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Google-Backed Supergrid Buoyed by OK of Offshore Wind Energy Areas
An undersea transmission project designed to be the “backbone” of offshore wind energy on the US Atlantic Coast got a boost on Thursday as the Obama administration began the leasing process for prime Mid-Atlantic offshore wind energy areas.
New Tool Could Prevent Wind Farm Bat Deaths
Researchers at the US Forest Service have developed a predictive tool designed to help wind farm operators reduce impacts on migratory bats while maximizing energy production.
Can Solar Energy Lower the Cost of Carbon Capture?
Experts agree that the most promising carbon capture processes use absorption, but these technologies are still quite expensive because of the energy intensive CO2 separation process — and that is where solar comes in.
A Transmission Tower Not Hindered by NIMBY Issues
“Regarded as an eyesore by some,” Palette Industries says, “transmission towers have now become a staple of cascading highway horizons.
Abu Dhabi Moves Ahead on Big Carbon Capture Project
Masdar Carbon is moving ahead with a carbon capture and sequestration facility that will capture nearly 1 million tons of CO2 annually in Abu Dhabi.
