In a recent report by The Straits Times, there is plan by the Energy Market Authority (EMA) to transform Pulau Ubin into a high-tech test site for renewable energies.
Pulau Ubin, an island located at the Northeast of Singapore, will be made into a model ‘green island‘ powered entirely by the energies generated on the island.
Referring [...]
Middle East Investors Leading The Shift To Green Technology
According to Bi-Me, Middle East private equity and venture capital investors are set to play a crucial role in increasing...
Biofuel : The cause of global food price increase?
Another issue that is worth analysing. Biofuels have always been linked to causing food prices to increase. But to what extent?...
U.S - Freeze on New Solar Projects Lifted
Recently, I discussed about how the U.S government plans to freeze new solar project applications on public land in six Western states....
Pulau Ubin - a ‘green island’ in the making
Drive away in bamboo
Yet another innovation by Japan - Bamgoo, an electric vehicle with a body made of bamboo. This ecologically friendly concept car was developed by the Kyoto University’s Venture Business Laboratory and the city, featuring local bamboo ware technology.
The 60-kg single-seater measures 2.7m in length, 1.3m in width and 1.65m in height. The car can run [...]
Eco-park to be built on Semakau Landfill
Pulau Semakau- a Singapore offshore landfill may soon become a test bed for renewable energy technologies and also a place for “Green” recreational and educational activities.
‘REVA’ it up
Are you ready to convert to electric car driving? Introducing REVA produced by REVA Electric Car Company Pte Ltd (RECC), based in Bangalore, India. RECC was established in 1994 as a joint venture between Maini Group India and AEV LLC, California USA. REVA is the brainchild of Chetan Maini, scion of the Maini Group. The [...]
Middle East Investors Leading The Shift To Green Technology
According to Bi-Me, Middle East private equity and venture capital investors are set to play a crucial role in increasing global moves towards green technology and alternative energy.
“The region has amassed new fortunes from the rising worldwide price of oil and gas and now sees huge opportunities in green investing,” said Swati Taneja, Director of [...]
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Drive away in bamboo
Yet another innovation by Japan - Bamgoo, an electric vehicle with a body made of bamboo. This ecologically friendly concept car was developed by the Kyoto University’s Venture Business Laboratory and the city, featuring local bamboo ware technology.
The 60-kg single-seater measures 2.7m in length, 1.3m in width and 1.65m in height. The car can run [...]
Pulau Ubin - a ‘green island’ in the making
In a recent report by The Straits Times, there is plan by the Energy Market Authority (EMA) to transform Pulau Ubin into a high-tech test site for renewable energies.
Pulau Ubin, an island located at the Northeast of Singapore, will be made into a model ‘green island‘ powered entirely by the energies generated on the island.
Referring [...]
Energy Conservation Effort
Everyone seems to be doing their part in energy conservation or perhaps conserving their pockets?
We went for a walk at Marina Square and saw this sign post - ‘Escalator Stopped for Energy Conservation’. With this escalator shut down, there were only 2 left for shoppers. As seen in the picture, shoppers did not seem to [...]
Mitsubishi iMiEV in Singapore
Mitsubishi iMiEV (Mitsubishi Innovative Electric Vehicle) has arrived in Singapore. If I am correct, it is the first electric vehicle (EV) made available in Singapore. Mitsubishi iMiEV is a zero-emission vehicle and will go a long way to protecting the environment.
This electric vehicle has a driving mileage of 144 km on a full battery which [...]
Clean Power Plant in Singapore
Tuas Power, the third largest power generator in Singapore has plans to build a SG$2 billion steam and electricity production plant.
The plant will run on clean coal and biomass, ensuring the the efficient and non-polluting use of coal in the power industry. 80% of the power generated will be from the combustion of low-ash, low-carbon [...]
After2 - Material X (A Collection of Furniture Prototypes)
I went down to the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) to have a look at the the furniture prototypes the students have made out of recycled materials. The event has been titled After2 - Material X. It is currently showing at Nafa Gallery 3, Campus 1, Level 1 located at 80 Bencoolen Street. The [...]
What happens after the Beijing Olympics?
With the Beijing Olympics now over, are the Beijing citizens heading towards a greener lifestyle or will they revert back to what the situation was before the Olympic Games? Let us take a closer look.
Air Quality
According to sources from Chinadaily, constructions are resuming, factories are restarting operations and also, all cars are allowed to be [...]
Asian Youth Energy Summit 2008
If you are interested in clean energy and sustainable development, do check out the Asian Youth Energy Summit 2008 organised by Energy Carta.
It will be held at the International Conference Center, 29 Heng Mui Keng Terrance (beside the National University of Singapore). It will be a 2-day event from 30 to 31 October.
Participants will get [...]
- Drive away in bamboo
- Pulau Ubin - a ‘green island’ in the making
- Energy Conservation Effort
- Mitsubishi iMiEV in Singapore
- Clean Power Plant in Singapore
- After2 - Material X (A Collection of Furniture Prototypes)
- What happens after the Beijing Olympics?
- Asian Youth Energy Summit 2008
- ‘REVA’ it up
- Korea’s Hanji Festival
- Global Warming Mind Map
- Light A Billion Lives Campaign in India
- Protest against deforestation in Indonesia
- Beautiful Solar Architecture for Masdar City
- Middle East Investors Leading The Shift To Green Technology
- Adding a fruity touch to styrofoam waste treatment
- Air quality in Beijing given the green light
- Green Complex in Singapore
- Monitor Your Power Consumption
- How green are the Olympic buildings?
