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Thoughts on the Chevy Volt and its brethren yet to come

Here's what I learned about Chevrolet's Volt (and the MPV5 5-passenger Crossover version of the Volt): In a Volt with fully charged batteries, enough electrical energy will be stored to power the Volt up to 40 miles (64 km). This distance is capable of satisfying the daily commute for 75% of Americans, whose commute is on average 33 miles. After 40 miles, a small 4-cylinder gasoline… Continue

Added by Don Karabelnikoff on August 14, 2010 at 3:53pm — 2 Comments

Job opening - ACEP Research Manager

ACEP is seeking a highly motivated individual to direct and manage the research program for the Alaska Center for Energy and Power.


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Added by Markus Mager on August 12, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

Job opening - Energy Economist

This position will work jointly with the Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) and the Alaska Center for Energy and Power (ACEP) on economic and policy analysis of energy projects, issues, policies, programs, and technologies.



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Added by Markus Mager on August 4, 2010 at 12:57pm — No Comments

Seeking Post Doc Applicant in Thermal Infrared Remote Sensing

The Geophysical Institute and ACEP, University of Alaska Fairbanks are

seeking applications for a Post-Doctoral position in the field of thermal infrared remote sensing, specifically as applied to geothermal exploration. The selected candidate will join the remote sensing group at the Geophysical Institute, UAF (www.gi.alaska.edu/remsense/),

will be working in close collaboration with the Alaska Center for Energy and… Continue

Added by Markus Mager on July 16, 2010 at 2:51pm — No Comments

Bering Straits MultiPower-Local Energy Newsletter - 1st Edition!

Check out Kawerak's MultiPower Local Bering Straits Region Energy Newsletter featuring articles on Wales Wind and Pilgrim Hot Springs. Multipower Local Issue #1.pdf

Added by Walter H Rose on July 14, 2010 at 4:13pm — No Comments

AA Dans Construction new Proven Energy Wind Turbine!! Dan Krogseng & Family near their new Proven 6kW Wind Turbine in Nikiski Alaska! They will be installing a second Proven Energy Wind Turbine at…



AA Dans Construction new Proven Energy Wind Turbine!!



Dan Krogseng & Family near their new Proven 6kW Wind Turbine in Nikiski Alaska! They will be installing a second Proven Energy Wind Turbine at their business with the support of AKWI's Financial Team's support in receiving a 25% USDA Grant…

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Added by Nadia on July 10, 2010 at 12:05pm — No Comments

Beautiful Picture of a Proven 6kW in the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska


This Proven produced 126kW in one day in March! We are excited to see what this unit will produce in October of 2011!!:) The AKWI Team installed this turbine that looks over the cook inlet.

Added by Nadia on July 10, 2010 at 11:59am — No Comments

Small Wind Growing Roots in the YK Delta

Napaskiak, Alaska Skystream 3.7 Susitna Energy Systems photo: M. Leonard

Added by Martin Leonard III on June 30, 2010 at 11:30am — No Comments

Regional Energy Coordinator: closes July 12

The Alaska Region is looking for a motivated individual to serve as Regional Energy Coordinator. The Coordinator will build a cohesive vision and strategy for conserving trust resources potentially impacted by existing and future energy development. The position offers the opportunity for active collaboration with scientists, engineers and managers within and outside the Service to track energy trends and technological developments; identify and resolve data gaps; evaluate potential threats to… Continue

Added by Markus Mager on June 17, 2010 at 3:08pm — No Comments

Geothemal Energy Technician Program at Keilir Atlantic Center of Excellence, Iceland

The Geothermal Power Plant Technician course at the Keilir Institute of Technology addresses the growing need for skilled geothermal power plant technicians as well as health, safety and environmental issues.



The Geothermal Power Plant Technician course at Keilir is divided into two separate programs, which are then spread across two years. The first year is an Associate of Applied Science Degree (worth 60 ECTS), where students receive hands-on training in running and maintaining…

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Added by Pushpa on June 3, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

Perryville Windfarm...

Added by Martin Leonard III on April 22, 2010 at 11:53pm — No Comments

Business Owner Energy Survey

The University of Alaska, Center for Economic Development is conducting this survey to assess the availability and utilization of energy-efficiency resources for small businesses throughout Alaska.



Please click on the link below to begin.…

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Added by Casey Bradshaw on April 5, 2010 at 11:12am — No Comments

Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)

The USDA Rural Development State Office in Palmer is currently

accepting applications for the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP).

It is anticipated that the deadline could be as early as April 1.

Therefore we advise all those who are interested in applying for this

year's funding to start the application process if you have not done so

already.



Before you start the application process, please contact our office to

request an application template. We… Continue

Added by Markus Mager on February 18, 2010 at 10:49am — No Comments

ANA Sustainable Housing Anaktuvuk Pass

PV Array and small Wind Turbine installed for the CCHRC NSB TNHA home in AKP...take a look at the installs! Funded by the Administration for Native… Continue

Added by Martin Leonard III on January 30, 2010 at 6:30pm — No Comments

Wind Workers...DTF Trainees

Trainees from Rural Alaska working with Susitna Energy Systems in Anchorage. Instruction in Solar PV, Solar Thermal and Municipal Wind Turbine… Continue

Added by Martin Leonard III on January 30, 2010 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Renewable Energy Trainees DTF

Solar PV Trainees in Alatna. Working in conjunction with the Interior Region Housing Authority and Susitna Energy Systems to install PV array on new home in Alatna. Coldest PV install on the planet ?? -60dF… Continue

Added by Martin Leonard III on January 30, 2010 at 6:00pm — No Comments

What do you think about a one-stop-energy-efficiency website?

The Alaska Energy Authority and other Alaskan entities are working on developing a public “one-stop-website” for energy efficiency in Alaska. In order to serve you best, we are looking for your input. We are especially interested in your opinion about:



What is the audience of the website? How do we reach them best?



What information are you looking for? What do you have a hard time finding?



What are your thoughts about the website structure and… Continue

Added by Markus Mager on January 29, 2010 at 11:03am — 1 Comment

Voluntary Energy Department (VED)

Here are some thoughts and ideas:



Problem/Issue we have in AK:

We need community involvement in terms of energy (transportation, heat, electricity). Means basic understanding of folks (at least a core group) what’s going on in terms of energy in their community – so how could we get there?



I think we can address this issue through schools, but the problem I see here is that a school is not based on voluntarily participation (example: “if we go out for… Continue

Added by Markus Mager on October 23, 2009 at 2:05pm — 3 Comments

State Energy Policy & Program Recommendations

Alaska state senators Wielechowski and McGuire, both members of the Alaska Senate Energy Policy Group, recently released a state energy policy & program recommendations document for lowering energy costs. You can find the draft document on the group’s website.

Added by Markus Mager on October 21, 2009 at 10:10am — No Comments

Renewable Energy Fund - Round III

The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is soliciting competitive grant applications from qualified applicants for renewable energy projects to be funded by the Alaska State Legislature. The Request for Application (RFA), application forms and all contact information can be found on AEA's website.

Added by Markus Mager on October 15, 2009 at 3:05pm — No Comments

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