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03/03/2019 / By Jose Lopez

A basic guide to surviving an EMP attack

In the technology-dependent world we live in today, an EMP attack is one of the worst things that could happen. Surviving one requires a lot of preparation and planning. You need to understand first what an EMP is and what it can affect in our daily lives. Understanding EMP EMP stands for electromagnetic pulse, which […]

06/27/2018 / By Edsel Cook

A simple guide to making your own wind turbine

If you live in a windy area, you could take advantage of the weather by building a small wind turbine. Here is a construction guide for a DIY turbine for your home. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) You will need the following tools and materials for your project: Old electric drill Phillips screwdriver and screws A cutting tool such as PVC […]

02/18/2017 / By Jayson Veley

Solar power could get even more affordable as scientists discover way to replace platinum components with 3D graphene

Although solar power is one of the most popular forms of green energy, it certainly is not without flaw. For example, according to Diana Furchtgott-Roth, Director of Economics at the Manhattan Institute, solar energy is responsible for less than one percent of the country’s electricity, yet it costs almost twice as much to produce as […]

01/04/2017 / By Mary Wilder

Huge turning point for renewable energy: Solar power is becoming the cheapest form of new electricity

One of the most popular talking points when it comes to American politics and economics is the environment. Considering the fact that the earth will eventually run out of natural resources — despite the fact that it is often disputed how long that will take — it is extremely important that renewable energy sources are […]

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