G.R.E.E.N. Marines

Ground Renewable Expeditionary Energy Network – G.R.E.E.N. Marines

When you first think of military power, weapons strength may come to mind, but to the U.S. Marines they also think of alternative power. Army Staff Sergeant Daniel Symonds has the details. read more>>>

ONR, Marine Corps show alternative energy use at forward operating bases can save dollars, lives

To cut down on convoys trucking fuel to forward operating bases, as well as implement the Department of the Navy's vision for energy efficiency, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and elements within the Marine Corps have successfully demonstrated their goal to reduce petroleum and energy usage in remote locations in Afghanistan. "The early results from the front indicate the ability of ONR and its Marine Corps partners to make a difference in survivability and efficiency for our warfighters," said Rear Adm. Nevin Carr, chief of naval research. read more>>>