The Green Village News for December, 2009

Proposed Tidal Barrier Could Provide Renewable Green Energy

Monday, December 28th, 2009

river clyde tidal barrierA new £250 million tidal barrier is being proposed to be constructed across the River Clyde which will not only create a flood barrier but would also be able to generate enough renewable energy to power all the homes in Glasgow.

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Micro-Hybrid Technology Could Stop-Start An Eco-Car Revolution

Friday, December 11th, 2009

Micro-hybrid eco carsEven the most environmentally minded among us often have to frequently rely on four wheel car transportation to get us from A to B so finding a low carbon emitting car, whether it’s a family car or a commuter vehicle, is important. Stop-start technology, which is also known as micro-hybrid technology, is tipped to become a standard component in vehicles and would be responsible for considerable carbon emission reductions.

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