Bringing light to the edge of the world

Google Tech Talks May 3,2007 ABSTRACT BlueEnergy addresses the energy needs of poor communities in Nicaragua through the construction and maintenance of hybrid wind/solar systems. blueEnergy builds wind turbines and other key system components locally, near their point of usage, to keep energy costs low and improve serviceability. It is widely accepted that access to electricity is a necessary, although not sufficient, requirement for modern economic and social development. Electricity opens the door to a host of technologies that promote education, public health, and economic development, such as emissions-free light, refrigeration, and communication. Without electricity, communities are...