We are living in an energy sucking world where almost everything from living to non-living thrives on one or other form of energy. Everyone is well aware of the limited availability of energy resources yet seldom is done to improve the situation. However,
As we know it Piezoelectric materials can produce electrical energy by transforming ambient vibrations. This happens because such materials develop electric voltage whenever any mechanical stress is applied on their surface. Researchers have shown that
Use of renewable energy in transportation is a pretty old idea. Scientists are working on it worldwide. Bio-diesel and ethanol fuel have already been used successfully. These biofuels have saved 68 billion liters of petroleum in 2009. However, it is
Luxury superyachts are not known to be eco friendly as most of them are powered by gas-guzzling engines, which emit harmful gases and make lots of noise as well. But, the skyrocketing fuel prices and the concern to safeguard environment has forced the lux
The green machine: BYD is one of the fastest growing green energy enterprise in south-east Asia, but these are rather tough times for the Chinese automaker. Even after backing from the legendary investor Warren Buffet, they projected 35 to 65 percent
The link between climate change and carbon emissions has now been clearly established. The only argument being whether the serious consequences will happen in as less as 50 years or if we have more time. Meanwhile, the world will need to continue to build
With the crude prices on the rise, many people think of going for an electric car. This way they can make a saving in their monthly expenditure. These days, number of such cars are available in the market. These electric cars are very smooth, available a
The paucity in supply of fossil fuel and its escalating cost have encouraged researchers to device novel technologies to harness the energy stored in organic substances. Bioenergy is rapidly emerging as a viable alternative to fossil fuels, the dominant e
Why are we asking this now?The world population has just crossed the 7 billion mark, the last billion added in just 12 years. This continuing growth in population causes demands on all resources, including energy. Over 80 percent of world energy demand is
Remember the first time you set your feet on the bicycle pedals and felt the wind on your face as you just let yourself go? Bicycles have been our most basic and popular rides since decades. In fact, it is the first vehicle that all of us have had! From k
