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A Methodology for Calculating Emissions Reductions from Renewable Energy Programs and Its Application to the Wind Farms in the Texas ERCOT Region
(Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu)Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2007-12)
Recently Texas Legislature required adding 5,880 MW of generating capacity from renewable energy technologies by 2015, and 500 MW from non-wind renewables. This legislation also required the Public Utility Commission (PUC) ...
Continuous Commissioning: A Valuable Partner to Retrofit Projects
(Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu)Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2001)
Continuous Commissioning (CC) or HVAC system
optimization is not only a valuable stand-alone energy
saving measure for commercial buildings, but it is also
an important escort solution to retrofit projects. Energy
retrofit ...
Mosquito Problems after a Storm (Spanish)
(2008-08-05)
Areas flooded after a severe storm are prone to mosquito problems. Several mosquito species are a danger to humans because of the diseases they transmit. This publication explains the symptoms of dengue fever, West Nile ...
Flooding and Fire Ants
(2008-08-05)
Fire ants can be a serious problem during and after a flood. This publication explains how to protect yourself when you must return to flooded structures or deal with storm debris.
Mesquite Ecology and Management
(2009-05-12)
This publication explains how to manage mesquite successfully. Topics include plant growth and development as well as management options. 8 pages.
Trapping Coyotes
(2008-04-15)
Coyotes cause millions of dollars of damage yearly to livestock and crops in Texas. The leaflet explains coyote habits and the types of trap set, such as scent posts, dirt holes, and trail and carcass sets. The variety of ...
Normal Agricultural Operations and Dove Hunting in Texas
(2009-06-01)
Dove hunters need to make sure the areas they hunt are in accordance with Texas laws prohibiting baiting. This publication explains the laws governing baiting and the ways that seed-bearing crops can be legally planted to ...
Low Stress Cattle Handling in Dairy Environments
(2009-05-04)
Using low-stress methods of handling dairy cattle is efficient in terms of time and labor. This publication explains how cattle's natural instincts affect their responses, and ways handlers can use that knowledge to make ...
Pasture and Soil Management Following Tidal Saltwater Intrusion
(2009-05-26)
When land is flooded by saltwater, as after a hurricane tidal surge, it can long-term effects on soil productivity and fertility. This publication explains how to reclaim flooded pasture land. Having soil tested for salinity ...
Price Risk Management in the Midst of a Credit Crisis
(2009-03-26)
Agricultural producers today face volatile markets, tight credit, economic uncertainty and escalating input costs. Understanding and using risk management tools in this environment can reduce much of the price risk and may ...