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Energy Myths – Hydropower Prospects
NewsThere’s a lot to like about electricity from hydropower. It produces zero emissions. It can respond quickly to sudden increases in demand. A dam can also protect against floods, store […]
April through October Houses: Observations after a Radio Interview
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MEC Selected for $5.2 Million Award from Department of Energy for Electric Transportation
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Energy Myths – Birds, Wind Turbines And Human Health
NewsThere are plenty of popular ideas floating around about alternative energy, and about energy in general. Many are flawed, conspiratorial or just plain wrong. Should we call them “myths”? After […]
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