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Bunny Power!
What is a convenient way to get rid of an overpopulation of rabbits and stay warm at the same time? Well, Sweden has found the answer! Starting in 2006, the country began controlling its multiplying rabbit population and using the … Continue reading
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Coal is still part of the answer
The Fayette Power Project (FPP) is a power plant outside of LaGrange, Texas which uses coal-fired boilers to create steam for turbine generators. The FPP is a vital part of the energy portfolio of Central Texas. Of the ~1,600 MW … Continue reading
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How exercise can keep the lights on
This morning, as thousands of runners lined up for the Austin Marathon and Half-Marathon, I couldn’t help but think of how much human power each athlete generated as he or she covered 26.2 or 13.1 miles. What if we could harvest … Continue reading
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Power to the People
Ask yourself a question for a moment: How many electrical cords do you use on a daily basis? You charge your cell phone, power your refrigerator, toaster, microwave, television, computer, etc. The infrastructure for electricity delivery in the United States … Continue reading
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