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Renewable Energy Technologies

By: Cesar Marin, Journalist
While innovations in battery storage technology are enhancing energy sustainability. into carbon capture and storage is also gaining momentum, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The shift towards renewable energy sources is pivotal in combating climate change. Engineers are developing efficient solar panels and wind turbines, while innovations in battery storage technology are enhancing energy sustainability.
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Vortex Wind Turbines

Vortex Wind Turbines

By: James McMurtray, Journalist
Vortex wind turbines are quieter, safer, and less costly than regular wind turbines. They work by using the fluid mechanics of air to create energy.
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The Evolution of Air Transportation

By: Gesean Amor, Journalist
Explore the interesting history of aircrafts. Read how aircrafts went from hot air balloons to new and evoloved planes.
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white wind turbines on green grass field under blue and white cloudy sky during daytime

Top Pros and Cons of Wind Energy

By: Josslyn Wellck, Journalist
Wind energy is a top source of renewable energy in the U.S. today. However, there are some downsides. Here are a few of the top pros and cons:
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The Hidden Costs of Wind Turbines

The Hidden Costs of Wind Turbines

By: Kimberly Rivera, Journalist
Wind turbines are often celebrated as a clean energy solution, but they come with their own set of challenges. Discover the downsides of this renewable energy source.
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Wind Turbines: Pros and Cons

Wind Turbines: Pros and Cons

By: Laith Kassim, Journalist
A wind turbine is a piece of machinery, typically between 60 and 120 meters tall. Wind turbines have 3 large metal blades that spin and are connected to a drive shaft which turns the generator, thus creating electricity. Wind turbines can be connected to a power grid and can supply electricity to wherever it is needed. Wind energy is fully renewable, like solar, which means it is replenished at a higher rate than it is used.
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Chinese Company Installs World’s Largest Onshore Wind Turbine

By: Cooper Shealy, Journalist
Sany Group, a renowned multinational firm specializing in heavy equipment manufacturing, proudly announced the successful installation of a groundbreaking 15-MW wind turbine in Tongyu, Jilin Province, China. This monumental feat marks a significant advancement in onshore wind energy technology.
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The Largest On Shore Wind Turbine Is Estimated To Power 160,000 Homes

By: Joe Rojas Perez, Journalist
The company Sany group in Tongyu, Jilin province China has made the "largest" onshore wind turbine. It was announced on October 9 that a 15-MW wind turbine. It was placed in a work site in Tongyu, Jilin province China. Sany has stated that it is a prototype and that it will be tested over the next year.
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Floating Vertical Axis Wind Turbines

Floating Vertical-Axis Wind Turbines

By: Leticia Xavier, Journalist
Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWTs) are small-scale applications, such as electricity generation in urban areas or isolated contexts, which are not grid-connected.
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How A Saxophone Works

By: Gary Taylor, Journalist
The saxophone is used in all kinds of music, like jazz, ensemble music, and orchestra. But how does a saxophone work and how do you play it?
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This New Drone Will Help Wind Turbines Spin During The Winter

This New Drone Will Help Wind Turbines Spin During The Winter

By: Gary Taylor, Journalist
Renewable energy is energy that does not require limited resources. In this article, I will talk about wind power and one of the big problems it faces.
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The Promise of Sustainable Energy

By: Christian Jeon, Journalist
As the world continues to grapple with the effects of climate change, the need for sustainable energy solutions has never been greater.
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