This is the question that came to my mind when I saw the latest alternative energy news. News has it that a top performance car is being developed in California which uses wind a very unconventional source of vehicular fuel. The engine is said to spurred initially by a solar powered battery before it later starts drawing its energy from the wind. See the news article here http://www.alternative-energy-news.info/running-a-car-on-wind-energy/
Wind Power Then and Now
August 9, 2008 — wordilydoc
Wind power has been a source of energy from as far back as the 1st century AD. In the early centuries when the first set of windmills were built, the blades were made of a wooden frame covered with cloth. Though these windmills were not like our turbines today in look. They were very effective in fulfilling the purposes for which they were made. They were mostly used for grinding corn and to draw up water. Windmills were also used in the sugarcane industry to extract the cane juice for processing.
The windmill as it was known back then was also good in providing a means of pumping water. This made the lives of many farmers so much easier as they could get more water into their fields. It also helped the rail industry by allowing them to send water to wells which were more accessible to steam engines.
However things began to change in the 1980’s. We found out a way in which we could generate electricity by simply using the wind to power electricity producing turbines. This was the beginning of a new era. The design was modified to improve efficiency. Some countries now get up to 19% of their electricity from the wind. The numbers continue to grow as more and more countries realize the importance of using renewable energy such as wind power.
One hundred percent renewable energy in ten years
July 31, 2008 — wordilydocThat is some dream. I was just checking out Al Gore’s presentation about his renewable energy plans that was done sometime ago and thought I would make a comment. It to me is a very ambitious statement. Very bold indeed. Looking into to it one has to understand what he is doing is exactly what we need. A bold statement that we are going to get something done and gather enough support so that we can gather no moss. It makes perfect sense. Sure he has the support of a great deal of people. That should be strong enough to drive the belief to fruition.
Action has to be taken just the same in other parts of the world, but I will assume that it would be quite expensive if every country attacked the issue at the same time. Assuming that a lot of borrowing might have to take place to cover all the costs. Come to think of it it is a really good idea if the countries that are already saving by using renewable energy could play a part in funding the other countries until the transformation is complete.
Some countries will go at it first I know so it should then be easier for everyone else to learn. Maybe even by then we will find some even more unique ways of solving energy problems. Listening to the presentation I could not help but notice that he said we could lose the polar caps during summer months by the next FIVE years (is that a possibility? well we’ll see in five years). He also mentioned that the rapid increase in global warming is one of the leading causes of tornadoes and lightning flashes such as those causing the California fires.
If that is the case I would suggest that we act really quickly because this is serious. Aside from the large scale renewable energy solutions there are little things you could do to help reduce your main grid energy dependence. You can indeed build your own wind turbines at home. Check this…
Oil prices are trickling down
July 30, 2008 — wordilydocWorld oil prices seem to have been taking a down ward turn lately. At one point I can remember it hitting the $147 mark that was really pocket threatening. Thankfully things seem to be gradually receding. How often though is it that we see it go down and then shoot up back because of increasing speculation and such alike. For those you who do have a optimistic mindset keep it because we are going to need it.
You know I must say I am pleased at the way people have taken this gas situation however. Most have managed to put in the necessary measures to keep themselves out of the fury. One of the many measures people are taking is riding instead of driving. Reports have suggested that there was an increase in the number of sales on two wheel vehicles (bicycles, scooters and motorbikes). People are using them to beat traffic and save gas at the same time.
It is all great to see people actively involved in trying to make things better. In the end I think we will all benefit because it is never easy to spend so much for something that is most essential. Hopefully we manage to improve our ability to use renewable energy in homes, that wold really give us a boost and reduce our oil dependence. So in closing have a good day, oil prices are going down, we expect to see the prices at the pump go down as well until then see you.
How the water fuel cell really works
July 17, 2008 — wordilydocFirst I will quickly say what the water fuel cell does. The water fuel kit is a device that when placed in your car allows you to run your car with water and gas.
Here is a general idea of how it works.
The water cell is set up in a small flask. In the flask water is mixed with a metal hydride to speed up the reaction. An electric current is then passed through the fuel cell which causes water molecules to split into hydrogen and oxygen. It is from this that the cell is able to produce energy to help power your car. In the end you save money and you protect the environment because the only by product of the reaction is pure H2O aka Water. Don’t get this wrong energy is not just created spontaneously without some input. The downside to this is in the production of the metal hydrides because they do not occur naturally.
You can get the instructions on how to set up the system here. Click here
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One reason gas prices are so high.
July 17, 2008 — wordilydocI got this startling news from a friend check it out and see how you can help.
Please Help Fight America’s Oil Crisis…
Hi Friend,
The oil price bubble is unfairly taxing American families and restricting our nation’s economic potential. I sent a message to Congress asking them to adopt common-sense solutions, and I urge you to take a moment to send a message, too. Congress can dramatically reduce the price of oil and gas, providing immediate relief for businesses and hard working Americans, and your letter will help make our elected officials be more aware how high energy prices are hurting hard working Americans.
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Dear James Wright,
An Open letter to All Airline Customers:
Our country is facing a possible sharp economic downturn because of skyrocketing oil and fuel prices, but by pulling together, we can all do something to help now.
If you are in a hurry and don’t have time to read this report please visit www.StopOilSpeculationNow.com.
For airlines, ultra-expensive fuel means thousands of lost jobs (including mine…I’m being furloughed [layed off] on the 14th of July) and severe reductions in air service to both large and small communities. To the broader economy, oil prices mean slower activity and widespread economic pain.
This pain can be alleviated, and that is why we are taking the extraordinary step of writing this joint letter to our customers.
Since high oil prices are partly a response to normal market forces, our nation needs to focus on increased energy supplies and conservation.
However, there is another side to this story because normal market forces are being dangerously amplified by poorly regulated market speculation…(George Bush and Dick Cheney are involved).
Twenty years ago, 21 percent of oil contracts were purchased by speculators who trade oil on paper with no intention of ever taking delivery. Today, oil speculators purchase 66 percent of all oil futures contracts, and that reflects just the transactions that are known.
Speculators buy up large amounts of oil and then sell it to each other again and again. A barrel of oil may trade 20-plus times before it is delivered and used; the price goes up with each trade and consumers pick up the final tab. Some market experts estimate that current prices reflect as much as $30 to $60 per barrel in unnecessary speculative costs.
Over seventy years ago, Congress established regulations to control excessive, largely unchecked market speculation and manipulation. However, over the past two decades, these regulatory limits have been weakened or removed.
We believe that restoring and enforcing these limits, along with several other modest measures, will provide more disclosure, transparency and sound market oversight. Together, these reforms will help cool the over-heated oil market and permit the economy to prosper.
The nation needs to pull together to reform the oil markets and solve this growing problem.
We need your help. Get more information and contact congress by visiting
Driving my car on water fuel: Animated Video
July 15, 2008 — wordilydocThe small animation entitled “Driving my car on water fuel” is an advertisement showing how one man celebrates his water fuel ebooks.
Foot for gas
July 13, 2008 — wordilydocMany people are parking their cars and turning to the pedals of bicycles and other such machines for traveling. It was about time I would say. There is no exercise in driving to work, standing up in an elevator or sitting down at a desk all day. Have a little fun and ride a bike.
Bicycle Race by beta karel on Flickr
Riding a bicycle to work is nothing strange or odd. Bicycles are one of the main means of transport in Japan and China. Conditions are not much different in the western world. They are also a popular occurrence in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Besides being fun bicycles are a great way for exercise and are good for running short errands. Due to the cost of gas, many liberties that people used to have are being taken away. They have to survive and they are adapting. If you do not know how to ride a bicycle. Here is a little advice before you bruise a knee or elbow. Click on the picture of the kids going about their ways. Above
Silly Gas Wars And High Gas Price
July 11, 2008 — wordilydocDoesn’t it startle you how people in the oil selling countries are constantly fighting for turf? The fighting for oil has helped to shoot the gas prices even higher over the past couple of years. People have set oil wells on fire and done so many things to sabotage oil production. Why can’t they just come to a simple agreement so that everyone can sit back, drink some cool water and be happy. I think it is silly.
You know what is the funny thing about this situation. Lets say they fight and eventually someone wins and take over. Yeah? Ten, Fifteen years from now what do you see? You know what I see? I see an increase in the use of alternative sources of energy and there will be less dependence on gas. The oil prices will go down. Then what next, oil will not be so hot and I guess then, they will look back and laugh. They still have to live.
Sure gas is not the only product that comes from oil. There are many other uses for oil such as the manufacturing of oil based products, so they will not be left hungry. The reason they are fighting now is because oil is in high demand and there are quick profits to be made.
But come on they can do better. I would not want to see that bloody end and I think you will agree. Breathe people, breathe!
An Ear In The Form Of The World Bank President at G8
July 8, 2008 — wordilydocFinally someone with a little ear at the top listens to the pleas of the people. Based on reports, the World Bank President Robert Zoellick called on the rich countries to revise their policies as it relates to the use of biofuels such as ethanol and biodiesel. This appeal was made at the three day G8 summit being held in Japan. The issue of rising food prices and food shortages were some of the key issues to be addressed in the talks.
Biofuels compromise food production in many ways. First of the two main ones is that most biofuels are made from corn and other grains. The grains by themselves normally fill the roll of being used as direct food in their many processed forms for humans. In addition, it is used as feed for the animals which we depend on for food. Secondly in the case of non grain ethanol, the feedstock (raw material from which ethanol is made) is grown on land which could otherwise be used to plant other food items.
I think they should have realized this problem much earlier and reacted more swiftly. However this was not the case. We are here at a stage where most people having lost their jobs, have to go home and sit and watch while being plagued by hunger. But since people always say there is no use complaining about spilled milk, I take a more positive note. I hope the leaders heed the suggestions and act quickly so that more people can be relieved of the increased burden.
With the creation of new technology such as the new water for gas campaigns, I hope people will catch on quickly to it as well as the other technologies that will help to reduce the need for fossil fuels and biofuels. To run your car with water, it requires the use of a homemade water or hydrogen fuel cell that can be placed in cars, thus enabling vehicles to run on more water and less gas. Cool isn’t it.
You can get the water fuel cell kit here!
