Tag: alternative energy
38 Posts

Oct 18, 2017
Hy on Life: Behind the Wheel of a Hydrogen Vehicle
An average guy test drives a hydrogen-fueled vehicle.

Oct 09, 2017
Forget Dikes and Windmills--the Modern Dutch are Focused on Green Machines
The Netherlands today is a start-up nation of electric and automated vehicle enthusiasts.

Dec 21, 2016
Solar Panels? You're Driving on Them
Imagine a road made of interlocked photovoltaics, capable of charging vast fleets of electric cars--or whole communities. It's possible, but very, very challenging.
Nov 15, 2016
At the L.A. Show, an Electric Jaguar with a Big Roar
The 400-horsepower Jaguar I-Pace boasts twin electric motors, a 90-kilowatt-hour battery, and zero to 60 in four seconds. It's ready to take on Tesla at its own game.
Nov 14, 2016
Talking Robots, Connected Scooters and Sharing Rides at the Web Summit
Europe's answer to CES is just as packed with great tech ideas. Previously in Dublin, now it connects in Lisbon.

Sep 29, 2016
Reading, Writing and Diesel Exhaust: Jenna Bush on Cleaner School Buses
Former First Daughter (and former teacher) Jenna Bush is advocating for propane-powered buses. The air inside a diesel bus can be eight times dirtier than the outside air.
Aug 12, 2016
Electric Cars and Green Power: A Clean Energy Loop
Yes, electric cars like the Chevy Volt I'm driving aren't really "zero emission" if they're charging from fossil fuel plants. But that's why we need to build more solar, wind and hydro generation.

Aug 01, 2016
Delivering Those Fritos: Clean-Burning Natural Gas Trucks
Frito-Lay is doubling down on natural gas trucks. It has more than 500--with a 23-percent greenhouse gas reduction--and they've covered 100 million miles. The challenges: volatile gas prices, and a need for more CNG/LNG stations.

Jun 23, 2016
Tesla and SolarCity: For Elon Musk, it's Personal (and a Family Affair)
Elon Musk wants Tesla Motors to merge with his cousin's photovoltaic company. It's a decision made from the heart, not the head, but it may be a good idea anyway.

May 20, 2016
Big Wheels: A Clean Revolution for Trucks and Buses
Dirty tailpipes are still spewing diesel pollution, but new technology will make the nation's 18-wheelers and transit systems much more environmentally friendly.