Global Warming Continues Unabated Despite a Seemingly Endless Winter in Parts of North America

Even if it is still cold and stormy in parts of North America, the data reveals that the global warming trend is strong and getting stronger. As some of us are still waiting for the first flowers to bloom, winter may seem eternal. Cold weather can give the impression that the heat may be abating somewhat, however the facts reveal that global warming shows no signs of easing.

Course - Geothermal Energy: The 3-Day MBA

Geothermal Energy: The 3-Day MBA will take place on November 19 - 21, 2013. This course is presented by Green Power Academy. New York, USA. It offers a comprehensive introduction to the technology, markets, economics, financial risks and returns of geothermal energy.

MIT recently suggested that geothermal capacity in the US alone could potentially be 100,000 MW within the next 50 years; and this is an energy source that provides a reliable, highly productive source of electricity. Yet the industry has been adding capacity at only 1-2% per year, while other, more unpredictable renewable sources such as wind and solar have boomed.

Course - Ground Source and Efficient Heating Systems

Ground Source and Efficient Heating Systems will take place on Sunday September 8, 2013, in Woodbridge, ON., at Living City Campus, Kortright Centre 9550 Pine Valley Drive.This workshop examines the features of various high efficiency heating systems for both domestic hot water and residential space heating needs.

Obama's Energy Efficiency Executive Order for Industry

On August 30th, 2012, President Obama signed an executive order focused on efficiency in industrial facilities. That order sets a national goal of 40 GW of new combined heat and power (CHP) by the end of 2020. As stated in the order, the industrial sector accounts for over 30 percent of all energy consumed in the US, and energy costs affect overall competitiveness. The goal is to increase investments to reduce energy use through more efficient manufacturing processes and facilities and the expanded use of combined heat and power (CHP).

The Federal Government will help to overcome barriers to investment in industrial energy efficiency. This includes encouraging private sector investment by setting goals and highlighting the benefits of investment, improving coordination at the Federal level, partnering with and supporting States, and identifying investment models beneficial to the multiple stakeholders involved.

Ball State is Building the Largest Geothermal System in the US

Ball State is building the largest geothermal system in the US. The geothermal system under construction will replace coal boilers for heating and cooling. Eradicating fossil fuel power for renewable sources of energy will reduce the university’s carbon footprint by nearly half while saving $2 million a year in operating costs. The system will connect to all buildings on campus providing heating and cooling to 5.5 million square feet.

This decision was made based on a cost comparison of new fossil fuel based boilers and renewable energy options. The more efficient geothermal-based heating and cooling system was found to be the best for the school.