by adminlet on March 8, 2010
Fighter planes of WWII hit faster speeds thanks to lead additives in their fuel and leaded “avgas” still remains the fuel of choice for top-selling piston aircraft. Automotive use of this toxic, high-octane blend was banned in the U.S. in 1996 after first being restricted in 1973, and now a lawsuit is forcing the [...]
by adminlet on February 11, 2010
Propel Fuels this week announced a US $20 million investment in the company. This funding will allow Propel to expand its network of fuel stations into all major markets across California, supporting the state’s emissions reduction goals and stimulating job growth.
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by adminlet on February 8, 2010
The media was treated to a biodiesel plant tour today at Direct Fuels Biodiesel in Euless, TX. It was a very comprehensive tour that included the facilities and learning about their process and even how they test for quality. Jacob McClernon, Quality Assurance Specialist showed us their cold soak filtration test.
We [...]
by adminlet on February 5, 2010
Fuels such as sugar cane and vegetable oils – when they combust is as much CO2 produced?
And what are the disadvantages to the environment from the use of electric cars?
I know about wind, solar, hydro and wave power but can anyone tell me about any other forms of alternative energy?
Also, if plastic goods were made [...]
by adminlet on February 5, 2010
About 2,000 Utahns who need good jobs will get some training in fields looking to hire: alternative fuels, renewable energy, wind, solar and geothermal power.
The Deseret News reports that a $4.6 million stimulus bucks grant will pay for training for displaced workers, disadvantaged youths and veterans:
“We’re still working out some of the details,” department spokesman [...]
by adminlet on January 23, 2010
If your monthly payments keep growing each month and you are interested in finding out about renewable energy sources for fuels and electricity then you must read the following – it may surprise you. First of all, how about being able to produce an unlimited amount of power supply for your home’s entire needs, all [...]
by adminlet on January 23, 2010
some of the ways i know how to save energy are:
land fill gases used for energy
wind power
solar power
wave energy
are there any others? what are they?
by adminlet on January 21, 2010
The fossils fuels typically used to heat the home are coal, oil and gas. These resources take millions of years to replenish so renewable energy technologies like wind turbines, solar panels and biomass heaters offer an effective alternative and can help reduce your homes CO2 emissions.
Renewable energy sources produce much less CO2 and other [...]
by adminlet on January 21, 2010
As the name implies, biofuels are fuels derived from organic material. Since they can be made in many ways, they are classified as 1st generation, 2nd generation, and 3rd generation.
First generation bio-fuels are the more common fuels that are produced from food crops and animal fats. Some examples include bio-diesel, vegetable oil, and bio-gas.
Second generation [...]
by adminlet on January 14, 2010
As the global economy spirals into economic depression and fuel prices fluctuate wildly, many average Americans are starting to take notice of a need for change. The current administration was elected on a campaign of change, and we are hopeful that a greener, more sustainable source of fuel and power is truly an objective. The [...]