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Biofuels in the Energy Mix are Starting to Catch On | REepedia …

Tim — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:49:12 +0000

Plug-in car focus a cord around energy independence’s neck?

Tim — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 03:02:59 +0000

Leaving a lot of foreign oil fighting potential on the table It’s time to get real about the costs of US foreign oil dependence In my opinion, ending foreign oil dependence — at least achieving North American independence — is far easier than many might imagine. Ironically, today independence appears even significantly more within reach compared to just a few years ago. But, …

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Scientific Breakthrough in Seaweed Biofuel; Cost-Comparitive …

Tim — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:54:05 +0000

WASHINGTON: Energy experts believe that seaweed holds enormous potential as a biofuel alternative to coal and oil, and US-based scientists said Thursday they have unlocked the secret of turning its sugar into energy. A newly engineered microbe can do the work by metabolizing all of the major … REepedia | Renewable Energy Encyclopedia | Green Living | Eco-Friendly | Clean Energy |

Theoretically: Could advanced gas engines make electrication irrelevant?

Tim — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:05:01 +0000

Who needs a Volt when you can just Cruze? Are plug-ins to follow the path of fuel cells? I’ve made it clear that I don’t believe the hybrid and plug-in hype is fading into irrelevance because of advancements in gasoline engines, which undoubtedly have the capability to achieve much higher levels of efficiencies. Of course, those gasoline engines will …

Brazilian brew – America opens up to Brazilian ethanol | REepedia …

Tim — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 18:48:14 +0000

Greenest Car of the Year | Solar Power Adelaide – Buy Solar Panels …

Tim — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 04:10:48 +0000

Washington, D.C. (February 6, 2007): Amid numerous industry claims of eco-friendly vehicles and rising public concern about U.S. oil dependence, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) today named the year's “ greenest” and “meanest” vehicles , along with environmental scorings of all model year 2007 cars and passenger trucks. … “We must boost fuel economy if we hope to replace oil with biofuels or any other energy source. The good …

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Crashing a Chevy Volt into Republican Party headquarters

Tim — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:51:08 +0000

The Volt isn't the key energy policy conversation point. Burn, baby, burn I’m not sure what to think of Ray LaHood. Without solid evidence, LaHood crushed Toyota’s image during the sudden acceleration scandal that so suddenly disappeared. Yet, he allegedly hid evidence suggesting there might be some minor flaws in Chevy Volt plug-in engineering (And I do mean, minor.). Thus, it’s …

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Hybrid and EV cost-effectiveness amidst a “volatile” energy future

Tim — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:58:00 +0000

Another reason to consider a hybrid or plug-in purchase Energy costs: Is this as good as it gets? For many American drivers, the economics of hybrid cars and plug-in vehicles don’t make great sense. Even when cost-effective, the time required to recoup the battery-powered premium is simply longer than most Americans are willing to invest. But, based on the latest energy opinions and forecasts regarding the future…

Slamming OPEC: Putting some ICE into the battery cocktail

Tim — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 20:47:40 +0000

How many more oil wars before independence? Batteries have a role to play, but they can’t do it alone I’ve been tuned-in to the world of alternative powertrains for about a decade now. In the beginning, I thought today’s automotive landscape would be quite different than it is today. Of …

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Make Your Own Fuel With House Biodiesel Kits : CarSnaps …

Tim — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:39:31 +0000

Your engine is going to work smoother, last longer, and your energy will price much less, with this cleaner, more eco-friendly fuel. The world's top selling biodiesel processor is available at Home Biodiesel Kits, where by …

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Make Your Own Fuel With Home Biodiesel Systems | The Article …

Tim — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:09:58 +0000

A typical waste product, particularly used cooking oil, along with animal fat, or algae oil can be made into biodiesel fuel using methanol and lye or potassium hydroxide. It is usually made by … Your engine will probably work smoother, last longer, and your energy will cost less, with this cleaner, more eco-…

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Teach Yourself To Develop Your Own Biodiesel With Home …

Tim — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 09:55:48 +0000

Your engine will probably work smoother, last longer, and your energy will cost less, with this cleaner, more eco-friendly fuel. The world's number one selling biodiesel processor can be found at Home Biodiesel Kits, where by they have been …