Bowen By George

07/04/2026

Very well done👏🏻

Harnessing the immense power of the Southern Ocean offers a massive, untapped frontier for continuous renewable infrastructure.

Oscillating water column technology captures constant kinetic movement, operating at a high capacity factor that heavily outperforms traditional solar arrays.

The roaring forties wind belt provides a remarkably consistent swell, generating vital electricity during dark winter months when solar production naturally dips.

Energy experts note that Australia's southern coastline possesses enough raw kinetic potential to theoretically cover more than half of the nation's total electricity demands.

Advancements in marine engineering are rapidly making these zero-emission grid contributions a highly viable reality for coastal populations globally.

Source: Australian Renewable Energy Agency, Carnegie Clean Energy, Victorian Government Energy Department, 2025

10/03/2026

Good advice

16/02/2026

NZ Dawn, Tarawera 🙏🏼☺️

13/02/2026

Awesome Tree

12/02/2026

Good 

27/01/2026

I’ll have to try this

26/01/2026

 This magic melting pot of Australia
 be kind to each other💕

Happy Australia Day 🇦🇺

24/11/2025

What can I say?  Knowledge is power.🤫

In Germany, higher education is treated as a public good — something everyone should have access to, regardless of nationality. That’s why most public universities charge zero tuition fees not only for German citizens, but also for international students from every corner of the world. This makes Germany one of the most accessible and affordable destinations for global education. Students only pay a small semester contribution, usually between €100 and €400, which often includes public transport — a fraction of what university costs in most countries.

Germany’s tuition-free model has become a magnet for young people seeking high-quality education without lifelong debt. From engineering and medicine to arts, business, and science, students can pursue world-class degrees taught by some of Europe’s top professors. Many programs are offered in English, opening doors for students who don’t speak German but want a European academic experience.

Although a few regions charge tuition to non-EU students, the majority of Germany remains fully tuition-free. This policy reflects the country’s belief that education fuels innovation, equality, and long-term economic strength. As a result, campuses across Germany are becoming vibrant international hubs filled with diverse cultures, ideas, and opportunities.

Germany’s model is reshaping global education — proving that world-class learning doesn’t have to come with a world-class price tag.

08/11/2025

Awesome

In 2013, a team of Dutch students created Stella — the world’s first solar-powered family car. Capable of traveling up to 600 km on a single charge, it proved that sunlight alone could drive the future of everyday transportation.

08/11/2025

What a good idea😀

In Australia, public bus stops are getting a climate-smart upgrade with retractable solar curtains — shade-giving panels that unroll during peak heat and neatly retract when no longer needed. Designed to reduce sun exposure for waiting passengers, these curtains also double as solar energy collectors, making the entire structure both comfortable and sustainable.

Mounted on the upper frame of the bus stop shelter, the curtains are made from flexible photovoltaic fabric that absorbs sunlight while blocking harsh UV rays. During hot hours, the curtain unfurls automatically using a temperature or time-triggered sensor, casting a wide shadow across the bench area. This helps cool the immediate zone by several degrees, reducing the risk of heat stress for commuters.

As evening falls or when wind conditions rise, the system gently rolls the curtain back into a compact housing at the top. The energy generated throughout the day is stored in a small onboard battery, powering LED lighting for the stop, public Wi-Fi nodes, or even USB charging ports for passengers.

Beyond comfort and convenience, the solar curtain helps reduce urban heat island effects and serves as a working example of adaptive urban design. It reflects Australia’s growing push to make public infrastructure not only climate-resilient but also energy-efficient and human-centered.

19/10/2025

OMG

Scientists are baffled after trail cam footage captures a raccoon hopping into a kangaroo’s pouch.

When researchers first reviewed the footage, it seemed like a random nighttime encounter. But then, in one smooth move, the raccoon approached the kangaroo and nestled itself right into her pouch, as if it belonged there.

This is the first time such behavior has ever been caught on camera. Experts believe the kangaroo may have lost her joey and accepted the raccoon as her own, treating it like a surrogate baby.

The footage has left scientists stunned and the internet in awe, calling it one of the strangest yet sweetest interspecies bonds ever recorded.