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Glimpses of 21st century nuclear power plants
Eco Factor: Nuclear power plants provide an alternative source of energy.
Yesterday, we discussed the Hyperion Power Generation plant, which has already begun construction on the first 4,000 units. Nuclear energy is one of the alternative to the energy sources that will help solve the fast growing energy crisis in the future. Among many such plants, World Nuclear News has unveiled some renderings of a 21st-century nuclear power plant. The list includes AleÅ¡ BurÅ¡iÄ blends power plant, a hybrid-cooling tower pinched into ground that would of course reduce its visual impact. To protect it from external hazards, a green barrier is also included. All this creates quite safe environment to work.
MSolar Portable Solar Power System By Solzar: 20, 50, Or 100 Watts In A Box
The pictured MSolar (Portable Solar Power Solution) devices by Solzar look like a metal tool box; but, there’s some design going on. They come pre-wired with the appropriate solar panels, balance of system electronics, and batteries. The MSolar product line is suggested for emergency services communication power backup, recreation, emergency power relief, and temporary lighting. Look below for TreeHugger links to 12V, 16V, and 24V application ideas.