Green energy is a new and trending way to conserve energy and make use of the new technologies available for renewable sources of power. There are benefits for everyone who participates in this lifestyle. There are many tips in this article that can teach you how to change your life to live more energy efficient and go green!
There are many government incentive programs you can take advantage of when it comes to green energy. Contact your local government in order to see the different programs available in your area. For example you may be able to qualify for a grant for the installation of solar or wind powered technologies.
Use solar-powered lamps for outdoor lighting. These inexpensive lamps require no external power source and can run entirely on solar power. This will end up saving you a lot of energy. Also, it will no longer be necessary to install wired outdoor lights.
If you're considering switching to green energy sources, the easiest thing you can do is call up your current electric provider and see if the offer green energy. Many electric companies offer these power sources to their customers. They may cost a bit more, however, to offset the amount of money they would've had to invest in the sources.
Are you currently using a wood-burning fireplace to decrease your dependence upon fossil fuels? If so, remember to shut the flue damper very tightly when your fireplace is not being used. If you forget to do this, both warmed or cooled air will easily escape from your house through the chimney.
Install timers, motion sensors, or sound sensors on lamps, lights and other electrical devices to automate their functions. Such sensors are ideal if you have a hard time remembering to turn off the lights, and because they conserve energy, they can save you a significant amount of your power bill.
Are you the owner of a farm? Farms are the perfect place to put a wind turbine. If you don't have a farm, you might be able to rent from someone. You and the neighbors can benefit from this free installation and energy which won't take up much space.
Use rechargeable batteries. While they might cost a little bit more initially, they will save you a lot of money in the long run. Rechargeable batteries can be used hundreds of times, and they only need to be replaced about every five years. Another benefit is that you aren't constantly adding corrosive batteries to the landfill.
If you are attempting to save more money on your utility bills, try selecting a utility company whose focus is on renewable energy. Renewable energy, such as wind power, can help drastically decrease the amount of energy that is used in the home. As a result, you can experience increased savings.
Green energy is going to be the way of the future, as we're running out of fossil fuels, yet demand continues to grow. It's important that you take what you've learned here and start using it today, so that you don't feel the energy crunch, which is rapidly coming upon us!
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Berrybank wind farm begins construction with turbines made locally in old car factory
Construction has commenced at the 180MW Berrybank Wind Farm, located in Western Victoria, which is set to supply power to the state as it moves closer to achieving its aim of 50% renewable energy by 2030.
The wind farm is set to use Vestas wind turbines that have been built within Victoria, at the Vestas Renewable Energy Hub in Geelong, which has repurposed a former Ford factory to produce the turbines.
A majority of the components for the wind farm will be produced in Australia, including turbine parts and assembly of the turbine hubs, for the first time in ten years.
Keppel Prince has produced wind turbine towers at its Portland factory, also in Victoria, but Vesta's decision to base production of turbine components is a win for an otherwise sparse environment for clean energy manufacturing in Australia.
Keppel Prince will supply the towers for the Berrybank wind farm, in a contract worth around $30 million, and will also help the project meet targets set for local content.
Under a deal with the Victorian Government, the wind farm secured a power purchase agreement from the government through a reverse auction tender, and developer Global Power Generation will commit to 64% of the wind farm's content being produced locally.
A total of 43-turbines will be deployed at the Berrybank site, generating enough power to supply 138,000 Victorian homes.
Ballarat Federation University will also be able to offer students opportunities to gain wind turbine technician training, that will support the ongoing maintenance of the wind turbines at the Berrybank project.
Construction of the $276 million project will be led by Global Power Generation and is set to create 213 jobs during the construction phase, along with 24 apprenticeships.
'The Berrybank wind project is an opportunity for GPG to continue its international growth strategy and renewable investment in Australia, an essential market for GPG', GPG vice president Karl Lim said upon securing the contract with the Victorian Government.
Deakin University will also partner with the wind farm to undertake a research project into improving the efficiency of carbon-fibre production for wind turbine blades. Turbine blades now represent the largest single demand for carbon-fibre, using 40 per cent of global production.
Premier Daniel Andrews welcomed the commencement of construction, citing the job opportunities the project has created for Victoria.
'Victoria is the renewable energy capital of our nation and thanks to this investment, we've put Western Victoria right at the centre – this is great for jobs and great for our state.' Andrews said.
Support for renewable energy projects has been lead by state governments, following ongoing an ongoing failure of the federal government to establish a coherent energy policy.
The Andrews Labor Government in Victoria undertook a reverse auction for the supply of renewable energy in the state, as the Government aims to have half of all generation sourced from renewables.
Berrybank wind farm was one of six projects that were successful under the auction
, which will add a combined 928MW of capacity to the state, as it faces the looming retirement of its fleet of brown-coal generators.
Victorian energy minister Lily D'Ambrosio welcomed the start of works at the Berrybank contributing towards the 900 new jobs, and more than $7.2 billion in new investment being generated within Victoria towards meeting its 50% renewable energy target.
'This is an exciting next step in driving down energy prices, reducing carbon emissions and creating jobs as we work towards our renewable energy target of 50 per cent by 2030.' D'Ambrosio said.
The wind farm is expected to commence operation in the second half of 2020.
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