Local solar energy production to take hit during eclipse – fox5sandiego.com
fox5sandiego.com Local solar energy production to take hit during eclipsefox5sandiego.com“Managing and operating a power grid is a 24/7 job and while we plan ahead, there are often quick decisions that need to be made to maintain a balance between the exact amount of electricity at the exact time to consistently meet the energy needs of…
Interior Energy Project moving ahead on Pentex purchase – Fairbanks Daily News-Miner
Interior Energy Project moving ahead on Pentex purchaseFairbanks Daily News-MinerInterior Energy Project Team Leader Gene Therriault of AIDEA said the board recently approved a grant of as much as $345,000 for the Interior Gas Utility to continue doing its work toward purchasing Pentex. To purchase Pentex, the Interior Gas Utility … and more »
Why Renewable Energy Is Not as Clean as You Think – OZY
OZY Why Renewable Energy Is Not as Clean as You ThinkOZYMoney is plowing into cheap solar energy, China is leading the world in green investment and Tesla has released a nice new electric car. Already, over a fifth of the world’s electricity comes from renewables, set to rise to 29 percent by 2040 … and…
Before a Solar Eclipse Crosses 14 States, a Great American Road Trip – New York Times
New York Times Before a Solar Eclipse Crosses 14 States, a Great American Road TripNew York TimesPeople are flocking to the area in anticipation of viewing a total solar eclipse on Monday. Credit George Frey/Getty Images. CHARLESTON, S.C. — Americans across the country this weekend began a great, if brief, migration, rushing toward a swath…
Solar eclipse 2017: Scientists in Oregon to study ‘breath of the land’ – USA TODAY
USA TODAY Solar eclipse 2017: Scientists in Oregon to study ‘breath of the land’USA TODAYCORVALLIS, Ore. — A team of scientists and students from around the world are preparing to measure the “breath” of the land faster than anyone has before from a windswept pasture dotted with cow droppings several miles south of town. Led…
The eclipse capital of the US is over the moon for Monday’s solar event – Washington Post
WLS-TV The eclipse capital of the US is over the moon for Monday’s solar eventWashington PostCARBONDALE, Ill. — At first, Bob Baer thought it had to be a hoax. A man identifying himself as an astronomer had emailed to let him know about two eclipses that would cross the United States — one in 2017,…
Solar eclipse 2017: Anticipation builds as millions pack prime viewing spots – USA TODAY
USA TODAY Solar eclipse 2017: Anticipation builds as millions pack prime viewing spotsUSA TODAYThe path where the moon will completely cover the sun will first reach the United States in the area of Salem, Ore., and sweep through a myriad of cities and towns on its way to Charleston, S.C. Observers outside this path will…
What the solar eclipse will look like, wherever you are in the US – Quartz
Quartz What the solar eclipse will look like, wherever you are in the USQuartzYou’re all set for the solar eclipse on Monday (Aug. 21)—unless, you’re not. The eclipse is only due to last a handful of minutes, and another one won’t swing around for several years. Here’s how to double-check that your view of it…
Arctic voyage notes global warming’s impact on ice, animals … – Fairbanks Daily News-Miner
Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Arctic voyage notes global warming’s impact on ice, animals …Fairbanks Daily News-MinerVICTORIA STRAIT, Nunavut — The email arrived in mid-June, seeking to explode any notion that global warming might turn our Arctic expedition into a summer …Global warming and Arctic roads – Workers WorldWorkers World all 5 news articles »
As India’s Climate Changes, Farmers In The North Experiment With … – NPR
NPR As India’s Climate Changes, Farmers In The North Experiment With …NPRIn the upper reaches of the northern state of Uttarakhand, small villages are rain- and snow-fed. As snowfall has declined, farmers are starting to plant crops in … and more »