Solar farms cover a large area of land, and hence they are commonly developed in rural areas. Thorough planning procedures are required to get approval for the construction of solar farms. Planning includes consideration of suitability of the site, relevant renewable energy targets and any impact on the locality.
The pursuit of clean energy to preserve the environment has become a necessity now. Non-renewable energy sources on the Earth are depleting at an alarming rate.
There was a time not so long ago when hybrid cars were the sole domain of mainstream manufacturers and were synonymous with uninteresting cars with excellent fuel economy. But, as that famous Bob Dylan song goes, “the times, they are a-changin”.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
9 Jun 2014
Hydrogen fuel cells are cells that contain hydrogen as the fuel. Hydrogen fuel is a zero emission fuel that releases energy during combustion or through electrochemical reactions. Fuel cells and batteries produce an electric current through a chemical reaction, but a fuel cell will produce energy as long as there is fuel, thus never losing its charge.
With the 2014 Formula 1 season well under way, it seems appropriate to take a look and see how this form of motor racing it is gearing itself toward a more sustainability future. While motor racing is generally not associated with being green, Formula 1 is argued to be at the pinnacle of the sport and appears to be making significant advances in this area.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
7 May 2014
A life cycle analysis (LCA) is an internationally accepted methodology (e.g. AS/NZA ISO 14044:2006, ISO 14040 (2006) and ISO 14044 (2006)) for analysing the environmental impacts of a process, product or activity along its “life cycle”.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
5 May 2014
With energy prices skyrocketing, we are all looking for ways to reduce our power consumption. From using more energy efficient light bulbs, to better seals around doors and windows, there are numerous ways and various strategies that can be employed to reduce energy usage and save money.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
1 May 2014
In this interview, Juuso Konttinen, Vice President, Biochemicals, UPM, talks to AZoCleantech about renewable biomaterials for the automotive industry.
By Kalwinder Kaur
2 Jan 2014
Formula E is a new FIA championship scheduled to begin in 2014 with 10 teams. The FIA Formula E championship will feature Formula cars exclusively powered by electric energy.
By Kalwinder Kaur
2 Dec 2013
Solar photovoltaic panels produce direct current (DC) power. However, most of the utilities and almost every household use alternating current (AC). Therefore, a solar inverter is usually employed to convert variable DC supply output of the solar panels into AC current of utility frequency.
By Kris Walker
28 Nov 2013