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Scientists seek to make energy as plants do

Categories: Science

Scientists who are seeking new sources of clean energy are trying to mimic the way plants and trees do it, by converting sunlight into fuel. Unlike standard solar panels on rooftops or arrays of solar collectors in the desert, this is a form of "artificial photosynthesis." It tries to imitate the elaborate system that microbes, algae and green plants developed over 3 billion of years of evolution. If it works, artificial photosynthesis could help reduce the world's dependence on fossil fuels without generating climate-warming ... Read More

Google Proposes U.S. Energy Plan

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Right now the U.S. has a very real opportunity to transform our economy from one running on fossil fuels to one largely based on clean energy. We are developing the technologies and know-how to accomplish this. We can build whole new industries and create millions of new jobs. We can reduce energy costs, both at the gas pump and at home. We can improve our national security. And we can put a big dent in climate change. With strong leadership we could ... Read More

The Other Offshore Energy Source

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Offshore Wind To Supply 15% of Rhode Island Electricity Rhode Island took a step toward reaching its goal of providing 15% of its electricity from wind power, when it awarded Deepwater Wind the contract to build a $1 billion+ offshore wind farm. Rhode Island Gov. Donald Carcieri touted the project's potential to bring "green collar" jobs to the state, and position it as a leader in an emerging clean energy technology. Indeed, part of the deal includes a provision that the company build a ... Read More

Boost Your Energy

Categories: Lifestyle

What to eat, what to do—even what to wear. 50 ways to instantly kick up your energy level to an all-time high What do booze, an aching back, and a bad mood have in common? They all suck away your energy. But you can fight back. We mined hundreds of scientific studies and interviewed dozens of experts to compile 50 of the very best tips to rev your engines—right now! Nix the nightcap. Alcohol prevents your body from entering REM sleep (the most restful ... Read More