Thousands of non-powered dams and 3.5 million miles of sea-connected rivers and canals in the U.S. can be tapped to meet the growing demand for firm, flexible power and storage supply amid the transition to renewable energy. A National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) report highlights oppor...
The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in Europe, and yet it’s also one of the most underrated. As a matter of fact, many people have never even heard about this tiny country before. Luxembourg is a small country located in Western Europe. It has a population o...
But overpopulation in undeveloped countries means that many people don't even get the basics. Most of the world's freshwater -- about 2.4 million cubic miles (10 million cubic kilometers) of it -- is contained in underground aquifers. The rest comes from: Rainfall (after accounting for evapo...
For many earthlings, 2008 was a year of too much or too littlewater. While droughts andfloodson this planet kept many people occupied, others had their eyes on theweatherforecast millions of miles away, as the PhoenixMarsLander touched down on our sister planet. In the 1800...
Most of Iceland's roads, such as this one in Norðurland Eystra, are well maintained, but many others can pose a challenge © Roc Canals / Getty Images Driving in Iceland: road rules and conditions Iceland does a great job of maintaining its roads, at least the parts that are paved...
The third lowest incidence(发生率) of killing in the world, this country obviously leaves its visitors in wonder. A few other reasons to visit Iceland include: From the middle of May through the end of July, there is always sunlight. Keep yourself in the waters of geothermal(地热的)ener...
Recommended places to visit in Venice:Head to the Cannareggio district in the north if you want to see real local life in Venice and grab some good seafood. Needless to say, you’ll have the views of the bridges over the canals almost all to yourself. ...
Incredibly, this was only ten miles from the birthplace of my own grandfather in Newtownhamilton so they could have known each other! The trip was a privilege, revelatory, awe-inspiring, and unforgettable. The career of a diplomat involves family. Separations and reunions, visits and departures ...
Please, if you do not have between 25% – 30% of the value of the house in cash before purchase, getting to at least 25% – 30% should be your #1 priority. Work longer. Save more.Ask the Bank of Mom & Dad for a giftlike so many adults do in big cities nowadays. ...
Hacienda Na Xamena– A slick all-white clifftop hotel overlooking the coast of Ibiza 3. United States: 66.48 million visitors Stretching from California in the West to New York in the East, the United States of America covers an area of 3.79 million square miles. That’s a whole lot of ...