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We can do that here too. We have the resources and know-how. All we need is the consensus and determination to do it. Then we would have copious amounts of clean energy produced with our own resources within our own borders. Scotland already gets 29% of its energy from renewables. By 2020 it will be [...] The Kitegen generator. The kites pulls cables that activate alternators on the ground via cables, creating electricity. Tip: Metaefficient In order to generate power the kite pulls a string attached to the generators on the ground. Upon reaching their maximum height, they are reeled back down to repeat the process. Wind a kilometer up is much stronger and more dependable than wind on the ground. The Google Foundation, researchers in the Neterlands, and [...] The fixed-wing Greenwind has set a new world record for a wind-powered vehicle, 126.1 mph. Now they want to try it on ice, and go even faster. Wind power helps propel the ships while solar panels in the sail generate electricity. This lowers costs and carbon emissions as well. That’s enough power for ten homes. Much larger tests are planned. The kites use the much faster moving wind higher up, and thus are more efficient. Plus they fall slowly if the wind stops. The always amazing Treehugger has more. Check Laddermill, the website of inventor Wubbo Ockels for lots of technical explanations, demo [...] |  | ||||
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