Cambridge University physicist, David Mackay, in a passionate, personal analysis of the energy crisis in the UK, in which he comes to some surprising conclusions about the way forward. The film is based on his new book Sustainable Energy without the hot air, in which Prof Mackay has calculated the numbers involved for the [...]
In Permaculture alternative energy systems are an integral part of any good design. There is no better example of this than the humble bicycle. In this short fun film there are many examples of the innovative and creative uses of bicycle power. For More Information on pedal power please visit: www.mayapedal.org http www.innovate-or-die.com www.nif.org.in
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VP100 Vertical Axis Wind Turbine Prototype Spinning at Clines Corners, New Mexico May 2007. Capable of generating 150 – 300 MWh of annual energy at good wind sites. VAWTPower Management, Inc.
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EnergyForEarth.net – DIY Solar Panel Saves 33% on Electricity Bill How to have hot water in your house for free, 24 Very easy and cheap way DIY Solar Hot Water Heater Saves 33% on Electricity Bill advantages alternative benefits bill build cell cells cheap conservation cost costs diy earth earth4energy earthenergy efficiency efficient [...]
Boil water just by placing it in the sun. www.greenpowerscience.com This is a simple process to make your owns solar evacuated vacuum tubes from any bottle and a vase from Walmart.
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Part 1 of a 2 part series showing how to install a cheap cost effective solar hot water heater.greenpowerscience.com
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Part 2 of a 2 part series showing how to install a cheap cost effective solar hot water heater. greenpowerscience.com
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build a passive solar, negative energy building with photovoltaics, geothermal energy and solar airconditioning in 5 minutes
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The founder of a growing movement shows us around 'Transition Town Totnes' in Devon and talks about peak oil, the origin of the Transition Towns concept and how to help your community develop an 'energy descent plan' and prepare to 'power down.' …
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