Electric Cars: What to expect

electric cars

After all the hype that surrounded electric cars in 2011 turned to disappointment, the year of the electric vehicle is set to make a comeback in time for 2013. The Midlands are now one of eight UK 'Plugged

Recyling: How it works behind the scenes

recycling

Ever wondered what happens to stuff you recycle? Here's the answer: After collection crews pick up your recycling before taking it to a sorting factory. Here hi-tech machines sort out the paper, cardboard,

Geothermal energy

geothermal energy

'Geo' = 'from the earth' and 'thermal' = 'heat', so this type of energy is found under the earth. Here's how it works: about four feet underground, the temperature of the earth stays the same all year

Hydro Power

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People have been harnessing the power of water for generations in valleys across the length and breadth of England.Hydro means 'water' in Greek and it was engineers of that ancient civilisation who invented the two main components of watermills - the water wheel and the toothed gearing.

Biomass Power

Biomass energy uses natural materials like trees and plants to make electricity but it can also mean using waste products such as paper and cardboard that can't be recycled in other ways and also rubbish

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