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You Asked: How can I find out which alternative energy sources can power my home? — Fabi, Queens, New York Marshall Answered: There are so many possibilities… and they depend on your location, your budget, your energy needs… that you probably need to jump into your favorite search engine and research it from a hundred [...]
If you’re tired of paying utility bills or relying on fossil fuels, it might be time to consider living off the grid. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the techniques and strategies used by people living off the grid.
A company named Nanosolar is shaking up the alternative energy industry by offering solar technology at the lowest prices in history — even cheaper than energy derived from coal. Learn more about Nanosolar in this HowStuffWorks podcast.
According to this article, the push to reach the moon in the 21st century is fueled by helium-3 – an element that is very rare on earth but plentiful on the moon. With just a little bit of helium-3, you can power fusion reactors: Is Helium 3 Exploitation China’s Hidden Lunar Agenda? From the article: [...]
The Lightning GT is a high-performance electric car that uses revolutionary technology to avoid the drawbacks of other electric vehicles. Learn more about electric cars and the Lightning GT in this HowStuffWorks podcast.
Could switch grass become the car fuel of the future? Learn more about alternative fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast.
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