Mar 28, 2023
The United States currently uses more than 140 billion gallons of gasoline and almost 40 billion gallons of diesel fuel annually.
Ethanol and Net Energy
The argument focuses on the energy consumed by the tractors and the farm equipment, the trucks that transport the ethanol to market, and the fertilizer that is made from fossil fuels, as well as the amount of energy required to extract the sugar from corn starch (or cellulosic biomass) and convert it to ethanol.
Mar 27, 2023
The largest of these projects is the Eastport project in Maine, which is a 1.2 MW tidal power plant that began operating in 2012.
Tidal Power
In this blog post, we will explore the potential of tidal power in the USA, the advantages and disadvantages of this technology, as well as the resources and sources available for further information.
Mar 27, 2023
Biomass power production requires a range of resources.
Biomass Power: Harnessing Energy from Organic Matter
Biomass power is a form of renewable energy that involves harnessing the energy contained in organic matter, such as wood chips, agricultural waste, and sewage, to produce electricity. In this blog post, we will explore the pros and cons of biomass power, the resources required for its production, and provide sources for further reading.
Mar 27, 2023
The US has significant geothermal resources, with an estimated 3,186 MW of geothermal capacity installed as of 2021.
Geothermal Power
In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at geothermal power in the US, including its pros and cons, available resources, and sources.
Mar 27, 2023
One of the most significant advantages of solar power is its positive impact on the environment.
Solar Power
Solar power has become increasingly popular in the country over the past decade due to its environmental benefits, cost-effectiveness, and technological advancements. In this blog post, we will discuss the pros and cons of solar power in the USA, as well as the resources and sources available for interested parties.
Mar 27, 2023
Wind turbines have both pros and cons as a source of renewable energy in the USA.
Wind Turbines
In this blog post, we will explore the pros and cons of wind turbines in the USA, as well as some resources and sources related to this topic.
Mar 27, 2023
The United States is home to over 2,500 hydroelectric power plants, making it the largest producer of hydroelectric power in the world.
Hydroelectric Power Plants
In the United States, hydroelectric power is a significant source of electricity generation, providing around 7% of the country’s electricity needs. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at hydroelectric power plants in the USA, their benefits, and their impact on the environment.
Mar 27, 2023
Nuclear power plants are the second-largest source of electricity in the USA, accounting for about 20% of the country’s electricity generation.
Nuclear Power Plants
In this blog post, we will explore the use of nuclear power plants in the USA and their impact on the environment.
Mar 27, 2023
Renewable energy is renewable because nuclear energy is sustainable for a period of time that is longer than humans need to worry about.
Renewable (sustainable) Energy
The amount of energy that enters the earth’s atmosphere every year through solar radiation is greater than the total energy locked within all of the oil and coal that can be found on earth.