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NREL: US Wind Potential
Map of US Wind Potential
Map of US Wind Potential
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URBAN GROWTH
By the end of 2007 it is estimated that more people will live in cities than rural areas for the first time in history. The satellite image of the US city of Las Vegas (left) shows how rapidly metropolitan areas can grow. The city was home to 557,000 people in 1985, by 2004 this had risen to nearly 1.7 million. This rapid growth can put pressure on water resources and infrastructure.
By the end of 2007 it is estimated that more will live in cities than rural areas for the first time
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WATER
The availability of fresh water will decline, according to the UN, who project that by 2025 1.8bn people will be affected by water scarcity. Sanitation is also a major issue, as contaminated water is the greatest single cause of human disease and death. The state of the world's fisheries is also touched on by the report which says many fish stocks are overexploited, while the demand for fish is expected to rise alongside growing populations.
The availability of fresh water will decline, according to the UN, who project that by 2025...
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BIODIVERSITY
Sixteen thousand species are threatened with extinction. Habitat loss is a major factor as many forests are cleared for agriculture. The UN estimates the global annual loss of primary forest is 50,000 km2.
Sixteen thousand species are threatened with extinction
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SHRINKING RESOURCES
As the human population grows it has reached the point, the UN says, "where the amount of resources needed to sustain it exceeds what is available".
As the human population grows it has reached the point, the UN says, "where the amount of resources
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CHANGING WORLD
Over the last 20 years, the human population has increased by a third, global trade has tripled, and per capita income has gone up by 40%. Annual emissions of the main greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, have also increased by one third.
Over the last 20 years, the human population has increased by a third
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Massive Mushroom Haul!
A large haul of tasty Amethyst Deceivers
Went for a quick walk in the woods this weekend, returned with about 3kg of mushrooms!
Added by: David Lockie
Local food - Blackberry Season
Blackberries
Any time from the end of July through to October one can find juicy blackberries on brambles
Added by: David Lockie
Local food - Elderberries
Elderberries
August is here and elderberries are ripening on trees all over the UK
Added by: David Lockie
Solar Food Dryer
Solar Food Dryer
A great design for a solar dryer to preserve foods flowers and to make teas - using only the sun
Added by: David Lockie
GM's Hydrogen3 fuel cell vehicle
GM's Hydrogen3 fuel cell vehicle
On show at FC EXPO 2006, at the Big Sight Expo ground in Tokyo, Japan
Added by: David Lockie
Letter Box Draughtproof Interior Plate
Universal fitting.  Fits over a hole up to 235mmX50mm.  No need to change size of hole.  Works well with existing exterior plate.
Alternative to brushes and heavy sprung flaps Never blows open - blows shut!
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Hybrid Bus
Hybrid Optare Solo in use in West Sussex
A real hybrid bus being driven 100 miles in public service every day
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Barwell Motorsport bio-ethanol Aston Martin
Barwell Motorsport bio-ethanol Aston Martin (c) David Lockie
Barwell Motorsport bio-ethanol Aston Martin at Biodiesel Expo 2007, Newark, Notts
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D1 Oils biodiesel-fuelled Le Mans racing car
D1 Oils biodiesel-fuelled Le Mans racing car, Biodiesel Expo, Newark, Notts (c) David Lockie
D1 Oils biodiesel-fuelled Le Mans racing car Biodiesel Expo 2007, Newark, Notts
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The Uk Climate Chage Bill - key messages
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WWF Living Planet Report 2008
The Living Planet Report is WWF's periodic update on the state of the world's ecosystems Added by: David Lockie
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A free, simple and quick way to reduce the amount of junk mail you receive through your door. Added by: David Lockie
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27 Nov 2008 Recycle and re-use - do we have any excuse to throw perfectly good and usable goods? lowcarbonranger 2
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How Much Does That Cost to Run?
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PERMAFROST Refrigerant Oil Additive for Cooling Appliances
Simple way to save energy Let us all use this. Added by: Energy saving innovative products for aircons
Gadget Life Saver!
I was lucky enough to get a FreeLoader for Christmas: a solar-powered battery charger Added by: David Lockie
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