Biomass, Geothermal & Other

Biomass, biogas, geothermal, tidal, wave and waste-to-energy generation.

172 articles

Articles

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The Green Grid: Industry Consortium for Data Center Efficiency

The Green Grid is a nonprofit industry consortium founded in 2007 to improve the resource efficiency of data centers through metrics like PU...

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Anaerobic filter

An anaerobic filter is a sewage treatment technology using a filter medium for microbial growth, producing less solid residue than aerobic s...

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Solar power in Portugal

Overview of solar energy in Portugal, including capacity, major plants, auctions, and policy goals.

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Optical overheating protection using total internal reflection

A passive optical switch using total internal reflection to protect solar thermal collectors and greenhouses from overheating.

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Moisture analysis

Methods for measuring moisture content in solids, liquids, and gases, including Karl Fischer titration and natural gas sensors.

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Table of biodiesel crop yields

Overview of vegetable oil yields for common energy crops used in biodiesel production, including growing zones and sustainability data.

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Gaspar Makale: Pioneer of Solar Electrification in the African Great Lakes

Gaspar Makale (1960–2007) was a Tanzanian engineer and pioneer of solar electrification in the African Great Lakes region.

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Quantum photoelectrochemistry

Investigation of quantum mechanical nature of light interaction with electrochemical systems for solar energy conversion.

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Renewable energy in Brazil

Overview of Brazil's renewable energy matrix, including hydro, wind, solar, and ethanol sectors.

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Geothermal power in Canada

Analysis of Canada's geothermal energy potential, resources, and recent project developments.

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Acceptance angle (solar concentrator)

Definition and optical limits of solar concentrator acceptance angle, including CAP and nonimaging optics.

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Landfill gas upgrading with countercurrent water wash

Overview of the 2007 scholarly article on landfill gas upgrading using countercurrent water wash technology.

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Landfill gas power plant

Overview of landfill gas power plants, covering technology, operation, and environmental impact.

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Biogas: Production, Composition, and Global Applications

Biogas is a renewable fuel from organic matter, primarily methane and CO2, used for heat, electricity, and transport.

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Wave energy conversion system design for detection of unmanned underwater vehicles in shallow water

Overview of the 2015 scholarly article on wave energy systems for detecting UUVs in shallow waters.

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Waste-to-energy incineration plants as greenhouse gas reducers: a case study of seven Japanese metropolises

Overview of the 2013 scholarly article on waste-to-energy incineration in Japan.

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What is a gas flare: Principles, Types, and Efficiency

An encyclopedic guide to gas flaring in energy infrastructure, covering types, efficiency, and environmental impact.

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Bio gas oil production from waste lard

Overview of the 2011 scholarly article on bio gas oil production from waste lard.

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Anaerobic digestion without biogas

Analysis of anaerobic digestion processes where biogas is not the primary output or is fully consumed.

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Landfill gas condensate

Overview of landfill gas condensate, its composition, and treatment options for odor elimination and water reuse.