http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/ AltEnergyMag Alternative Energy Industry News and eMagazine - Recent News Items http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/21/ballard-engineering-services-program-for-volkswagen-progressing-rapidly/29421"A collaborative working relationship has quickly developed between the Ballard and Volkswagen teams, permitting rapid progress in support of key program deliverables for fuel cell stack development" Tue, 21 May 2013 11:16:07 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/21/anderson-power-products-introduces-340-amp-sbreg-20-connector/29420Anderson Power Products (APP) continues to search for ways to offer system designers increased power connections in compact formats! Tue, 21 May 2013 09:32:14 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/21/21st-european-conference-and-exhibition--press-invitation/29418The European Biomass Conference and Exhibition represents one of the key events in Europe and worldwide for companies and professionals operating at the top end of the biomass and bioenergy sector. Tue, 21 May 2013 07:17:40 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/21/diaspark-unveils-breakthrough-software-solutions-for-the-entire-pv-energy-business/29416Diaspark Inc., a leading IT services and solutions company in the US announces its full line of unified and customizable software solutions for the entire PV energy business including commercial and utility-scale solar markets. The new range of software solutions will be titled Diaspark Energy. Tue, 21 May 2013 03:38:11 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/21/second-edition-of-laser-world-of-photonics-india-gains-confidence-from-government-of-india/29415 The 1st edition of LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA consolidated its position as India's number 1 platform for the laser and photonics community. The exhibition played host to 128 exhibitors and 2,688 trade visitors. The trade fair also witnessed a parallel seminar on "Laser Basics and Applications". Tue, 21 May 2013 02:47:15 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/cupertino-electric-completes-first-phase-of-21-site-solar-project-totaling-59-megawatts-for-clovis-unified-school-district/29412District to Offset More Than 80 Percent of Electricity Costs with Solar System Mon, 20 May 2013 23:51:51 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/swedish-fuel-cell-developer-powercell-unveils-cleanest-and-most-energy-efficient-fuel-cell-system-yet-to-convert-road-diesel-to-electricity/29411PowerPac is a fuel cell system that converts road diesel to electricity with high efficiency. Mon, 20 May 2013 23:11:57 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/seia-says-multilateral-negotiations-important-to-resolving-china-trade-dispute/29410There is clear evidence that disputes within one segment of the industry affect the entire solar supply chain. Mon, 20 May 2013 23:06:08 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/tÜv-sÜd-certificate-for-the-world39s-first-green-amusement-park/29409Increasingly spectacular amusement rides, more and more complex technologies Mon, 20 May 2013 22:55:22 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/bournemouth-attracts-huge-renewable-energy-event/29408Event is chance for city to lead the drive in growth industry Mon, 20 May 2013 22:50:38 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/the-5th-guangzhou-international-solar-photovoltaic-exhibition/29407PV Guangzhou 2013 will be held in China Import & Export Fair Pazhou Complex from August 19th to 21st, 2013. We sincerely invite you to participate in or visit our show. Mon, 20 May 2013 22:49:59 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/world-first-simultaneous-measurements-upwind-and-downwind-from-a-wind-turbine-delivered-by-zephir-dual-mode-to-dtu-wind-energy-risĝ/29406The measurements were taken using two ZephIR Dual Mode systems Mon, 20 May 2013 22:47:19 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/tÜv-rheinland-at-carbon-expo-2013-sustainable-services-for-carbon-markets-in-developed-and-developing-countries-/29405 Carbon Expo trade fair in Barcelona from May 29-31, 2013 Mon, 20 May 2013 22:40:58 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/new-windfarm-app-set-to-revolutionise-planning-process/29404A Scottish technology start-up has invented groundbreaking 3D software that could revolutionise the planning process for wind farm developments Mon, 20 May 2013 22:30:53 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/spain-12-mw-solar-power-plants-for-water-company-sports-facilities-and-schools/29403Conergy and Gamma Solutions realise 9 solar plants on public buildings Mon, 20 May 2013 22:28:00 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/northern-power-systems-turbines-weather-the-challenge-of-hurricaneamp8208speed-winds/29402One Million Run Hours; Zero Failures Mon, 20 May 2013 22:21:56 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/alliance-announces-seea39s-39graduation39-into-standalone-entity/29401Callahan made the announcement about the future of SEEA during the Alliance's EE Global Forum held in Washington, DC. Mon, 20 May 2013 22:15:41 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/the-carbon-group-recognizes-lowfoot-inc-with-first-ever-low-carbon-leader-award-at-llga--cities-pilot-the-future-competition/29400 Mon, 20 May 2013 22:08:49 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/20/battery-seminar-august-13-14-2013-detroit-usa--early-bird-registration-is-now-open-/29399Join us for an exciting, two-day battery seminar on August 13 & 14, 2013 in Detroit, MI (USA). Mon, 20 May 2013 07:39:24 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/17/the-24th-annual-energy-fair-june-21-23-2013--custer-wi/29397Each year the MREA Energy Fair transforms rural Central Wisconsin into the global hot spot for renewable energy education. The Energy Fair brings over 20,000 people from nearly every state in the U.S. and several countries around the world. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:41:31 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/17/crucial-bill-in-massachusetts-would-guarantee-purchase-of-all-srecs/29396Rodman & Rodman, P.C., providers of specialized green energy and clean technology accounting and tax services, explain House Bill No. 2915 Fri, 17 May 2013 07:55:11 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/enphase-energy-supports-team-usc-in-2013-us-department-of-energy-solar-decathlon/29394Students of sustainable design and building to install the Enphase Microinverter System on solar-powered fluxHome Thu, 16 May 2013 21:02:19 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/cornell-dubilier-introduces-type-948d-capacitors-for-large-inverter-systems/29393Housed in a plastic rectangular package that is nearly a cube with 6.5 inch sides, Cornell Dubilier's Type 948D DC link capacitors offer up to 20% more capacitance in the same size case with lower ESR and higher ripple current ratings than competitive types. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:00:10 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/hong-kong39s-first-pure-electric-taxis-begin-service-revolutionizing-public-transport/29392BYD e6 Taxi fleet and e6 Premier sedan to launch officially in Hongkong Thu, 16 May 2013 20:58:02 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/rec-solar-completes-pioneering-colorado-community-solar-project/29391New program helps more Coloradans go solar and save money Thu, 16 May 2013 20:55:38 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/in-addition-to-utah-solar-panels-intermountain-wind-and-solar-places-a-heavy-focus-on-a-new-high-efficiency-emergency-generator/29390With alternative energy sources becoming more prevalent, IM Wind and Solar is channeling some of their focus into the development of emergency back up power. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:53:31 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/columbus-ohio39s-fleet-maintenance-building-uses-tra39s-solar-racking-for-640kw-elevated-solar-system-/29389City of Columbus' Fleet Maintenance Building home to new 640 KW solar panel system installed with TRA's elevated solar racking hardware Thu, 16 May 2013 20:51:50 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/siemens-wins-100-mw-wind-power-order-from-south-africa/29388This is already the second wind power order for Siemens from South Africa. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:48:26 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/intersolar-india-2013-the-latest-technologies-for-a-dynamic-market/29387Intersolar India 2013 takes place at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Mumbai from November 12–14. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:45:32 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/investment-guide-photovoltaics-in-chile-published-/29386Solarpraxis' expanded investment workshop series includes PV growth markets of France, Turkey and Latin America; complimentary investment guides will be available Thu, 16 May 2013 20:40:55 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/innovative-solutions-for-power-stations-/29385TÜV SÜD will showcase its service portfolio at POWER-GEN Europe, held in Vienna from 4 to 6 June, 2013 (Hall B, Stand B2251). Thu, 16 May 2013 20:38:24 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/dwea-lauds-chairwoman-stabenow-for-leadership-in-supporting-farmer-owned-small-wind-systems/29384DWEA has been working with the USDA to reduce paperwork requirements and level the playing field for technology awards. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:30:34 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/mosaic39s-biggest-solar-project-ever-boasts-investors-nationwide/29383Solar Asset Class Beats Treasuries with 4.5% Est. Annual Returns Thu, 16 May 2013 20:25:52 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/kaco-new-energy-collaborates-with-enerparc-ag-general-contractor-and-operator/29382Several hundred inverters for solar farms totalling 34 MW have already been delivered, and additional projects are nearing completion. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:24:12 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/solarcity-and-goldman-sachs-create-largest-us-rooftop-solar-lease-financing-platform/29381Collaboration Expected to Fund more than $500 Million in Solar Projects, 110 Megawatts of Solar Capacity Thu, 16 May 2013 20:20:57 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/photovoltaic-materials-and-manufacturing/29380Manufacturing costs are being driven down by fierce global competition and it is vital to find the most efficient production technology and best components to build a viable future for the photovoltaic industry. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:18:27 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/tÜv-rheinland-ptl-initiates-creation-of-new-ansi-standards-seeks-industry-participation-in-working-groups/29379Stakeholders Include Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Utilities, Photovoltaic Power Plants, Solar PV Module Manufacturers, Inverter/Converter Manufacturers & Government Agencies Thu, 16 May 2013 20:10:10 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/new-report-solar-energy-reduces-military-costs-boosts-security-saves-lives/29378"Enlisting the Sun: Powering the U.S. Military with Solar Energy" shows solar energy's growing role in powering military installations and military homes across the U.S. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:03:55 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/seia-applauds-confirmation-of-new-doe-secretary-ernest-moniz/29377An expert in energy issues and a veteran of Washington politics Thu, 16 May 2013 19:59:07 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/solar-energy-world-recognized-among-north-america39s-best-customer-service-leaders/29376Solar Energy World, solar installation company in Elkridge, Maryland, has been awarded a 2013 Guildmaster Award for exceptional customer service. Solar Energy World was selected and recognized by GuildQuality for their superior delivery of customer care. Thu, 16 May 2013 12:52:34 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/ballard-sponsored-webinar-highlights-reliability-of-fuel-cell-systems-in-extreme-situations/29375Hurricane Sandy reinforced backup power as a critical driver of resilience in wireless telecom networks Thu, 16 May 2013 10:57:23 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/central-nebraska-regional-school-district-partners-with-ameresco-on-energy-efficiency-project-/29374Sumner-Eddyville-Miller Public Schools' buildings to be upgraded as part of Energy Savings Performance Contract Thu, 16 May 2013 08:51:32 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/fraunhofer-ise-and-india-agree-to-cooperate-in-solar-energy-research-and-pilot-projects/29373The cooperation focuses on research, demonstration and pilot projects in the areas of photovoltaics, solar thermal and hydrogen. Thu, 16 May 2013 07:13:53 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/ -siemens-study-europe-can-save-eur-45-billion-in-its-pursuit-of-renewables/29372 Building and expanding renewable energy installations in the wrong locations is costing EUR 45 billion in unnecessary investment ----- Potential savings on a magnitude of 4-5 times the annual investment in solar and wind power plant construction in Germany are possible Thu, 16 May 2013 06:45:03 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/schneider-electric-has-provided-the-electrical-balance-of-system-for-85mw-of-solar-power-plants-in-france-in-10-different-locations-/29371Schneider Electric has the ability of executing many projects in parallel with a complex logistics thanks to optimized plug-and-play solutions that cover the entire electrical balance of system. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:40:19 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/recent-federal-decisions-allow-new-options-for-state-dg-policy-/29370Unlocking DG Value: A PURPA-based approach to promoting DG growth, explores benefits that can be quantified and incorporated into the development of PURPA-based avoided cost rates. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:29:10 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/duponttrade-solametreg-photovoltaic-metallizations-boost-power-in-new-ja-solar-cypress-panels/29369Advances in Solamet® metallizations have doubled the efficiency of solar cells over the last 12 years Thu, 16 May 2013 06:26:21 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/new-from-quick-mount-pv-ndash-quick-groovetrade/29368 Thu, 16 May 2013 06:22:15 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/16/dwea-sees-rising-national-support-for-distributed-and-community-wind/29367Inaugural Small Wind Month Celebrates Impact of This Vital Industry Thu, 16 May 2013 06:12:22 -0700 http://www.AltEnergyMag.com/news/2013/05/15/nei-introduces-new-solid-state-electrolyte-powder-li10snp2s12/29363NEI Corporation announced today that it is making Li10SnP2S12 – Lithium-Tin-Phosphorous-Sulfide (LSPS) available for sale in powder form. LSPS belongs to a family of "superionic" solids which conduct lithium-ions at room temperature. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:49:50 -0700