Power IT Down
Friday, August 27, 2010, marks the Third Annual Power IT Down Day. Industries nationwide could significantly cut energy consumption costs by flicking a witch – it’s that simple. (more…)
Thu, August 26 2010 » Climate Change & Energy » No Comments
Is the Gusher Capped?
Is the gusher really capped this time? So far it seems to be holding. Last evening, BP installed a new containment cap to contain the crude oil that has been escaping since the incident occurred three months ago. In a delicately choreographed effort, deep-sea robots swarmed around the ruptured oil well on Monday to attach the tighter-fitting cap that could finally stop the continuous flow of crude oil. (more…)
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Tue, July 13 2010 » Climate Change & Energy » No Comments
A Fight to Contain Massive Oil Spill in Gulf
A nightmare is looming in the Gulf of Mexico. Following the April 20th rig explosion, roughly 2.6 million gallons of oil have spilled in the Gulf. The blast, which killed 11 workers, now poses a threat to beaches, fragile marshes, and marine mammals, along with fishing areas that are among the world’s most productive. (more…)
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Mon, May 3 2010 » Climate Change & Energy » No Comments
A Slick Task for the Giant Box
As efforts to contain the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico increases, so do the fears. Engineers are hoping that a towering metal box will capture much of the oil that is still spewing and pump it nearly a mile up to a tanker ship. Indeed, this is a daunting task – one that has never been done before. This led Coast Guard Rear Admiral Mary Landry to say, “We are all hoping this containment system will work.” (more…)
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Thu, May 6 2010 » Climate Change & Energy » No Comments
