Does solar water heating work in Northern countries?
The interesting conundrum with solar heating is, the more solar resource is available, the lesser its valued and the lower its requirement. On the other hand, the more one ventures…
Wind -Solar Hybrid Renewable Grid for the Isle of Mull
Introduction As of the 24th of March 2016 the world’s population stood at 7,410,748,138. Births on that day alone reaching over 263,000. As a result children will be born into…
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…
100% Coal Free, What is next for Scotland
On 20th of March 2016, Scotland’s largest power station Longannet (2.4 Giga Watt capacity ) was shutdown. It was a day of ambivalent feelings. On one hand jobs were lost,…
10 Golden Rules for an Independent Scotland
It is not long before votes are cast for referendum on Scottish independence. If people do make the choice then there is an opportunity of a renewed nation to emerge…
Whitelee Windfarm, a Spiritual Retreat
Driving on the ever bubbling M8 highway- before the vibrancy of Glasgow lures you in- you can slip on to the M77. The fall in traffic is your first queue…
Renewable Energy in Scotland: Jobs, Skills Gap and Education
One of the criticisms leveled against Renewables is the lack of local jobs created. There is a perception that since many of the firms in this sector are foreign, they…
Lifting the Mood of a Nation
It has been nearly 10 years since I first set foot in Edinburgh (at bus stop opposite Haymarket station to be precise). Although clear blue sky is seldom seen, but…