Biomass, Geothermal & Other
Biomass, biogas, geothermal, tidal, wave and waste-to-energy generation.
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Hanfparade: History and Impact of Berlin's Hemp Demonstration
The Hanfparade is an annual hemp legalization demonstration in Berlin, Germany, established in 1997 to advocate for cannabis policy reform.
Low Carbon Building Programme: UK Microgeneration Policy History
Overview of the UK's Low Carbon Building Programme (2006-2010), its funding, grants, and replacement by the Renewable Heat Incentive.
Viktoria Luise (LZ 11): History and Technical Profile
Viktoria Luise (LZ 11) was a DELAG Zeppelin airship. This article covers its history, design, and significance.
Andrea Blair: Leadership in New Zealand Geothermal Energy
Andrea Blair is a New Zealand geothermal consultant, co-founder of Women in Geothermal, and former president of the International Geothermal...
Hornslet wind-turbine collapse
Analysis of the 2008 structural failure of a Nordtank wind turbine in Denmark, captured on film.
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...
Anaerobic filter
An anaerobic filter is a sewage treatment technology using a filter medium for microbial growth, producing less solid residue than aerobic s...
Solar power in Portugal
Overview of solar energy in Portugal, including capacity, major plants, auctions, and policy goals.
Optical overheating protection using total internal reflection
A passive optical switch using total internal reflection to protect solar thermal collectors and greenhouses from overheating.
Moisture analysis
Methods for measuring moisture content in solids, liquids, and gases, including Karl Fischer titration and natural gas sensors.
Table of biodiesel crop yields
Overview of vegetable oil yields for common energy crops used in biodiesel production, including growing zones and sustainability data.
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.
Quantum photoelectrochemistry
Investigation of quantum mechanical nature of light interaction with electrochemical systems for solar energy conversion.
Renewable energy in Brazil
Overview of Brazil's renewable energy matrix, including hydro, wind, solar, and ethanol sectors.
Geothermal power in Canada
Analysis of Canada's geothermal energy potential, resources, and recent project developments.
Acceptance angle (solar concentrator)
Definition and optical limits of solar concentrator acceptance angle, including CAP and nonimaging optics.
Landfill gas upgrading with countercurrent water wash
Overview of the 2007 scholarly article on landfill gas upgrading using countercurrent water wash technology.
Landfill gas power plant
Overview of landfill gas power plants, covering technology, operation, and environmental impact.
Biogas: Production, Composition, and Global Applications
Biogas is a renewable fuel from organic matter, primarily methane and CO2, used for heat, electricity, and transport.
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.