 12, 2009
g. Modern windmills). The national debt is great, but is it greater than a World Depression that would make Atomic Weapons more available to present terorists because nations with economies the size of Iceland collapsed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Maryland, Virginia Join Wind Power Partnership Nov 12, 2009
(AP) -- Maryland, Delaware and Virginia are joining forces to promote the offshore wind power. The governors of the three states announced Tuesday that they have signed an agreement to work together on promoting federal policies, transmission strategies and other issues to advance offshore power in the Mid-Atlantic region. (W-USA News, DC)
Extra Wild Horse turbines generating power Nov 11, 2009
PSE, which is already the nation s second-largest utility owner and operator of wind power according to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), built on the success of the existing 127-turbine Wild Horse Wind Facility by raising its capacity from 229 megawatts (MW) to 273 MW through the installation of 22 new turbines each with a capacity of 2 MW.. The project to add the turbines is estimated to cost 100 million. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Coal-fired power plant project is scrapped Nov 11, 2009
The Big Stone II project also was to address transmission capacity needs in the region that included new capacity for wind power projects in the two states. "The loss of that transmission upgrade is as important a loss to North Dakota's energy future as is the loss of Big Stone II itself," Cramer said. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
50 Years Ago: The Nutcracker Man Nov 11, 2009
WINDMILL BOAT A boat that is driven by windmills is certainly a mechanical curiosity. However, just why this complicated arrangement of bevel gears connecting the propeller shaft with the vertical windmill shafts should be better than canvas sails transcends our imagination. (Scientific American)
City, county to meet on oversized trucks, bypass use Nov 11, 2009
Semis hauling extra-long trailers, often carrying parts for electricity-generating windmills, have difficulties negotiating the turns onto Washington Ave. and N. 2nd St. However, the drivers of the oversized truckloads are directed to stay on state highways with their vehicles. Commissioner Nick Abraham and Mayor Gene Hexom predicted that SD-34 would see heavier oversized-load traffic in the future when construction of the TransCanada Keystone oil pipeline starts. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Klickitat County wind project gets $19.4M in federal stimulus funds Nov 11, 2009
of San Diego, which is building the 400-megawatt wind power plant with Windy Point Partners II LLC, said the funds are part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act money targeting renewable energy projects. When completed, the wind power project will supply power to California municipalities, generating enough power for more than 250,000 California homes per year. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
No deal on buffer zones Nov 10, 2009
With regard to the recent opinion article by Michael Fry ("Wind power threatens future of sage grouse," Nov. 5), a few important points should be kept in mind ... Second, because it emits no carbon, wind power helps combat climate change, which threatens many hundreds of species with extinction by destroying their habitats ... Third, wind power uses no water, unlike fossil-fueled or nuclear power plants. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Solar power goes underground Nov 10, 2009
There are many options up for consideration as renewable energy besides windmills and solar panels. And these ideas are so wacky they just might work. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Let voters decide on wind turbines Nov 10, 2009
Tell us how much our utility bills will drop under wind power, and let us decide how much we are willing to tolerate local obstacles to this form of energy. If a community s voters were given the chance to pay so much less, mightn t they overrule the not-in-my-backyard set in their own backyards. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Today's letters to the editor Nov 10, 2009
I liked William Young's Mailbag remarks of Oct. 29 suggesting that our idle production lines be used to produce windmill motors and the components necessary to produce these items ... As long as we put profits first, the manufacture of windmills, meters, etc. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Read the 'JER' transcript Nov 10, 2009
The political left would have us believe that solar and wind power are about to displace coal, but that's not about to happen. Just ask Warren Buffett. (Fox News)
* Taiwan students win at Nuremberg inventors show Nov 10, 2009
National Pingtung University of Science and Technology (Fj) students earned a special award, conferred by the invention associations of Hungary and Poland, for an innovative power generation and -storage system that uses both solar and wind power. An invention by National United University (pXj) students that can help reduce automobile exhaust emissions attracted the interest of a German company, which approached the inventors about negotiating a possible technology transfer. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Windmill To Power Man's Home On Avon Mountain, Making A Net-Zero Energy Structure Nov 10, 2009
Bernard Zahren is renovating his 70s-era home and replacing it with what he calls a 5,200 square foot "Sustainable McMansion." In addition to the homes R-Value walls of 40, and a roof with the R-Value of 60, Zahren will have a windmill that raises 115 feet to the tips of the blades ... The windmill will provide all of his electricity and heating needs for the year ... With the help of federal tax credits for renewable energy projects, Zahren said that the windmill will pay for itself within 15... (FOX61, CT)
Motor oil makers get ready for the electric-car age Nov 10, 2009
With electric cars on the way, you'd think a certain amount of panic gripping the motor oil divisions of big oil companies. With no pistons going up and down, there's less to lubricate. (USA Today -- Money)
Saving money on energy (280) Nov 9, 2009
Published: Sunday, November 8, 2009 3:10 AM HST LIHU E Installing two windmills on his property last year has really paid off, said business owner Steve Frailey. The Noni Fruit Leather entrepreneur claims his electric bill was slashed from $1,100 to $275 after the first month of installation and has consistently ranged from $300 to $500 each month since. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Anti-Nuke Vermonters Claim Progress Nov 8, 2009
The environmentalists say wind power can replace Vermont Yankee, if not immediately, over a period of years. They point to New York's north country as an example. (WCAX.com, VT)
Climate change policy should get priority Nov 8, 2009
Solar and wind power do not create any pollution, nor do they create soot to be scrubbed or nuclear waste to be disposed of. Can we Americans slow global warming single-handedly. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Industry works with Game and Fish Nov 8, 2009
Michael Fry's Nov. 3 column in the Casper Star-Tribune, "Wind power threatens future of sage grouse," is an example of the misinformation being spread about the potential impact of wind energy on wildlife populations in Wyoming. For example, his assertion that the "birds will not breed near tall structures for fear of predators" is not based on any scientific research, just on the opinion of his organization. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Turbine goes up at school Nov 7, 2009
He started thinking about putting mock windmills to teach the students about alternative energy. The project grew from there, he said. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
New poll suggests Oklahomans overwhelmingly support wind development Nov 7, 2009
According to a poll released Wednesday, Oklahomans share high optimism about wind power ... Through this survey, Oklahomans are demonstrating their support not only for developing wind power, but also for growing the wind industry supply chain across the state, which represents a potential boom for our predominant small business community ... According to the Oklahoma Wind Power Initiative, the Oklahoma counties with the highest wind energy potential are Cimarron, Texas, Beaver, Harper, Woods,... (Alva Review Courier, OK)
The Parenting Place Nov 7, 2009
mamaD wrote on May 7, 2009 4:31 PM:" Hitting is a normal part of developement, especially for a little one who hasn't learned how to express feelings with words so much. Be patient, tell him it's not nice to hit, explain about hurting... if it becomes worse (you know, windmill effect with the arms) putting him on your lap and holding his hands, talking calmly until he calms down works. He's a little too small for "time outs" at this point, but I found this worked with my boy when he got older.... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Shhhh, it’s good for the planet Nov 7, 2009
Freedom wrote on Nov 6, 2009 9:55 AM:" To: cachesoulTransporting electricity is very inefficient ??? When you state that some process is inefficient you must provide something to compare it to. Are you comparing our grid system to stand alone solar power for your home only? Sorry this wont work. If your going to determine efficiency you must compare apples to apples. For example a nation wide solar power system must be compared to our current grid system. The problem here is that... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Schools, Winchester receive $2.3 million energy bonds Nov 7, 2009
Also a matter of good timing was RE's demonstration windmill and solar energy project, funded by a creative grant that put alternative energy into RE's curriculum in a big and innovative way. The 2007 project created momentum and gathered data that was useful in deciding about the wind turbine project. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
County, state start work on wind rules before state Nov 7, 2009
The intent of the recommendations is to establish firm rules that will help make Wyoming competitive in wind power generation ... These are going to be development standards for any type of wind power facility, Lehman said ... They want us to set up something in the statutes that says here are the basic things you need to cover, but we want the counties to take the initiatives to issue permits for their wind power facilities, Lehman said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
