Milestone in the construction of the Niagara Tunnel
The construction of the Niagara Tunnel – as high as a 4-story building – has reached an important milestone when the tunnel has been completely lined with concrete.
Once complete, this will ensure smooth concrete lining for the next...Read More
Biofuels from algae, technology advances
Scientists have made an E. coli can metabolize carbohydrates in brown algae into ethanol, making it a potential source of fuel and chemicals.
Two main reasons are that the energy sector and research have their eyes on the algae.
On the...Read More
Nicaragua already covers 48% of demand with renewable energy
Wind, geothermal, hydro and solar power and cover half the energy consumption of Nicaragua. There are plans to install wind turbines in new wind projects.
According to The National Load Dispatch Center (CNDC), renewable energy production in...Read More
UN declared 2012 as the year of renewable energy
The International Energy Agency (IEA) warned days before the finalization of the 2011: “The Earth is moving towards an unsustainable energy future, unless urgent measures are taken to optimize the resources available.”
Scientists...Read More