Image courtesy of sxc.hu Researchers from the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville have collaborated to develop an alloy than can produce hydrogen from water using sunlight, a novel method that the researchers say has profound impacts...

courtesy stock.xchng, jbolhuis Each day, the sun sends enough energy to the earth to provide for all of our daily energy needs, 15,000 times over. When it comes to perfecting an ecologically-sound energy source that will never be depleted, solar is the...

Historically, big businesses are very slow to change, especially when it comes to adopting progressive policies such as being environmentally conscious. A “business case” usually has to be provided to even discuss any proposed change, and, even...

Propulsion comes in many weird and wonderful ways; from the combustion engine to steam engines, there’s been a whole host of innovations and new, exciting ways to get you down the road. Here’s a few of some of the best and some of the weirdest. Bio Biomass...

Google and Ford have teamed up to create vehicles that increase fuel economy and reduce emissions. These cars can receive data in real time and predict driver behavior and probable destinations. The tool is called Google Prediction API, and by understanding...

EarthTalk® From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: In his recent State of the Union Address, President Obama called for a million electric vehicles on American roads by 2015. How likely is it that we’ll attain that goal? –...

The evidence indicates that government investments have significantly helped the US renewable energy market. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 provided $94.8 billion for clean energy. The program was established under section 1603...

Though the oil spill in the Gulf seems to have been brought to an end, ire over the oil industry still remains in the hearts of many just as oil still lurks throughout our waters. Shortly after the spill first happened, I had the privilege of reading...

There are two major forms of renewable energy systems for domestic properties: those that produce heat and those that produce electricity. These are: Heating and hot water Solar Thermal – water is passed through thin pipes so that the sunlight...

Florida Learning House Built as a testament to sustainable living, the Florida House opened in 1994 to showcase to the public alternative energy options featuring the latest technologies in water and energy conservation, environmental landscaping, and...