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Solar Power And Wind Power

Thursday, April 30th, 2009
Dick Jonson asked:


Nowadays global warming and the scarcity of fossil fuels are rarely out of the media. Some people carry on hoping that government will come up with some sort of solution, others don’t really care and then a few people are wondering, “how can I help reduce global warming?”

One of the most obvious answers to this question is to use less power by moving your power source from fossil fuels to a renewable energy source. The two most hotly discussed forms of renewable energy are solar and wind power and this article will pit the two against it each to discover which one is best.

Solar Power.

There are many ways to harness the suns power the most common of these is to use a photovoltaic module to convert the suns ultra violet rays into energy. This is the technology used in solar panels. Other forms of solar power include using materials with different layers of salt density to capture the suns power and using a super green house style device to heat air to power turbines. In this article we will just examine solar panels.

Wind Power.

Put simply by using the wind to spin a turbine with a magnet on it electricity can be created. This works in a similar fashion to the turbines powered by steam in a traditional power plant.

The Costs

Although these two power technologies may sound like a perfect solution to the world’s energy crisis both have their limitations. Firstly there is the cost, at the time of writing Solar power is cheaper than wind power when implemented on a small scale such as in an family home but wind power is generally cheaper when implemented on larger scale.

Efficiency

Efficiency is of course a big part of deciding upon a renewable energy source. For this particular round of wind power vs solar power home advantage will make a huge difference. If you live near the equator and experience a large amount of sunlight solar power is the clear choice, you should have no problem powering your home from solar panels. Like wise for wind power if you live on a blustery coast. The fairest question to sort this one out would be; what about if the contest took place in a neutral area with limited wind and sunlight. In general in an area with roughly the same wind and sunlight I would say you would be better off with solar power for the simple reason that all sunlight will be absorbed by your solar panels but not all wind will be converted to energy by a wind farm this is because the blades on the wind far need to spin at a certain speed if the wind is to fast or to slow electricity wont be generated.

Appearance

In my opinion for this round there can only be one winner and that is solar power I suppose it’s a matter of taste but I find wind farms to be very ugly.

The Conclusion

Well it been a tight contest with each energy source a good bet in right environment but overall Solar Power is the winner due to its lower cost on small installations superior adaptability to different environments and more pleasing aesthetics. That’s not to say wind power is a bad option as in the right circumstance it can be a much better solution than solar power.



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What are Alternative Fuel Cars?

Tuesday, April 28th, 2009
Steven Magill asked:


is the price of gas rising ever higher each day, but we must also take into consideration the pollution that cars emit and the damage it does to the environment. Those that want to live a greener lifestyle can do so by first finding alternative fuel cars that will be kinder to the global environment and their pockets as well.

The New Science of Alternative Fuel Cars

Alternative fuel cars are being tested at present to ease the dependence on petroleum. An alternative fuel vehicle can be one that produces less pollution or it can focus on sustainable energy sources. This lessens our need to import fuel from the unstable region of the Middle East and also addresses global warming issues that are at the forefront of many governments at this time.

An added bonus in looking into alternative fuel cars in the United States is the Federal tax incentives the government is offering to those citizens that purchase alternative fuel vehicles that qualify according to their standards.

What are Alternative Fuels?

One alternative fuel you may be hearing much about in the news is ethanol. Ethanol is being produced in the U.S. and it comes from crops such as corn. It is said to produce less emission and greenhouse gases than the conventional fuel sources we now use. There is much debate over the use of ethanol as it takes energy in order to produce it and the facts are still up in the air about whether it is truly worth the cost and effort to produce.

Biodiesel is another popular alternative fuel source. It comes from animal fat and vegetable oil. It is said to produce less pollution than conventional diesel fuel that is based on petroleum. Willy Nelson, the famous crooner of country ballads is a huge advocate of using biodiesel for alternative fuel cars.

Natural gas is said to generate less pollution into the air as well as a smaller amount of greenhouse gases. There are not many alternative fuel cars that run on natural gas at present but with the leaps and bounds in science, it is only a matter of time before this may be a viable fossil fuel alternative to petroleum.

Hydrogen is a versatile source for alternative fuel cars. It can be produced from a number of fossil fuel sources such as nuclear power, coal and other sources of renewable energies. Hydropower fuel cell cars are powered by hydrogen and do not let off any harmful pollutants into the air.

What You Can Do

The average consumer can find alternative fuel cars in a variety of ways. Doing the proper research on the best alternative fuel cars for the money they have to spend is one of the best ways to lessen our dependence on foreign oil and to make positive changes that will address global warming and climate change. It takes a village to raise a child the old saying goes, but it also takes that same village to make changes in the way we handle our fuel needs.



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Is Your Old Refrigerator Running Optimally? Tips On Saving Energy In The Kitchen

Sunday, April 26th, 2009
Robin Green asked:


Unless your fridge is so old or worn out that you’ve already chosen to replace it with an energy efficient fridge, you really should do a simple assessment of whether the fridge is running well. Issues such as how often and for how long the compressor motor runs, whether there’s frost in the freezer section, how good your door seals are, and the temperature range of the freezer and fridge sections, can all impact your refrigerator energy use.

Begin by simply trying to remember how frequently you hear the motor going. Does it seem to be going continuously, or is the refrigerator usually silent? Does the compressor seem to keep switching on and off (short periods of running time, then short rests)? During times of the day when the fridge door stays shut (for example overnight), the pattern of energy use for energy saving fridges is typically that of short periods with the motor working, interspersed with much longer periods of the compressor motor resting. If that’s how your fridge behaves, you’re off to a good start.

If the compressor motor is going nearly all the time, there may be issues with the gasket seal, or cobwebs on the coils, or the fridge may be in an enclosed area so that the heat the motor is working to extract from the interior has nowhere to escape to. You may just have an old refrigerator with an inefficient compressor motor, which translates into less heat extracted for a given amount of electricity input, or you might have substandard insulation in the fridge walls, so that more heat flows in through the fridge sides. Or you might have set the temperature too low in either the refrigerator or the freezer compartment.

Next look for ice build-up in the freezer compartment. Fast or heavy frost build-up in a manual-defrost freezer is usually an indication that warm, moist air is getting into the freezer section. You could have a poor seal on the freezer compartment, which allows cold air to escape through the seal, and warm, moist air to enter in its place. It takes more power to extract heat from moist air than from dry air, so you win on two fronts by eliminating air leaks. Even if you have a great seal, you should defrost a manual-defrost freezer regularly. You should never let more than a quarter inch of ice form on the compartment walls, as it makes the compressor motor work harder.

Check your refrigerator and freezer compartment gaskets to make sure you have a good seal. The standard test is the dollar-bill check. Open the refrigerator or freezer door so that you can slide a dollar bill halfway in, then close the door. If the bill stays tightly in place when you pull, the seal is fine in that part of the gasket. Do the same at several other points along the gasket. If at any point the bill slides out, or moves freely, try moving the bill along the seal in each direction until it sticks. That should give you an idea of how big each leak is.

You can sometimes solve gasket leaks by cleaning the gasket to remove any residue that might prevent a good seal. But if there are gaps and the gasket is clean, you really should replace the seal.

Your refrigerator may pass the dollar bill test even though the gasket is letting in air - if the gasket is cracked. Cracks can open up in the thin part of the gasket where it attaches to the door. Run your finger along the gasket feeling for rips, all the way around each door.

If you’re a DIY type, gaskets can be fairly cheap to replace. I bought a new gasket for my refrigerator five years ago and with no previous instruction had it on the door within a half hour. And an appliance repair person can install one even faster, especially if you tell them to bring a replacement gasket with them when you call them. So if your gasket is leaking or too rigid to provide a good seal, get it replaced.

What are the ideal temperatures for your fridge and freezer sections?

The last thing to look at in your do-it-yourself fridge assessment is the temperature in each compartment of your refrigerator. You can use either a standard glass thermometer or an electronic probe thermometer to do this. Place the thermometer (or the probe portion, for an electronic thermometer) in a jar half-filled with liquid (a pickle jar does nicely), and leave it in the compartment for a full 24 hours. (Make sure the jar is only half filled with liquid for the freezer compartment, so the freezing doesn’t break the jar. Don’t open the unit for at least an hour before you do your 24-hour measurement. Check the temperature on the thermometer. For the fridge compartment, you should strive for 39F or 40F (or 4C). For the freezer temperature, go for 5F (or -15C). If the refrigerator temperature or freezer temperature is lower than this, you are wasting energy cooling your food more than necessary.

Remember that for chest or upright freezers, where frozen food tends to be kept longer than in the freezer compartment of refrigerators, you want a somewhat lower freezer temperature of 0F or -17C.

If the compartment is not at the ideal setting, adjust the thermostat in the appropriate section up or down by just a small amount. Then wait another 24 hours and take a second reading. It’s best to tweak the thermostat a little at a time, until you reach the ideal refrigerator temperature. Once you reach that ideal setting, you can use a permanent marker to draw a line on the thermostat dial, so you have a reference point. It’s not a given that this will always give you the ideal temperature (thermostats can be finicky) but if you subsequently notice that the line is far from the front, you’ll know to measure the temperature once more.

It’s important to measure your refrigerator temperature (both compartments) on a monthly basis, or at least, if you have already checked it and have marked the position of the thermostat dial, to see that the dial hasn’t moved. It’s easy for these dials to get turned inadvertently, or on purpose by little hands, and if the temperature varies far from the proper settings of 40F for the fridge section or 5F for the freezer section, you either risk food spoilage or a higher electricity bill.



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9 Ways to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient - Part 1

Saturday, April 25th, 2009
David Tanguay asked:


Harvey M Sachs, PhD and director of the Buildings Program at the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy came up with the following 9 methods that a home owner can utilize in order to become more efficient.

1. Make sure your walls and attic are well insulated. When one has insulation properly installed, it can dramaticallyslow the rate that heat leaves the house. If your walls are already insulated, this does not usually present a problem. However, in homes where walls have not been insulated properly and instead have cavities where hot air can leak out, it would be prudent to look into blown-in insulation to fill up those empty spaces.

2. Upgrade or replace windows. Often times, in older houses, windows can have a tendency to “leak.” When you begin to think about replacing them, it is best to look into those windows with an Energy Star rating. However, do not go out and purchase windows just in the attempt to be more energy efficient. Because windows account for less than fifteen percent of heat loss, it would be wiser to look into other areas to become more efficient.

3. Plant shade trees and shrubs around the house. One way to combat the presence of poor insulation within walls and windows is to plant greenery. The benefits of trees and shrubs are twofold. Not only do they block the sun’s hot rays in the summer with the foliage, they allow these same rays through in the winter due the barren branches on the plants.

4. Replace an older furnace with a high-efficiency system. Furnaces built prior to 1992 may be wasting an unbelievable thirty-five percent of the fuel used. There are updated furnaces on the market that will waste ten percent or less of the fuel used. The annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) may be determined through the aid of a heating service technician or energy auditor.

5. Improve the efficiency of your hot water system. The first step is to turn the setting on the hot water heater down to warm, which is 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Next, insulate hot water lines, reducing their ability to cool in between uses. The use of low-flow fixtures will increase efficiency when used for showers and baths. Rather than replacing a perfectly good hot water heater, try the above steps.

Steps 6 through 9 will be discussed in the next article… so stay tuned!



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Dummies Guide To Green Living

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
Paul Hata asked:


What is Green Living - Green Living is a life philosophy. Proponents of green living aims to conduct their lives in such a way that they have an all encompassing awareness of saving the earth and its environment.

As a supporter of Green living, you carry out your life in an eco-friendly and responsible manner, an attempt to minimize the size of your ecological footprint. Green living includes the conservation of resources, recycling, sustainability, green construction, alternative energy, organic food choices and other environmental topics.

Green Lifestyle - Each choice you make requires a consideration of the consequences of the choice, and the way that the decision will affect the environment and all living things within it. Ecological consciousness and care for the earth are of paramount importance in the decision-making process.By minimizing their “ecological footprints” - the extent to which they create an environmental impact, proponents of green living hope to preserve the earth for future generations of human beings and other life.

Green Technology - Green technology is essential for the conservation of energy, soil health, green building, environmentally preferred purchasing, green chemistry and green nanotechnology.Developing green technology includes toxic-waste-eating trees, smart electricity grids and floating environmental sensors. Then there is the alternative-energy home fueling station that could jump-start the long-awaited hydrogen economy. This technology may seem far out-but it will probably be here a lot sooner than we think.

Green Building - Green building is basically the practice of using eco-friendly building materials and designing homes and offices to be more energy efficient.A zero-energy building has no net energy consumption when measured across a year’s time. It uses alternative energy sources like solar and wind power. Both zero- and low-energy buildings are great for green living.

Green Energy - Green technologist aims produce energy without burning all the world’s coal and using all the world’s fossil fuels and natural resources. Alternative energy is related to green living as it includes energy alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. The main drive behind alternative energy is to find renewable, eco-friendly sources of energy like solar or wind power.

Organic Food - Organic food refers to food items that are produced, processed and packaged without using chemicals. Organic food is increasingly becoming popular due to its perceived health benefits over conventional food. Droves of people are turning to organic produce as a way to feel safer about the foods they eat. People are worried about the foods they put into their bodies. With all of the reports of food poisoning from fruits and vegetables, many people are worried about what they are eating.

Renewable Energy - Strictly speaking, renewable energy is energy that is replenished at the same rate it’s used. As the center of green living, renewable energy encourages use of solar, wind, and other alternative forms of energy.

Solar Energy - Solar energy is the conversion of the sun’s rays to energy, very good for green living. Active solar technology uses electrical or mechanical equipment to convert the sun’s rays into usable energy for heating or whatever. Passive solar technology does not use any outside non-solar energy.

Sustainablility - Sustainability, central to green living, is about preserving the environment and natural resources for years to come. It is the process of maintaining a small ecological footprint so that one’s life has no permanent detrimental effect on the earth. There are specific fields within it like sustainable architecture, sustainable agriculture, and sustainable development.Green living habits are worthwhile no matter what our circumstances - privileged or not.



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Used Vegetable Oil for Biodiesel Production?

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
Lee Wilson asked:


There is a lot of talk going on about by diesel production. But I’m quite sure that most people have no idea what the process involves. Simply put biodiesel production takes a product such as vegetable oil, just normal everyday vegetable oil, and turns it into a combustible product. How this is done, requires a little more technical talk and understanding. So here we go. To produce biodiesel requires a process in which the lipid transesterification converts a base oil in two esters or biodiesel.

In the production of biodiesel these products may be used:

1. Raw sewage-yes it’s true, raw sewage can be used in a roundabout way to produce biodiesel. How this works is the sewage waste is used as a substrate for algae and then the algae is used to produce biodiesel.

2. The feedstock oil-currently soybean oil is being used to produce around 90% of available biodiesel fuel.

3. Animal fats-lard, chicken fat, yellow grease, tallow, and by products which come from producing omega-three fatty acids from fish oil.

4. Used vegetable oil-this has to be one of my favorites because it takes a product which has been used and which would just typically be thrown away and turns it into fuel.

Here is a quick rundown on how biodiesel fuel is produced. You need to dissolve a catalyst such as sodium hydroxide in alcohol. This mixture is combined with your vegetable oil, for example, an agitated in a large vat. This process takes two hours. This liquid then needs to sit for 12 to 24 hours and this is when the chemical reaction occurs. This chemical reaction creates the biodiesel and glycerin. The glycerin is separated from the biodiesel.

There is a new technology that is taking place that actually eliminates the mixing and standing time. In fact the technology is becoming so advanced that there may actually be no need for adissolved catalyst in the production of buyer diesel. It is truly amazing how the demand for certain products can ignite the imagination and the genius of technology via the human mind to create a product that can so fundamentally revolutionize the fuel industry.

The future for biodiesel production is looking better and better. Biodiesel production is clean, environmentally sound, and uses waste material. These three things alone make it a very fascinating topic to follow and possibly even invest in.



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It’s not Easy Being a Green Home

Sunday, April 19th, 2009
Justin Havre asked:


Green building and green homes are terms that get bandied about pretty liberally these days. Quite often, what passes for green makes strides in one area while backtracking in another. If we’re really keen on going green these days, we’ll need to look beyond labels to find out if what we’re buying will truly benefit the environment. Read on for a run-down of the four biggest magnets for the “green home” label and some of the noxious realities that lurk within:

Recycled Materials

Recycled building products may be considered green because they conserve resources, raw materials and turn post consumer or industrial waste into a valuable and useable resource. These benefits can be nullified however if producing the recycled product requires an undue amount of energy consumption, creates pollution or if the final product leeches toxins into the environment. Rubber tiles for instance put old tires to good use giving them green kudos but when used in an enclosed environment they’ll leak unhealthy chemicals into the air that are decidedly not green.

Conservation of Natural Resources

Building products that use less material than their predecessors, are rapidly renewable or have a high durability factor make the green list because they conserve natural resources. But like recycled products, products that conserve resources may also have qualities or histories that are notoriously not green. For example MDF board can be made from almost any quality wood including sawmill off-cuts and uses almost 100% of the wood in the final product. The result is that an MDF board makes more complete use of natural resources than a natural wood board. But if it has been pressed with urea formaldehyde, as it typically is, it will off-gas and working with it can make you sick. MDF also has a shorter life span and less water resistance than natural wood products which means it will need to be replaced sooner and require the use of even more resources.

Clean Air

Natural materials that don’t pollute the environment or leech toxins are legendary for getting green points and keeping it clean. Wood, stone, slate, marble and plant products, for example, don’t require long chains of chemical processing or release cancerous fumes into the lived environment. Natural, minimally processed materials are simply healthier to live with and therefore green. These benefits are eliminated, however, if harvesting, extracting or transporting the materials creates pollution, requires a huge amount of resources or depletes a resource faster than it can be renewed.

Energy Efficiency

Products that affect energy consumption and water use on a day to day basis stand to effect the biggest environmental impact of all materials that go into a home. Those who wish to be truly green will make sure that operating their home requires minimum amounts of energy and water. Properly insulated walls, windows and doors minimize the amount of energy required to heat and cool a building and therefore have a favorable impact on the environment and are fortunately fairly easy to attain. But how will you generate heat and power? Unfortunately, most of us will have to opt for some sort of fossil fuel or electric power limiting our “green” energy options to those that focus on using as few resources as possible rather than renewable resources like solar power and wind power that don’t need to be mined or transported and create no pollution.

Clearly, it’s not easy being green. Though making strides toward reducing our impact on the environment by building and buying green homes is clearly one of the best places to start, it’s important to educate ourselves if we want to do it right. Green isn’t just something we buy, it’s a careful balance between conservation, low pollution and sustainability.



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Biodiesel Conversion? Can You Run on Biodiesel?

Saturday, April 18th, 2009
Haden Freed asked:


With ever increasing gas prices, we get to witness a revolution in the industry - everyone is scrambling for an alternative solution.  Some people are looking into biodiesel conversion, asking if they can run their car on biodiesel instead.  Most drivers want something better than the conventional fuel.  A number of them want a type of fuel that is cleaner and safer, and environmentally friendly.   People also want something that will not cost so much.

Today, there has being a number of new alternative fuels introduced in the market and some have taken off rather well - including biodiesel. Biodiesel offers a glimpse of what fuel will be in the future - only now.

How is Biodiesel Different?

One feature that makes biodiesel so different from the other alternatives out there is that you do not need to get a special car or even make  modifications to your current vehicle in order to use biodiesel. If you have been using diesel as fuel then you can biodiesel.

Another feature of biodiesel that makes it attractive is the fact that you can indeed make  your own biodiesel - at quite a savings from the  price at the pump.  You could be driving on  homemade biodiesel for around $2 a gallon, instead of $4 or $5 a gallon or more.

Biodiesel fuel is very different from the normal diesel that you pump into your car, truck or SUV.  But it works like diesel fuel which is the very reason why you can use it in your car without  modifications. In addition, it is a fact that  biodiesel burns cleaner, so your engine will  experience lesser wear and tear. Also, it creates lesser pollution and so it is more environment- friendly. You may be pleased to know that biodiesel  is also safer with less chance of explosion or  fire.

Different Blends of Biodiesel

It is interesting to note that most commercial biodiesel sold in the marketing today are blended  version. Blended version means that biodiesel and  regular diesel are mixed together at different  levels. The reason why it is done that way is because pure biodiesel does not work well with  traditional rubber parts found in most cars. Hoses  and other rubber parts wear down over time with  consistent use of biodiesel. The solution to  correct this common issue is to mix biodiesel and  regular diesel together.

B100 (ie. 100% Biodiesel) is non-blended biodiesel can still be found. For those who have removed the  rubber parts in their engine will get maximum benefits from using pure biodiesel. However, take  note that a blended biodiesel still wins over the  straight diesel fuel because it can be used in any  diesel car safely and easily.

Clearing the Myths About Biodiesel

There are many myths circulating around concerning biodiesel that cause people to think twice about  using it. The known issue of biodiesel breaking down rubber parts of the engine.  It is not expensive when it comes to replacing the rubber parts compared to the common problems that may arise from using regular diesel. Biodiesel is much cleaner and so it will greatly reduce the effects of wear and tear. That means less service and maintenance to your vehicle.

As biodiesel becomes more and more popular, most  drivers will realize that biodiesel wins hand down.  Biodiesel is a proven alternative fuel for drivers today.



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Why You Should Go Green Right Now

Saturday, April 18th, 2009
Max Loodlin asked:


The price of energy is rising at an exponential rate. What can we do about this? Well, we can start by going green. Making your own natural energy is the way to go, and is bound to explode within the next year or so. Here are three reasons why you should go green right now.

1. Green Money

Making your own natural energy is one of the best ways to save money especially now that the economy isn’t doing so hot. Energy bills are rising every month making it harder and harder for millions to get by. By making your own natural power you can save up to 80% on your energy bill every single month. You can even earn money from a renewable energy source if it is producing enough energy. This means that your energy company will be paying you rather than you paying them!

2. Everlasting Environment

Fossil fuels and other finite forms of energy are slowly killing our planet every single day. Renewable energy sources are healthy and just as effective as fossil fuels but do not harm the environment at all. By creating a natural energy source you will be on your way to helping out the environment. As people we need to do our part to protect planet earth and creating a green energy source is one of the best ways to do it!

3. It’s Cheap…For Now

The most important reason why you should go green right now is because this market is bound to explode. This means that in a few months it will be very difficult to find the resources you need for a reasonable price. At this very moment it is possible to find a very reliable guide to making your own energy source for around $50, but I wouldn’t be surprised if this price increases by 10x within the next year. The resources are there and the prices are dirt cheap. Will you go green when the time is ripe, or when the prices begin to soar?

If you would like to learn more about a reliable renewable energy guide then click the link below. Your natural energy source will pay for itself within a month, and you will be saving more money than ever!

http://www.squidoo.com/howtomakenaturalpower



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Hydrogen Water Power To Double Even Triple Mileage for Automobiles

Thursday, April 16th, 2009
Paul Fitzgerald asked:


The fate of our economy seems to be in the hands of fuel and oil. The solution? Going green seems to be the new trend everywhere you look. For some of us, our vehicles are necessary. However, some car companies are making it easier for us to keep our cars and go green.

This is by running cars on Hydro water power. What does this mean? Hydro power, allows countries to be less defendant on oil and fuel from other countries. This keeps the cost of fuel down and also helps the environment by cutting down on greenhouse gases. Its use of water makes this a very eco-friendly option for vehicle owners.

This new form of fuel is not a new concept. Its research actually dates back to the 1800’s. Only in the last few years, have scientists found a way to fuel cars with it.

One pitfall of hydro power for vehicles is the networking effort. To enable the economy to really benefit from this new, alternative form of fuel, it has to be widely used. This is difficult because then everyone would have to convert to hydro power. Eventually this may be true. At the present manufacturers still need to make vehicles that accommodate the majority of the population.

What are some other benefits of hydro powered vehicles? Hydro water power is very clean. This is because it is carbon-free. A very useful one is that a car fueled by hydro power uses less mileage per gallon. This is because the fuel it uses is a combination of hydrogen and fuel. Another benefit is that these new eco-friendly cars will eventually give off zero emissions. Emissions are part of the harmful fumes that cause damage to the ozone.

As years go on, we will be able to save around thirty-seven percent of emissions. We will also be able to save three times of annual car emissions on the entire earth.

How much does hydro power cost? It does not cost very much at all. Hydro powers cost is one third of current fuel costs. This is only for maintenance, however, the rest of its cost is very economical as well.

How reliable is hydro power? It is very reliable and flexible as well. Coming from water makes hydro power renewable. Hydro power has constant energy.

Hydro power is not just a thought for the future. It is actually a reality. Other have been convinced that the hydro powered car has been nothing but a political sales pitch. This is not so. Some major

car manufacturers have already designed and made cars fueled by hydro power. It is said that by the year 2020, hydro powered vehicles will be most common among vehicle owners.

Hydro power is a way to utilize the natural resources we already have. Doing this will help maintain our earth. It will help us create a better and safe environment. Science and research may help us to truly go green.



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