Tag: "geothermal"
Bay Area Volcanoes
Lava flows and ashfall beds are widespread in our rocks, marking the progress of an ancient volcanic center through the area. Indeed, volcanism helps you read this story.
Post on Apr 28, 2011 by Andrew Alden
A Realistic Look at Geothermal Heat Pumps
You can do just fine with a medium-efficiency furnace and burn much less fuel than you would with a high-end system—like a geothermal system—and a leaky house.
Post on Jun 11, 2010 by Jim Gunshinan
Producer's Notes – Climate Watch: Unlocking the Grid
Last summer I visited the Netherlands, the original home of the windmill. Surprisingly, I saw hardly any of the quaint structures we associate with Dutch wind power. One hundred years ago Holland had about 10,000 wooden windmills dotting its landscape. Today, barely 10% remain.
Post on Aug 25, 2009 by Sarah Kass
Producer's Notes: Geothermal Heats Up
When I first began researching this story for QUEST, I was surprised that I hadn't heard more about geothermal energy. It's never lumped into that renewable energy laundry list that's recited by politicians and journalists alike — you know, "…solar, wind, hydroelectric and biofuels". But it turns out that geothermal energy has really great potential.
Post on Nov 18, 2008 by Amy Miller
Producer's Notes: Beyond Solar: Do It Yourself Home Energy
When we started working on this project, we thought it would be easy to find people to interview: D.I.Y.ers with a passion for sustainable building who were testing out new technologies in their backyards. We found a handful of great subjects, but we never quite tapped into that centralized hub we'd envisioned. And that, it turned out, was the point. When you're a D.I.Y.er, you tend to D things Y.
Post on Aug 01, 2008 by Amy Standen
