One way to store a significant amount of potential hydroelectric energy is to have one large body of water located relatively near, but as high above as possible, a second body of water. Projects in which both reservoirs are artificial are referred to as closed-loop systems, which are economical because they flatten out load variations on the power grid, permitting thermal power stations such as coal-fired and nuclear power plants to continuously operate at peak efficiency.
BREAKING: ‘Potential Explosive Devices’ Sent To CNN Headquarters, Obama And Clinton Residences
The incidents Wednesday morning follow an explosive device sent to the home of billionaire Democratic mega-donor George Soros earlier this week. White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said the Trump Administration condemns the “terrorizing acts” against Obama, the Clintons, and “other public figures.”
Interstate 81 Through Staunton May Get $900 Million In Roadway Improvements
Over 72 proposed projects throughout the 325-mile I-81 Virginia corridor include widening the interstate to three lanes, shoulder widening, extending acceleration and deceleration lanes at various locations, among other improvements that could be funded through tolls, increases in retail sales and use taxes, or regional gas taxes.
As Migrant Caravan Moves Closer To U.S., Trump Blasts Situation As An ‘Assault On Our Country’
As the migrant caravan continues towards the U.S., questions have been raised about who exactly is funding the 4,000-strong endeavor. After all, food, water, gas for vehicles, and other necessities is expensive for those who claim they are fleeing Central and South America’s woeful economic conditions.
Virginia’s House Districts To Be Drawn By Professor That Redistricted Congressional Map In 2016
“This deprived Virginia of a high-ranking member of Congress, who was in line to sit on the House Armed Services Committee, to represent the Norfolk region that relies heavily on federal military presence to support its local economy,” House GOP lawyers wrote referring to the court-appointed “special master” that was used for redistricting in 2016 – who is now charged with redrawing the Commonwealth’s legislative districts.