Renewable energy – the way forward for the future
Renewable energy is becoming more and more of a necessity as the reality of fossil fuel exhaustion grows increasingly apparent. New technology has made sustainable power sources such as sunlight, wind and tidal forces seem like a viable and alternative to conventional, heavy carbon-emitting fossil fuel power stations.
While there is still a long way to go before renewable energy becomes the norm rather than the exception, important moves are being made to establish large-scale sustainable power projects that are both environmentally and economically sound. Wind farms are an increasingly common sight in many areas of the UK, and tidal power generation is also being planned around the coast. The future looks bright for sustainable energy.
Categories: Energy Tags: power generation, renewable energy, sustainable power sources
New rechargeable batteries stay charged for longer
Battery technology is advancing all the time, and there has now been a new type of rechargeable battery introduced to the market that is able to stay charged for much longer than its rivals.
Although rechargeable batteries are highly cost-effective and cut down on a lot of needless waste, they have always suffered from one major drawback, in that they do not retain their charge for extended periods of time.
When left uncharged, most rechargeable batteries will drain their power supply until eventually they can no longer be used. These new batteries have an extended shelf life of up to a year at 80% charge.
Categories: Energy Tags: New Technology, rechargeable batteries, stay charged
Rechargeable battery technology
Rechargeable battery technology has moved on in leaps and bounds in recent years. However, most rechargeable batteries still suffer from one significant drawback – if left uncharged for a period of time, even if they aren’t being used, their charge will slowly leak away, leading to decreased or even no performance when you eventually try to use them.
This is why rechargeable batteries are always uncharged when you first buy them. Battery manufacturers are working on this problem, with some manufacturers now able to produce batteries which can hold their charge for up to a year or more, which makes them a much more attractive option.
Categories: Energy Tags: battery manufacturers, battery technology, rechargeable battery
Government announces £8 million investment in wind energy
The UK government has announced that it will invest a further £8 million in offshore wind energy farms. Britain already has more offshore wind farms installed than any other country in the world, and this new announcement will build on the UK’s existing efforts in this sector.
The Prime Minister commented on the announcement, stating: “The UK is a global leader in offshore wind power, and the North East is at the forefront in providing the skills, expertise and enterprise to capitalise on this rapidly expanding market.”
Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Milliband said: “Government support can help make the difference between Britain leading in the new offshore wind industry or simply being a follower.”
Categories: Energy Tags: Energy, turbines, wind farms
Alternative energy sources growing in importance
While stocks of fossil fuels are not due to run out in the near future, it is certain that they are a limited resource and that at some point we will have to find alternative energy sources to power out technology.
Although still in the early stages of development, there are a number of possible energy sources which are currently being explored. Wind power looks promising, as does wave power, with a number of successful projects already underway. Solar power is also a real possibility as technology improves and makes solar cells more efficient. While not yet urgent, the search for alternative energy sources is increasingly important in the modern age.
Categories: Energy Tags: alternative energy, new fuels
