Joseph asks…
What are the best examples of renewable energy being put to good use in the real world?
I’m writing a report for school on the future of renewable energy (including wind, water, solar, geothermal, and biofuel), and want to give some real world examples of how renewable energy is being used effectively today. What strikes you as some of the best real world examples you’ve seen or heard of?
The Expert answers:
Geothermal energy used in Iceland. Iceland’s many geysers and hotsprings make it an excellent location for geothermal energy.
Niagra Falls and Hoover Dam… Provide a ton of electrical power.
Charles asks…
How soon will cheap renewable energy revolutionize the world?
It’s already begun. Business will drive toward change because the cost savings makes alternative energy sources so much more profitable. How long will it take for developed nations to change?
The Expert answers:
Every nation is trying in her own way. In India, they have started harnessing wind energy by installing windmills at many places. Jatropa plantation is becoming widespread. This plant give alternate diesel.
It is just progressing and no time frame comes in my mind as no authority has given one.
Daniel asks…
Where in the world is there undergraduate degrees in renewable energy and/or sustainability?
I’ve already found a few, such as the University of New South Wales – Photovoltaic/solar energy degree. However, I would like to fully know all my options for undergraduate degrees in solar energy/wind energy/renewable energy etc. Most other programs I’ve found have been standard engineering degrees, which lead to graduate work in the subject. Any university in the world is the scope, as I’m not committed to residing with the United States.
The Expert answers:
I think Slippery Rock University
Helen asks…
Renewable energy and our place in the world?
Will renewable energy help or hinder with our relations with other countries around the world?
The Expert answers:
Clearly help.
The US is the country most in denial of global warming.
And the worst offender.
Anything we do in that direction cannot help but bee seen as a good thing.
Even better, the less oil we use, the more prices come down, making them have to pay less.
We get to win twice.
Sandy asks…
What present of the world uses renewable energy?
The Expert answers:
About 19%, though 68% of that is still considered somewhat traditional, just being plant/animal matter. Which means solar/hydro/wind/etc energy use is an even smaller percentage.
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