Canadians thinking out side of the box to become electricity self-sufficient. Maybe this could happen in the states if we did not have so many lobbyist running around putting money in our politicians pockets.Do you really think you could get a decent renewable energy plan from George W. Oilman.....
"The BC Bioenergy Strategy will create new opportunities for rural communities; spur new investment and innovation; and help British Columbia reach the goal of becoming electricity self-sufficient by 2016" READ MORE....
Biofuel Review

The peanut is gaining ground on soybeans and corn for biofuel production.The University of Georgia, is testing a peanut called the Georganic.This peanut contains more oil and requires less herbicide for weed control making it more suited for biofuel production. Read more....
USDA

This is one of the biggest questions in biofuel,:who stands to gain from biofuel being nixed as a petrol substitute? The answer[drum roll please] the evil empire of dinosaur bone merchants aka the oil industry. Read More....
Hemp Biofuels

Just got the low-down from the Good News Network that the world's first kite-powered cargo ship has set a new precedent by completing it's maiden transatlantic voyage!

From Website

The world's first cargo ship partially powered by a giant kite has set sail from Germany to Venezuela last week. "Beluga SkySails" is fitted with a giant computer-guided kite, which helps the engines to power the ship - thereby reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

Let's hope that this is the start of a trend... Terra knows we need it.

Great news for renewable energy. The more we diversify into renewable energy the better. Making this move eases strain on the environmental,political,and economical powers that be.Wave farm renewable energy in production off Portugal’s northern coast. Read more.Wave Farm

This new Dam in Uganda will help build industry while being a model for renewable energy in Africa.A much needed step in the right direction....

Revenue Potential of Open Source Energy Projects - PES Network, Inc is glad to work with inventors to bring their technology forward via an open source method. We are confident that there are several revenue centers that can be tapped to make this path worth while. (PESWiki; Jan. 6) [Pure Energy Systems News]

Renewable Energy and Cohousing Reduce Home Energy Costs - Community Buzz found a great article on renewable energy in cohousing and how the two can reduce your energy costs. The article is on Nubanusit Neighborhood and Farm in New Hampshire
original news source [Hugg.com]

One of the leaders in renewable energy exploration, China takes renewable energy seriously.

" HONG KONG, Jan 22 (Reuters) - Chinese solar equipment maker Qiangsheng Photovoltaic Technology Co Ltd plans to raise about $250 million in a Nasdaq IPO this year to fund rapid expansion, the latest in a string of debuts there by Chinese renewable energy players."
Read more Chinese solar

It is so encouraging to see renewable alternatives springing up in the states.Horah for Kansas Gov Sebelius.....