Most Efficient Solar Cooker Design
Solar Cookers have seen a very lukewarm acceptance even among people who are suffering from fuel poverty. They may not be as dependable and robust for cooking as wood fired…
Renewable Energy Tours in Scotland
Scotland has always had a huge appeal for visitors because of its breath-taking landscape and awe-inspiring scenery. From the untouched beauty of its Highlands to cities rich with architecture, Scotland…
Solar Thermo-Electric Generator (STEG): A promising new technology
A promising new technology is emerging in the solar renewable spectrum that uses Sun’s heat to produce electricity. The product is called Solar Thermo-electric generator (STEG) and uses Seebeck effect…
How to make a Zero Carbon home
In the 1960’s when the environmental movement begun and the concept of energy conservation took root. The idea of constructing Zero Carbon homes gained momentum in the wake of Kyoto…
The Coefficient of Drag Story
The tale of the coefficient of drag is almost a century old. The recent past however is a good starting point. The year 2000 was a remarkable year for the…