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Glossary of fuel cell terms – R

* – ACRONYMS Reactor : Reactor, see: bioreactor, membrane reactor and chemical reactor. Reagent : A reagent or reactant is a substance or compound consumed during a chemical reaction. Rectifier : A rectifier is an electrical device that converts alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC), a process known as rectification. Redox : Redox (shorthand [...]

Marine energy – Introduction

Wind Energy

Ocean energy, also referred to as marine renewable energy, marine power, marine energy, and ocean power, refers to the energy carried by ocean waves and tides. The movement of water in the world’s oceans creates a vast store of kinetic energy, or energy in motion. This energy can be harnessed to create electricity to power [...]

Matthew Simmons – Ocean Energy Institute

Alternative Energy

As Matthew Simmons had worked as an investment banker to the oil and gas industry, there are some who had put forward the theory that his doom-saying had merely been a ploy to obtain more business for his own enterprise which finances oil and gas drilling rigs. However, Simmons seeemd to some to appear quite [...]

Alternative energy – Renewable energy vs non-renewable energy

Alternative Energy

Renewable energy is generated from natural resources—such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides and geothermal heat—which are renewable (naturally replenished). When comparing the processes for producing energy, there remain several fundamental differences between renewable energy and fossil fuels. The process of producing oil, coal, or natural gas fuel is a difficult and demanding process that requires [...]

Energy crisis – Mitigation of an energy crisis

The Hirsch report made clear that an energy crisis is best averted by preparation. In 2008, solutions such as the Pickens Plan and the satirical in origin Paris Hilton energy plan suggest the growing public consciousness of the importance of mitigation. Energy policy may be reformed leading to greater energy intensity, for example in Iran [...]

Renewable energy – Introduction

Renewable energy is energy which comes from natural resources such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, and geothermal heat, which are renewable (naturally replenished). In 2008, about 19% of global final energy consumption came from renewables, with 13% coming from traditional biomass, which is mainly used for heating, and 3.2% from hydroelectricity. New renewables (small hydro, [...]

Feasible Ways To Generate Renewable Energy

Tidal Energy

By: PercyVilllarreal w technological advancements, it has now become feasible to generate renewable energy from near endless sources like waste materials. In windy, flat-land locations wind turbine technology is now being utilized to generate renewable energy. Installing solar and wind power is a great way to increase the value of a house. Another way to [...]

Natural Energy and the Future of Mankind

Tidal Energy

By: Andrews Boaz The modern world can’t do without energy, which is very much needed for ensuring all the individuals, a prosperous life and also a smoother economy for the entire world. Coal had been the most primitive type of fuel, which had been used by mankind, for the cooking and heating purposes. Coal had [...]

The Transition towards Natural Energy

Tidal Energy

By: Andrews Boaz The rate of use of the fossil fuels all over the world has drastically increased during the last decade. This is an alarming fact because the use of fossil fuels mostly does irreplaceable harm to the atmosphere and the environment. The energy experts as well as the environmental groups all over the [...]

Top Benefits Of Alternative Energy

With the steady depletion of traditional energy resources, different forms of alternative energy sources are gaining ground. It’s no wonder that solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, tidal energy, hydroelectric energy, biofuel, and nuclear energy are offering a solution to meet the energy needs of both households and industries. Why alternative energy sources are becoming popular – Since alternative energy resources are mostly renewable, they ensure a steady supply of energy to meet the present and future needs of people. This makes these resources cheaper than the traditional ones, which come at a steep price tag mainly due their limited availability and fast depleting reserves.

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