Energy from the oceans - wave power

Renewable energy drawn from the world's oceans offers another potential alternative to reduce reliance on coal fired generators and fossil fuels. Estimates from the International Energy Agency, the IPCC and various research studies suggest that 10% to 15% of energy can be produced from wave energy converters. The short news segment showing Pelamis wave energy converters in Portugal provides an indication of how this may operate:

 

Performance Review - Cirque du Soleil - 'Ovo'

Cirque du Soleil have again demonstrated how they are masters of circus performing arts with their latest performances of 'OVO' in Sydney Australia. Ovo meaning egg in Portugese is an insight into the world of insects which are represented in various guises such as grasshoppers, lady beatles, flies, fleas, spiders etc amongst the myriad of brightly coloured performers under Le Grand Chapiteau. With precision and awe-inspiring skills, acrobats, trapeze artists and jugglers again defy the laws of physics and gravity with sheer physical prowess and confidence. 

The lightening and stage atmosphere is complimented with a tailored music score from Cirque du soleil's musicians to match the tempo of the performances. Ovo is Cirque du Soleil's 25th show and adds to an impressive repertoire. Perhaps the only weakness with OVO compared to other Cirque du Soleil shows (such as Quidam and Varekai) is the lack of a linear storyline for the audience to travel along. Without a central storyline the show lacks a focus and narrative leaving a collection of impressive individual acts but without any reference point. Nonetheless the show remains an impressive feat in itself and entertainment at best-in-class.