World Rivers Review, Vol. 21, No. 6 – December 2006: Focus on Renewable Energy

What's Inside:

Africa: A sea-change is needed in getting solar power to Africa. Page 1

Commentary: A sensible energy future seems far off, and yet we're at the tipping point on a number of technologies. Page 2

Wind: A look at India's wind energy boom. Page 3

Microhydro: Lessons learned from around the world. Page 4-5

China: A new push for renewables and efficiency is wide, but is it deep? Page 6

Nepal: After defeating a major dam project, local energy activists and engineers have taken Nepal into a more sustainable direction. Page 7

US: A renewable future for the US is achievable, says a prominent energy expert. Page 8

Policy: An interview with Vote Solar, a US-based nonprofit. Page 12

Bagasse: Recycling crop waste for energy is a viable option for many sugar-producing nations. Page 13

In Print: Reviews of two books on decentralized energy. Page 14

Wind: Making wind power safe for winged creatures. Page 16