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Monday, 11 August 2014
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200000 Kenyans to benefit from wind project
More than 200,000 Kenyans living in marginalized areas far from the national electricity grid are set to benefit with cheap wind generated electricity in four years’ time.
This is courtesy of the wind for prosperity project initiated by the Danish government that will target 13 marginalized areas.
About 68 percent of Kenyans still do not have electricity connections blamed on low generation capacity.
The project will be financed in part by the 18 billion shillings funding from the Danish government.
The Kenyan government is working on a program to double electricity connection in three years to utilize the enhanced generation capacity.
The first installations to the wind power project are expected late this year with efforts currently underway to identify areas with huge potential for wind energy in the country.
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200000 Kenyans to benefit from wind project
Sunday, 10 August 2014
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Railways to harness green power to reduce hefty energy bill
NEW DELHI: Railways have firmed up plans to harness solar and wind power as part of its move to tap renewable energy in a big way to reduce fuel bill substantially.
The total fuel bill of railways during the current financial year has been estimated to be a whopping Rs 35,000 crore, of which diesel will be over Rs 24,000 crore as against the electricity bill of around Rs 11,000 crore.
“We have finalised plans to proliferate green energy initiatives by harnessing wind and solar energy on a large scale as it is our endeavour to protect the environment and promote sustainable development,” said a senior Railway Ministry official.
With an aim of facilitating faster execution of renewable energy and energy conservation works to generate green power and reduce energy bill, Railway Ministry and RITES have formed a joint venture company – Railway Energy Management Company (REMC) – in the shareholding pattern of 49 per cent and 51 per cent.
Currently, railways is harnessing wind and solar energy from its 10.5 Mega Watt (MW) capacity wind mill plant and solar Photo Voltaic (PV) modules of about 7 MW capacity at about 500 railway stations, about 4000 level crossing gates and solar-based water heating systems at training institutes, retiring rooms.
In order to expand its footprint in the generation of green energy, railways will be installing about 168 MW of wind mill plants, of which 157.5 MW will be in joint venture model, and about 7 MW of solar photo voltaic modules at 200 railway stations, 26 at roof top of buildings and 2000 at level crossing gates.
Out of 157.5 MW wind mill plant to be set up in JV model, REMC has planned to set up 25 MW of windmill in Rajasthan for which the tender is under advance stage of finalisation.
The wind mill project has already been registered with United Nations Frameworks Convention on Climate Change ( UNFCCC) and is earning carbon credits of 20000 CERs per annum.
The company is now in the process of executing various Indian Railway projects related to harnessing wind energy, power trading activities, procurement of power through bilateral arrangements, power evacuation planning, energy conservation initiatives, efficient coordination in power generation through captive power plant and energy audits.
Railways to harness green power to reduce hefty energy bill
Saturday, 9 August 2014
Solar help for low-income communities
By Karen Rifkin
For the Ukiah Daily Journal
GRID Alternatives is a nonprofit organization that brings the benefits of solar technology to communities that would not otherwise have access. Using a barn-raising model, they lead teams of volunteers and job trainees to install solar electric systems for low income homeowners, providing needed savings for families struggling to make ends meet, preparing workers for jobs in the fast-growing solar industry and helping clean the environment.
Maggie Graham, outreach and volunteer coordinator, new to the area from Virginia, was hired to open GRID’s new office in Willits to serve Mendocino, Lake, Humboldt, upper Sonoma and Del Norte counties. She and Cora Saxton, solar installation supervisor, are seeking eligible homeowners for installation of photovoltaic systems and volunteers who want to gain hands-on experience in the field installing the systems.
GRID Alternatives is an international nonprofit with eight offices in California with the newest satellite in Willits. They have offices in Denver, Colorado, New York, serving a tri-state area, a voluntourism program in Nicaragua, a national pilot program in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, and projects in Washington and Arizona. Erica Mackie and Tim Shears started the nonprofit in 2001 in response to the California energy crisis with the idea of developing free clean energy from the sun for everyone.
Saxton who taught for three years in the sustainable technology program at Mendocino College is looking for volunteers, ages 16 and up, who are interested in developing job skills to enter the industry, community members who are interested in installing their own systems and individuals who are interested in participating in a community, educational experience. No experience is required; job training happens on the job and skills include locating rafters, mapping the array, stand off installation, junction box, wiring, home run wiring, ground wiring, module installation, conduit bending and inverter wiring. For those who are interested the next mandatory volunteer orientation will be on Tuesday, August 12th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Willits Library.
The projects usually take two days, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and volunteers are requested to participate for at least one of those days.
GRID Alternatives has been serving the area since 2009 from their Oakland office and at the end of 2013, a very generous donation allowed them to open the office in Willits in May and set up the volunteer model to better serve and provide job training. Teams range in number from 3 to 10 members.
They can award North American Board of Energy Certified practitioner status to those who want to work in the industry.
Recent work sites have been primarily in Pt. Arena on tribal lands and they have completed 12 homes. Candidates for installation must own their own homes, be income qualified and have purchased their home through a low-income assistance program.
Their goal is to provide solar systems at low or no cost; sometimes there is a gap fee. Their funding comes from a variety of sources including private donors, corporate, and equipment-owner sponsors. Their main source of funding is from the California SASH (Single Family Affordable Homes) Program, a state rebate through the California Public Utilities Commission.
Saxton particularly likes the way GRID incorporates so many facets of the community. “We teach students in job training who want hands on experience and low income homeowners who need the savings most, and at the same time w are helping the environment by promoting renewable energy. We are addressing people, the planet and employment.”
With a grant from Sun Edison, a photovoltaic manufacture, and the vision of Mackie, GRID is working to create a national women in solar initiative promoting women in the trades. Graham says, “We are trying to put together an all woman install, allowing woman the chance to get their their hands on all the tools. Part of the grant money went to 20 solar core internship positions, a one-year paid training for women. Our goal is to get 1000 women volunteers worldwide.
They have established a solar corps fellows program, a one-year placement at GRID Alternatives providing those interns with the opportunity to learn about solar and the inner workings of a nonprofit.
GRID is the largest nonprofit solar installer in the country and the 6th largest in California. Their systems range from 1.8 KW to 5 KW and they do both micro inverter and string inverter systems; solar panel installation, wiring connecting into main service panels, safety disconnects when necessary, flashing and rails to support the modules. Photovoltaic cells are installed on roofs that are within 40 degrees of true south, not shaded and have 10-plus years left.
Since 2004 they installed 70KW of solar energy on 46 homes in Mendocino County diverting the same amount of green house gases equivalent to planting over 100,000 trees or taking 790 cars off the road and saved homeowners over $1.4 million. In California they installed 13,000 KW of solar energy on over 4400 homes saving homeowners over $110 million.
To determine qualifications to be eligible for the program go to the website at gridalternatives.org or send an email to mgraham@gridalternatives.org.
For information on volunteering call Maggie Graham at 707 202 6421.
Solar help for low-income communities
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Friday, 8 August 2014
Treat Yourself To A Healthier Car Ride
(NAPSI)—Allergies are nothing to sneeze at. Fortunately, your car can protect you from the pollen, dust and pollutants that are drawn inside through air-conditioning and ventilation systems.
The cabin air filters clean the incoming air, removing allergens. For your part, you should replace these regularly.
Expert Advice
“A dirty or clogged cabin air filter can cause contaminants to become so concentrated in the cabin that passengers actually breathe in more fumes and particles when riding in the car than when walking down the street,” explains Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council—the source of information for the “Be Car Care Aware” campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair.
A restricted cabin air filter can cause musty odors in the vehicle and impair airflow in the heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) system, possibly causing interior heating and cooling problems. Over time, the heater and air conditioner may also become damaged by corrosion. In addition to trapping pollen, bacteria, dust and exhaust gases, the cabin air filter prevents leaves, bugs and other debris from entering the HVAC system.
Cabin air filters should not be cleaned and reinstalled. Instead, they should be replaced every 12,000 to 15,000 miles or per the owner’s manual. Most filters are accessible through an access panel in the HVAC housing, which may be under the hood or in the interior of the car. An automotive service technician can help locate the cabin filter and replace it according to the vehicle’s owner manual. Some filters require basic hand tools to remove and install the replacement filter while others just require your hands.
Free Guide
To learn more about cabin air filters, view the Car Care Council’s Car Care Minute video or free digital “Car Care Guide” at www.carcare.org. There, you can also order a free printed copy of the guide.
Replacing your car’s cabin air filter is a simple way to be sure you and your passengers can breathe easier while driving.
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