Environmental aspects of energy production and utilization.
For information on renewable energy resources, see Science:Technology:Energy:Renewables. For information on energy efficiency and conservation, see Science:Technology:Energy:Conservation.
Environmental consulting firm of engineers and economists performing studies on renewable energy development, climate change topics, and other aspects of energy and environment, in Canada and internationally. www.sgaenergy.com
Investigation into plant-based approaches for treating salty wastewater brought to surface with natural gas from gas wells. www.es.anl.gov/htmls/treat.html
Information on "green energy" sources, energy-related emissions and their environmental impacts, and economic benefits of emissions reductions. www.cleanerandgreener.org
A non-profit, scientific and policy research organization, working in India and globally in the fields of energy, environment and a whole range of sustainable development issues. www.teriin.org
Information and analysis on the human and environmental impacts of hydroelectric projects and other energy technology, dam safety, integrated resource planning, and other topics. Includes comparative study of hydroelectric projects in Canada and India. www.expert-eyes.org
Information and analysis on environmental aspects of photovoltaic (solar electric) technology, including concerns about heavy metals in solder. Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. www.pv.bnl.gov
Wyoming group concerned with protecting ownership and lease rights, preventing waste or damage to natural resources, providing safe working and living environments, and other aspects of coalbed methane development. www.cbmcc.vcn.com
Conducting research on energy-environment-climate issues in Asia. Objectives include mitigation of greenhouse gases and other hazardous emissions. Centered in Bangkok, Thailand. www.arrpeec.ait.ac.th
University course on energy consumption and production patterns, fossil energy conversion and resources, nuclear energy, and environmental consequences. swhite.me.washington.edu/~malte
California Energy Commission compilation of information about losses of birds due to collisions with power lines, towers, wind turbines, and other structures, and from electrocution by power lines. www.energy.ca.gov/reports/avian_bibliography.html
Essays on various topics related to energy and the environment. One essay argues that sensationalization of threats from nuclear power has created a public phobia similar to the irrational fear of dragons felt by naïve peasants of the middle ages. www.scifilullaby.com/ModernDragons.html
Conducts research and develops technologies for mitigating environmental effects of energy technologies. Includes information on coal, ash, heavy oil refining, alternative fuels, spill remediation, and related topics. Based in Laramie, Wyoming. wri.uwyo.edu
Examines benefits and costs of energy use, and promotes energy technologies that are renewable, safe, and cost-effective. www.ucsusa.org/clean_energy/index.cfm
Information on how the Québec government and its partners develop, distribute and manage natural resources, in particular hydro-electricity and new forms of energy such as solar and wind energy. www.mrn.gouv.qc.ca/english/energy/index.jsp
Provides coal and power industries with sound coal quality and utilization services through classes, seminars, and training. Offers articles, publications, and stories. www.coalcombustion.com
A consultancy company that promotes the use of Plasma Gasification for waste disposal and power generation. Describes what it is and how it works. www.safewasteandpower.com
Provides confidential assistance to businesses to improve productivity, increase energy efficiency, and achieve and maintain environmental compliance. www.etctr.com
The Termal Energy Group at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) carry out scientific research and education within conversion of natural gas, oil and solid fuels to mechanical work and useful heat. www.ept.ntnu.no/te
A site dedicated to energy and environment in India. An exhaustive information on all forms of renewable energy and energy efficiency, energy policies, news, newsletters, and articles. www.renewingindia.org
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