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Raising the share of renewable energy from 8.5% to 20% in the overall energy consumption is a necessary contribution to the global fight against climate change and towards better control over our energy dependence.
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Earth Hour 2010
18 Mar 2010
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$1.6B Solar Glass Plant to Rise in Malaysia
18 Mar 2010
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World’s Most Energy Efficient Building Soon to Rise in China
The Pearl River Tower will highlight the potential of green buildings in the major manufacturing regions in the world. It is the first-ever structure in mainland China to incorporate high levels of advanced sustainable technologies. As of the moment, the Pearl River Tower will make use of both wind and solar power technologies but other renewable energy sources may also come into play later on when the structure has been completed.
08 Mar 2010
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China Opens a Combined Solar Thermal and Biomass Power Plant
03 Mar 2010
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Anti-Reflective Coating Makes Solar Panels More Efficient
03 Mar 2010
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The Philippines has an estimated capacity of 7,404 megawatts.
The Philippines has an estimated capacity of 7,404 megawatts.
5-megawatt solar photovoltaic power plant can help RP save
A 5-megawatt solar photovoltaic power plant that generates electricity for 20 years can save the Philippines around 550,000 barrels of oil or 300,000 metric tons of coal. In terms of emissions, this can save the atmosphere from 186,000 tons of carbon dioxide; 1,269,000 tons of sulfur oxides; and 1,163,000 tons of nitrogen oxide.
A 5-megawatt solar photovoltaic power plant that generates electricity for 20 years can save the Philippines around 550,000 barrels of oil or 300,000 metric tons of coal. In terms of emissions, this can save the atmosphere from 186,000 tons of carbon dioxide; 1,269,000 tons of sulfur oxides; and 1,163,000 tons of nitrogen oxide.
Philippines has an estimated annual reserve of 131 MBFOE
According to experts, the Philippines has an estimated annual reserve of 131 MBFOE (million barrels of fuel oil equivalent) of biomass.
According to experts, the Philippines has an estimated annual reserve of 131 MBFOE (million barrels of fuel oil equivalent) of biomass.
36% of the energy mix in the Philippines was derived from renewable energy
Based on 2002 data, 36% of the energy mix in the Philippines was derived from renewable energy. The Philippine government has since committed to double this by 2013. This means that by 2013, 72% of the Philippine energy mix will come from renewable energy.
Based on 2002 data, 36% of the energy mix in the Philippines was derived from renewable energy. The Philippine government has since committed to double this by 2013. This means that by 2013, 72% of the Philippine energy mix will come from renewable energy.
Geothermal energy source is considered renewable
Geothermal energy source is considered renewable in the international community but in the Philippines, this is not classified as a “renewable energyâ€. This is because experts say that geothermal energy is indeed renewable but it takes a lifetime for the earth to renew it. Instead, geothermal energy source is categorized as an “indigenous†energy source in the Philippines.
Geothermal energy source is considered renewable in the international community but in the Philippines, this is not classified as a “renewable energyâ€. This is because experts say that geothermal energy is indeed renewable but it takes a lifetime for the earth to renew it. Instead, geothermal energy source is categorized as an “indigenous†energy source in the Philippines.
The biggest contributor of energy to Philippines is geothermal energy
In 2002, the Philippines was able to source out 54% of its energy requirements from both indigenous and renewable sources. The biggest contributor to this was geothermal energy (21%) followed by natural gas (18%) and hydropower (15%).
In 2002, the Philippines was able to source out 54% of its energy requirements from both indigenous and renewable sources. The biggest contributor to this was geothermal energy (21%) followed by natural gas (18%) and hydropower (15%).
Local air pollution causes about 4 million premature deaths per year
Local air pollution causes about 4 million premature deaths per year. This occurs mostly among young children who have been exposed to dirty cooking fuels.
Local air pollution causes about 4 million premature deaths per year. This occurs mostly among young children who have been exposed to dirty cooking fuels.
Hydro potential in the Philippines
Hydro potential in the Philippines is estimated at 3,600 megawatts of power from both micro- and mini-hydro facilities.
Hydro potential in the Philippines is estimated at 3,600 megawatts of power from both micro- and mini-hydro facilities.
The most promising renewable energy source is wind power.
The most promising renewable energy source in the Philippines is wind power.
The most promising renewable energy source in the Philippines is wind power.
The economic costs of air pollution
The economic costs of air pollution average around USD 350 billion per year. This is already roughly around 6% of the gross national product among developing countries
The economic costs of air pollution average around USD 350 billion per year. This is already roughly around 6% of the gross national product among developing countries
2 billion people no access to electricity
In spite of advancements in technologies, 2 billion people around the world still do not have access to electricity.
In spite of advancements in technologies, 2 billion people around the world still do not have access to electricity.
The Philippines currently has 3,957 solar photovoltaic systems
The Philippines currently has 3,957 solar photovoltaic systems which have a capacity of 567 kilowatt-peak.
The Philippines currently has 3,957 solar photovoltaic systems which have a capacity of 567 kilowatt-peak.
Philippines already has 3,455 solar home systems installed
As per latest available data, the Philippines already has 3,455 solar home systems installed.
As per latest available data, the Philippines already has 3,455 solar home systems installed.
