Renewable energy is an emerging industry and according to CleanTech a record $8.4 billion dollars was spent on clean technology venture capital investment in 2008.  Solar, wind, transportation and smart grid technologies (among others) will continue to experience exciting technological advancements in coming years.  This technological progress will increase efficiencies, reduce costs and incorporate new innovations into available...

Anyone who has stopped by or enrolled in a clean energy program at one of Community Energy’s many community outreach tables may have noticed our miniature 1-foot model wind turbines made from pewter.  In the fall, the editors of Norwalk, Connecticut-based E, The Environmental Magazine, noticed our miniature model and thought one would make the perfect prop for their upcoming “Wind Power” issue.  Yes, that’s a model wind turbine...

The American Wind Energy Association recently released their 2008 report, quantifying the growth of wind development throughout the year.  In all, 8,358 MWs of new wind generation were installed in the US during 2008, generating enough electricity to power over 2 million homes. 

As a result of these new wind resources, the industry created about 35,000 more green jobs and invested $17 billion into the economy.  Wind accounted...

Most people don’t think about where their energy comes from when they flick a light switch, turn on a hair dryer, or power up the blender for a fresh smoothie (speaking of which, I can’t wait to try this new avocado smoothie recipe…but I digress.)

If you happen to be one of the energy conscious, as I am, you may realize the environmental impact of your personal energy use. Maybe this is why you support renewable energy. Or, maybe you...